Belgotex was invited by design duo Philippe van der Merwe and Greg Gamble from Tonic Design, the creative directors of the recent décor and design exhibition, Design Joburg, to supply flooring that was used throughout the showroom. Design Joburg is a local and international décor and design event that attracts an audience of high-end consumers, architects, […]
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IF IT’S ALL DOOM AND GLOOM, WHY SO MANY CRANES ON THE SKYLINE?
This year’s SAPOA Convention was probably the most downbeat that I’ve attended in my many ...
CTRL ALT DEL – RESETTING THE THINKING ON POOL COVERS
Public awareness over the last three years has made South Africans acknowledge that we are a water scarce country, a situation created by both environmental factors and ageing infrastructural issues. It is having a profound effect on many areas of industry and, in turn, the economy and our domestic life. With swimming pools being one […]
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AECOM LAUNCHES 30TH EDITION OF AFRICA PROPERTY & CONSTRUCTION COST GUIDE
Integrated infrastructure delivery company AECOM has launched its Africa Property & Construction Cost Guide 2019/20 in conjunction with its strategic partner, the Bureau of Economic Research (BER) at the University of Stellenbosch. (more…)
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WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CITIES OF TOMORROW?
Densification, urbanisation, construction, redevelopment. In an environment with a strong demand for urban housing, we’re hearing those words more and more often, and frequently in context of official city planning, where various metropolitans have committed to rapidly increasing the availability of housing to meet demand. (more…)
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THE REBUILT CATHEDRAL OF NOTRE DAME WILL BE A MONUMENT TO ADVANCES IN CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
The world watched in horror in April as flames consumed the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, gutting an 850-year old building considered to be one of the most beautiful and historically significant examples of the gothic architectural style. Thanks to the brave actions of the firefighters, most of the building was saved. Now, it’s […]
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RELIABLE REFURBISHMENT SYSTEMS FOR KOMATI RIVER BRIDGE
SMEC South Africa was appointed by Trans African Concessions (TRAC) to undertake the detailed inspection, rehabilitation design and construction supervision of the Komati River Bridge refurbishment project. The bridge is situated on the N4 Toll Route, Section 8 and is an important river crossing for freight traveling between South Africa and Mozambique. (more…)
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SAOTA’S FIRST COMPLETED PROJECT IN BALI
This getaway home designed by SAOTA in Uluwatu, on the south‐western tip of the Bukit Peninsula of Bali, Indonesia, is dramatically perched high on a limestone cliff edge. Ulu means “land’s end” and watu means “rock”, which aptly describes the rugged beauty of wild, arid peninsula. Uluwatu is also known for having some of the […]
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NEOLITH’S FLARE FOR FAÇADES
Hadi Teherani is one of the most familiar and respected names in contemporary German architecture and design. His characteristic approach to the medium communicates atmospheric charisma, emotional urgency and an acute awareness of social responsibility and sustainability. All these attributes reflect Teherani’s desire to establish a positive dialogue between his buildings and their surrounding environment. […]
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CALL FOR EXEMPLARY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS, VISIONARY DESIGN CONCEPTS
The LafargeHolcim Awards seeks leading projects of professionals as well as bold ideas from the Next Generation that combine sustainable construction solutions with architectural excellence. The 6th cycle of the international competition is open for entries until February 25, 2020. The Awards offer a total of USD 2 million in prize money and foreground projects […]
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GREEN BUILDING IN SOUTH AFRICA: GUIDE TO COSTS & TRENDS
The Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA), the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS), and the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology recently launched the 2019 edition of Green Building in South Africa: Guide to Costs & Trends. It is the second publication following the 1st edition that was issued […]
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