Architect and Builder Nov/Dec 2023
Architect and builder headline articles_Nov/Dec 2023 _Volume 74
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Below is the list of articles covered in this volume:
DESIGN QUARTER REDEVELOPMENT
Design Quarter Fourways, Johannesburg’s once premier décor and homeware destination, has been redeveloped as a holistic modern-living lifestyle retail centre. The phased redevelopment was designed by MDS Architecture for Investec Property Fund. Offering 24,570m2 of mixed-use development, Design Quarter is a curated, connected, convenient experience for surrounding residents which was completed in July 2023. Donald McGillivray, partner at MDS Architecture, said, “Design Quarter is a secure, access-controlled precinct located on a prominent site along Winnie Mandela Drive (formerly William Nicol Drive). It is a convenient and sophisticated gateway to the greater Fourways node.”
TYNE
In today’s fast-paced world, the need for serene, natural escapes is more pronounced than ever. Individuals seek the perfect blend of urban convenience and a tranquil, close-to-nature environment. uMhlanga Ridge, situated along the coastline of South Africa, is a vibrant and rapidly developing area that has become a sought-after destination for residents and visitors alike. Beyond the urban charm, the Ridge is also a gateway to nature, with pristine beaches and serene green spaces just a stone’s throw away. The allure of uMhlanga Ridge lies in its ability to seamlessly blend the conveniences of city living with the tranquility of a coastal paradise, creating a dynamic and cosmopolitan community that defines modern South African living. Nestled on the uMhlanga Ridge, TYNE, a new contemporary residential development, promises precisely that. Offering 36 unique apartments with sweeping sea views, this conveniently located oasis allows residents to embrace the surrounding environment while enjoying the utmost in contemporary living.
JOHANNESBURG SURGICAL HOSPITAL
Johannesburg Surgical Hospital, designed by A3 Architects, is a new state-of-the-art specialised surgical hospital situated in Northcliff, Johannesburg. The hospital consists of a total of 150 patient beds and 13 specialised theatres, 38 doctors consulting rooms, an emergency department and a first of its kind diagnostic imaging department complete with MRI and CT screening. The hospital has attracted 38 of the top medical specialists encompassing all specialties, including but not limited to Neurology, Orthopedics, Cardiology, Urology, Gastrology, Plastic Surgery and General Surgery. The design process was tailored and driven by the doctors and staff input and feedback and the resulting building is not only a pleasing patient experience but a highly efficient clinical operation.
APEX STUDIOS
Apex Studios is a student housing facility situated in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. Developed by Growthpoint Properties, the development houses 901 students over 13 storeys in a new residential building which consists of a variety of unit types, each with private shared bathroom and kitchen facilities, lending itself to an apartment style of living. The units range from 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedrooms with minimal shared rooms in the overall scheme. In this regard the students connect with fellow roommates whilst benefitting from a more private communal area.
QUOIN ROCK QBAR & QSUSHI
Quoin Rock Wine Farm recently opened an exclusive Wine Lounge and Restaurant in Johannesburg to bring the winelands experience to Gauteng. Qbar offers a selection of exceptional wines from Quoin Rock and Knorhoek, together with Grappa, Gin and MCC, all presented and shared by three professional sommeliers, who relocated from Stellenbosch. The adjacent QSushi is a unique culinary space that complements the wine lounge.