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The Norval Foundation is experienced in a linear
sequence. A curved wall that extends into the entrance
court draws visitors past the double volume restaurant
and the gallery shop and into the generous reception
which calmly directs guests to the central atrium that
introduces the main galleries. A terrace along the
western length of the building incorporates a timber deck
serving the restaurant, and connects to walkways on
either side that lead into the sculpture park. The grounds
also include an amphitheatre, children’s playground,
and picnic area.
The gallery spaces comprise a large environmentally-
controlled exhibitions space, and a series of six small
galleries, culminating in a triple volume sculpture
gallery - a dramatic setting for large-scale pieces
with Table Mountain as a backdrop. All of the gallery
spaces are column free, allowing for maximum
flexibility in displaying all forms of art and they
can be treated as separate experiences or create a
sequential journey.
SAPOA Awards
Client: Norval Foundation
Architects: dhk
Quantity Surveyors: NWS
Town Planners: Planning Partners
Structural, Civil, Mechanical,
Fire & Wet Services: Ekcon
Electrical Engineers: Converge Consulting
Electronic Engineers: Delport DuPreez & Associates
Acoustic Consultant: Subsonic Designs
Interior Designer:
Reddeco (Restaurant and Bar)
Landscaping:
Keith Kirsten Horticulture International
Environmental Consultants: Ecosense
Land Surveyor: Tony Vroom
Lighting Consultants: Pamboukian lightdesign
Freshwater Ecologists: Freshwater Consulting
Interior Designer:
SpaceLIFT & Black Canvas (Gallery Shop)
Main Contractor: WBHO Construction
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