EDITORIAL Ed’ s Note
Designing for tomorrow
Welcome to the 2025 annual edition of SA Building Review, a publication that continues to stand as a testament to South Africa’ s evolving architectural brilliance, engineering ingenuity, and construction excellence.
Elroy van Heerden-Mays editor @ sabuildingreview. co. za
021 424 3625
This year, we celebrate the dynamic interplay between innovation and sustainability, showcasing projects that redefine how we design and build for a better future. As global challenges push us toward smarter, greener solutions, South Africa’ s industry leaders have risen to the occasion, crafting spaces that are not only functional but also deeply mindful of the environment and communities they serve.
Inside these pages, you will find stories of perseverance and creativity: from state-of-the-art commercial developments to residential marvels that merge luxury with eco-consciousness. We also highlight the top three construction trends for 2025, including trends shaping the future of design.
At SA Building Review, our mission remains to provide a platform for innovation, collaboration, and inspiration. Whether you’ re an architect, engineer, builder, or simply someone passionate about the built environment, this edition is a tribute to the incredible work being done and a reminder of what we can achieve when we build with purpose.
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Here’ s to a year of progress and possibility! Warm regards,
Elroy
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