this space which has sculptures , a water feature and green landscaping . This square is also the venue for various public events , supporting the 24 / 7 activation of Newtown .
Newtown has a very particular urban texture and the environment is no-nonsense and tough . There was a specific requirement 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 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
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