Architect and Builder Magazine South Africa May/June 2015 | Page 29

from a heritage point of view to respond to the
palette of red roofs and red face brick due to
the proximity of Museum Africa and the Market
Theatre. The architecture of the new buildings
responds to this in materiality and detailing in
a very direct manner, contrasting the heritage
elements with the new construction. By using
these materials offset with contemporary
glazing, clean lines and bold proportions,
the new buildings sit confidently within the
surroundings. Where there have been new
interventions to historic portions of the site,
they have been kept clearly contemporary, in

Newtown Junction

contrast to the delicate Edwardian steelwork
and detailing. This bold approach in design is
in keeping with the spirit of Newtown.
The retail mall is very open in its design,
with several street entrances, terraces open to
the public square, and atria bringing natural
light into the space. The two retail levels are
anchored by Shoprite, Pick n Pay, and Edgars.
There is broad mix of tenants, including a
cinema complex, gym and a food court that
is integrated into the restored Potato Sheds.
These retail levels form a definite base to the
office levels above.

There is broad mix of
tenants, including a
cinema complex, gym
and a food court

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