The restored façades, with their subtle play of light across moulded plaster and ornate cornices, continue to enrich the streetscape. The addition of contemporary living spaces ensures the building remains active and cared for.
Looking forward In many ways, Venice House is emblematic of the architects’ broader philosophy: brave yet practical, adventurous yet thoughtful. Every project is an opportunity to balance respect for context with the courage to intervene intelligently. In Venice House, that balance has resulted in a building that once again hums with life, its past preserved, its future assured.
As Cape Town continues to evolve, projects like this remind us that progress need not come at the cost of memory. Sometimes, the smartest way forward is simply to listen carefully to what a building is already trying to say.
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