is almost unrecognisable ; totally repositioned to benefit retailers and shoppers alike and managed with attention to detail .”
Pearce says that while some parts of the existing building were retained , others were demolished to allow for more efficient parking and to link the existing building with the new enclosed mall . Landscaping was a key design principle to soften the design and help integrate the old with the new .
The Site Randburg is experiencing rapid development . Ferndale on Republic has good access from both Republic Road and Hans Strydom with a quieter entrance via Cross Street into the neighbouring Ferndale . An iconic ‘ fern ’ sculpture was commissioned for the main entrance off Republic Road to enhance the new branding of the centre . The existing Mercure hotel was subtly revamped to form part of the new entrance boulevard .
Ferndale on Republic 641