is almost unrecognisable; totally repositioned to
benefit retailers and shoppers alike and managed
with attention to detail.”
Pearce says that while some parts of the
existing building were retained, others were
demolished to allow for more efficient parking and
to link the existing building with the new enclosed
mall. Landscaping was a key design principle to
soften the design and help integrate the old with
the new.
Ferndale on Republic
The Site
Randburg is experiencing rapid development.
Ferndale on Republic has good access from both
Republic Road and Hans Strydom with a quieter
entrance via Cross Street into the neighbouring
Ferndale. An iconic ‘ fern’ sculpture was
commissioned for the main entrance off Republic
Road to enhance the new branding of the centre.
The existing Mercure hotel was subtly revamped
to form part of the new entrance boulevard.
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