Creativity and innovation go hand in hand – and recognising excellence in design comes naturally to Corobrik which is leading the way when it comes to investing in technology that will have a massive impact on South Africa’s future built environment. Musa Shangase, Corobrik Commercial Director said that he was proud to announce that regional Samuel Pellissier from the … [Read more...]
Light touch for unique factory
The AHRLAC Manufacturing Facility is a specialised and unique manufacturing development. The client, Aerospace Development Corporation, in collaboration with the Paramount Group, is responsible for the design, production and support of the versatile multi-purpose AHRLAC aircraft. The brief and scope to architects, Riekert & Osman Studios, was to design a state-of-the-art … [Read more...]
Architecture behind the scenes: Open Studios 2018
Open Studios returns to Cape Town once again, with architecture practices across the city opening their doors to the public on 3 and 4 December 2018. Now in its sixth year, this event invites people inside the innovative architectural studios responsible for shaping the buildings and city around us, giving visitors the opportunity to meet the architects behind the projects … [Read more...]
Preliminary details unveiled for megatall skyscraper in Egypt
Not many specifics are known so far about the obelisk-shaped megatall tower concept Oblisco Capitale Tower by Cairo/Dubai-based firm IDIA.Design, but the promotional material hints at a structure taller than the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, currently the world's tallest building. The tower’s architecture is inspired from both the Pharaonic and Art Deco styles. The proportions of … [Read more...]
Facelift transforms Bellville Ear Institute into a coherent entity
The Ear Institute had been operating out of an existing building in Bellville for a number of years, however, many operational challenges came with the adoption of a space not entirely designed to suit the user’s requirements. SNAPP Architect’s brief was to design a new defined entrance which could more easily be identified by the visiting clientele; to add a lift for the … [Read more...]
Elegant design solution makes Flamingo Shopping Centre stand out
The main architectural feature of the Flamingo Shopping Centre in Modderfontein, Johannesburg is a concrete ribbon undulating across the façade. This was refined during the design development and construction phases, resulting in a unique and elegant design solution compared to that of conventional strip-mall architecture. Circulation and the location of different types of … [Read more...]
Simplicity, light, and a barn
A modern home on Monaghan Farm in Lanseria finds its sense of place through pared-down contours and connection to the landscape. In the evening, when the lights are on, if you glance up from the main road as you head towards Monaghan Farm there’s a house on the hill that looks like everyone first imagines a house should: an archetypal box with a pitched roof. This simple form … [Read more...]
A ‘modern barn’ forms a family retreat in South Africa
In the Elgin Valley, a simple rural form by Scott + Partners sets the foundation for an indoor/outdoor getaway. As co-creator of the Daddy Long Legs Art Hotel in Cape Town and the Elgin Valley’s Old Mac Daddy – where guests sleep in converted Airstream trailers – entrepreneur Jody Aufrichtig knows better than most that location is everything. And he knew just the spot for … [Read more...]
Redefining a new vernacular architecture in Goma, DRC
Nyiragongo Villa I is the expression of resilience of the city and people of Goma. A city of one million people located on the northern shore of Lake Kivu, in the North Kivu province, DR Congo. Goma lies only 13 to 18 km due south of the crater of the active Nyiragongo Volcano. On 17 January 2002, after several months of increased seismic and fumarolic activity, a 13km … [Read more...]
Dry construction method used for Lagos offices
Built entirely by Kalsi dry construction (a division of Nigerite), the Cromrite offices in Lagos, Nigeria, has a 60 sqm footprint and is completely framed with light gauge steel sitting on a concrete raft foundation. The frame includes all the internal and external walls, a subfloor and the roof, all of which were insulated using glass wool. The exterior of the building is … [Read more...]