Architecture The magic faraway tree Architecture February 10, 2011 The magic faraway tree Nestling in a cove of milkwoods is a xanadu of a modern home. The owners named it “umthunzi”, Zulu for “meeting place under the trees”. Full Article
Architecture Relationship building Architecture February 10, 2011 Relationship building Transformation is possible when powerful architecture is created in a dynamic relationship with its landscape, writes architect Sarah Calburn. Full Article
Architecture Hidden delight Architecture February 10, 2011 Hidden delight The slopes of the Helderberg conceal a little valley, filled with olive trees and granite boulders, that boasts the perfect view. Full Article
Architecture Green pioneers Architecture February 10, 2011 Green pioneers On the farm, Place of Blessings, just outside Stellenbosch, there rose a new cob house – the first step of a young couple in their quest to live sustainably in the 21st century. Full Article
Architecture The art of the city Architecture February 9, 2011 The art of the city The creative crowd is leading the way in urban rejuvenation, with the Arts on Main development promising to breathe new life into Joburg’s CBD. Full Article
Architecture 24 hours in Port Elizabeth Architecture February 9, 2011 24 hours in Port Elizabeth Port Elizabeth’s public spaces reflect diverse influences — from its colonial origins, to responses driven by climate and context, and attempts to honour history through memory. Professor Gavin McLachlan chooses five of the best. Full Article
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
