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R130m Paledi Mall expansion under way
Construction on the 7000m² third phase expansion of Paledi Mall in the rural Limpopo town of Mankweng is under way, and will take it to 32,000m² in size. Pretoria-based owner Twin City Development is...
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Traka accelerates expansion into wider African markets
Leveraging on almost two decades of experience in South Africa, and a presence in a further six African countries, networked key and equipment management solutions company Traka Africa announces an...
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Open call for architecture conference programme 2020-2022 in Lisbon
The Lisbon Architecture Triennale has joined forces with the Garagem Sul - CCB to promote, for the first time, an international open call to select a commissioner for a new architecture conference...
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Double green rating achieved for GE Africa Innovation Centre
The GE Africa Innovation Centre (GEAIC) in Melrose Estate, Johannesburg has received top sustainability accreditation from both South Africa and the US, thanks for a collaboration between architecture...
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ARRCC features among world's top 100 designers
Design studio ARRCC, specialising in interior architecture, interior design and décor, will feature in the 23rd volume of the Andrew Martin Interior Design Review.Read more... | Send to a friend
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144 Oxford Road development morphs through various iterations over 8 years
Growthpoint Properties' 144 Oxford Road development in Rosebank, Johannesburg is Paragon Group's largest project at present, consisting of 35,000m2 of premium-grade office space.Read more... | Send to...
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Durban Dry Dock restoration in full swing
The rehabilitation of the inner caisson which divides the Port of Durban's Prince Edward Graving Dock into two compartments is in full swing. The caisson enables two smaller vessels to be docked...
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New mixed-use student accommodation revitalises Hatfield Square
Hatfield Square mixed-use student accommodation in Pretoria was designed by the Paragon Group for owners and developers Respublica and Redefine. Catering for 2,200 students in a variety of unit types,...
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Chris Collaris, i29 complete tiny holiday home in Vinkeveen, Netherlands
Architect Chris Collaris and i29 interior architects have completed a tiny holiday home in the middle of nature in Vinkeveen, Netherlands. Called Tiny Holiday Home, the house sits on a 55m2 area with a...
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CoCT proposes Parow Station Precinct exemption from heritage protection
Residents and interested parties are invited to comment on the City of Cape Town's proposal to exempt the Parow Station Precinct from heritage protections under the National Heritage Resources Act....
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WSP helps restore stable electricity access to 20,000-plus customers in Zim
Infrastructural challenges in its power and WASH sectors (water, sanitation and hygiene) led the Zimbabwean government to seek funding to redress the situation that has impacted on people's lives. With...
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Data-driven decision-making for water security
Every day we make observations to inform our decisions - whether it is taking your loved one's temperature to establish if they have a fever or checking your fuel gauge or range on your vehicle's...
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Progressing towards gender equality in the construction industry
Women empowerment has been a widely promoted topic globally, particularly in traditionally male-dominated industries like construction. In South Africa, the rate of unemployment amongst women was 29.5%...
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Department Of Architecture wraps Thailand hotel with shimmering facade
Bangkok-based architecture firm Department of Architecture Co. has completed this tiny hotel wrapped by a shimmering facade, referencing Thailand's local culture.Read more... | Send to a friend
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dhk completes sculpted monolithic apartment block in Century City
dhk Architects has completed an apartment block in Century City, Cape Town, conceived as a monolith with indentations and cut-outs. The building features 85 luxury residential apartments and penthouses...
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High-level panel at UN-Habitat Assembly focuses on creating innovative,...
A high-level panel featuring President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya, President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan, Prime Minister Josai Vorege Bainimarama of Fiji, and Prime Minister Maeen Abdulmalik Saeed...
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How technology could help rural South Africa turn sunshine into income
The way energy is produced and distributed is changing rapidly as the industry moves away from carbon-based energy production. Technological development in the production of alternative energy has also...
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Female-led youth asphalt-manufacturing company launched in Limpopo
Last month marked the official launch of Maloka Machaba Surfacing (MM Surfacing), a 100% black youth-owned hot mix asphalt manufacturing company in Limpopo, the brainchild of Kate Machaba and Matshela...
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Why the contractor's guarantee is a must for building agreements
"Embarking on building renovations or building a new home without a comprehensive contract, including stipulated construction guarantees, is very dangerous," says attorney PJ Veldhuizen of Gillan and...
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SAOTA claims top spot in 2019 Architectural Futsal League
SAOTA took top honours in the eighth annual Architectural Futsal League following the final match held on Friday, 31 May at Hellenic Club in Mouille Point.Read more... | Send to a friend
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