Architecture Sculpted in sandstone Architecture February 9, 2011 Sculpted in sandstone The sky, space and texture of the Free State countryside inspired the soulful design of Krysia Back’s new country idyll, creating the perfect canvas for her extraordinary art collection. Full Article
Lifestyle Tokyo’s exclamation marks Lifestyle February 9, 2011 Tokyo’s exclamation marks An architectural amble around Tokyo’s glittering shopping temples reveals a concrete clue to a uniquely Japanese appreciation of wrappings. Full Article
Lifestyle Beijing: cool chaos Lifestyle February 9, 2011 Beijing: cool chaos Ross Chowles has had a long-standing love affair with China’s dynamic capital, where the ancient and futuristic combine to lure him back time and again. Full Article
Architecture Building a community Architecture February 9, 2011 Building a community The Village in Windhoek’s Central Business District has transformed a once derelict and unsavoury neighbourhood into a mixed-used development. Full Article
Architecture 24 hours in Cape Town Architecture February 9, 2011 24 hours in Cape Town Public spaces are essential to the workings of urban settlements. Professor Lucien le Grange’s choice of five places you have to visit in Cape Town all contest the growing tendency of “privatising” the city. Full Article
Architecture Joburg powerhouse Architecture February 9, 2011 Joburg powerhouse Over the past 80 years Turbine Hall has continually adapted to the ever-changing metropolis that is Johannesburg. In its latest guise it serves as the brand-new office of AngloGold Ashanti. Full Article
Architecture 24 hours in Durban Architecture February 9, 2011 24 hours in Durban Durban’s sub-tropical climate calls for a different kind of architecture. We showcase five buildings, selected by Senior Professor of Architecture, Walter Peters, that respond to this climate. Full Article
Architecture Urban brew Architecture February 9, 2011 Urban brew The TriBeCa Coffee Company’s new roastery in the Highway Business Park along Centurion’s Old Johannesburg Road is a case study in synergy between client and architect. Full Article
