As you may have seen , we recently published our first ever Retrospective , with the focus on Retail . Due to Architect and Builder ’ s extensive back catalogue we are able to take a look back at the evolution of architectural design over a number of decades . I was thrilled with the reception that the Retail Retrospective

received and have decided that we will publish another Retrospective in 2024 - this time on Office Buildings . This will be launched in early 2024 .

One sector that has seen a lot of growth over the last few years is student accommodation . The great demand for student accommodation across the country has seen a number of developments completed , with many under construction and in the planning phases . In this issue I feature two student accommodation developments , one over multiple locations in Stellenbosch and another in Pretoria . As you will see from the images these developments are taking student accommodation to the next level , with My Space also exploring a student / professional co-living model which is exciting .

Louise Fenner Publisher and Editor louisef @ archibuild . co . za

PROJECTS

20 BROOKLYN HOUSE - PHASE 2 Situated in Brooklyn Pretoria , close to the University of Pretoria , Brooklyn House Phase 2 is the latest phase of the new University Square precinct .

30 BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE The launch of its new state-of-the-art Biomedical Research Institute ( BMRI ) places Stellenbosch University at the forefront of biomedical sciences on the African continent .

42 7 ON BANTRY This development enjoys a prime location , offering its residents breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the iconic Lion ’ s Head .

54 DSC CENTRE The DSC Centre in Kimberley is one of the most contemporary developments in the city and its position has been a draw card for a number of diverse tenants .

60 MY SPACE STELLENBOSCH My Space is all about co-living , suited to both students or young professionals looking to live and study in an environment that offers all the facilities you need for daily living in-house .

INTERIORS

82 DISTELL J . C . LE ROUX & THE TABERNACLE Thinkspace was approached by well known South African wine and spirits firm Distell ( now Heineken Beverages ) to revitalise the brand home of J . C . Le Roux , the iconic sparkling wine producer .

DEPARTMENTS

4 NEWS WATCH 8 PHOTOGRAPHER FOCUS : Ray Truter 10 FEATURE ARTICLE : Architects as Creators of the Future 12 FEATURE ARTICLE : Can Smaller Architectural Firms do Large Projects ? 14 PROJECT WATCH 80 INTERIOR WATCH 86 ADVERTISERS , SUBSCRIPTION & CONTACT INFORMATION

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