layered transition from public to full private spaces ( and ensures the best views of the surrounding areas ), but also positions them so that they remain unimposing from the street and maintain a sense of open , naturally lit space at ground level .
The residential blocks feature internal courtyards open to the north , inviting sunlight and fresh air into as many apartments as possible , and establishing a conducive central space at the heart of each block for the school ’ s outdoor play areas .
image just as you strike the right angle : a suave gentleman wearing a yellow and green bowler hat and white-collared green shirt .
Façade The design of the façade of the taller of the two blocks , at 10 storeys , emphasises its verticality , while the lower , seven-storey level is articulated as a more intimate , horizontal design , creating
Retail The retail centre is located on ground level to offer maximum visibility and ease of access . Glazed shopfronts are sheltered with a covered walkway , which establishes comfortable human scale at pedestrian level and an enjoyable , convenient shopping experience . Amongst other retailers , Nando ’ s have opened a flagship store , incorporating their signature local design elements both inside and outside . The focal point is a beautiful ‘ art in motion ’ exterior wall that grabs your attention before you even set foot inside .
Drawing from the kinetic art medium , the huge exterior artwork has been designed by Meshack Tembani . Tembani is known for using bold , flat , minimalistic graphic edges to create moveable art pieces inspired by everyday experiences that often depict female figures in his community of New Crossroads in Cape Town . Viewed from one side , it ’ s the portrait of a chic , lipstick-wearing , sunglass-adorned woman in a bright yellow polo neck . Once you start moving to the right , the picture before you changes , overlaying two images in one , before transforming into a new
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