Architect and Builder Magazine South Africa November/December 2014 | Page 36

THIS SPREAD:
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the individuality and idiosyncrasy of the
various components with changing pitches
and levels.
A broad palette of materials, colours and
finishes has been used to create a richly
layered and textured mix that either clads
the masonry and concrete frame or leaves it
exposed to reveal the integrity of its elements.
Although there are many individual units
housed in the buildings, there is no sense of
a monolithic construction.
To avoid lateral monotony of external
access galleries, more vertical cores were
introduced to reach upper floors, which also
allowed for windows with unimpeded views
in both the north and south-facing elevations
of the buildings. Where galleries do exist,

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use is made of wooden screens to create
vertical interruptions.
Conclusion
Rabie Property Group’s long-term commitment to Century City, which will last into the
foreseeable future, is typical of the Group’s
dedication to its projects and adding value
to a wide diversity of aspects that include
the detailed landscaping, quality control and
provision and maintenance of the large bodies
of water. About the ethos of his own practice,
Bam says the primary objective is to respond
creatively and responsibly to the client brief,
the context and the climate, and to pay close
attention to the most important factors: the
economics and aesthetics of the buildings.

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