Awards 2015 - Entries
Our inaugural awards show saw an unprecedented volume and variety of entries. 38 entries attracted 8 896 votes in the online Peoples Choice Awards and the website attracted over 10 000 unique visitors in the 6 month period of the awards promotion within South Africa.
Judges evaluated work on:
- Habitat – the configuration of architectural space within the Social Gain definition. Innovation in architectural design. Evidence of user satisfaction of occupier.
- Craft of architecture – the innovative exploration of materials and technique in the construction of the project
- Possibilities for the evolution of public architecture – An opportunity to contribute toward knowledge in the field; to mould public space and influence decision makers.
- Quality of visual and written submission – The quality and the imagination of the submission forms and important part of the communication process.
SEED Library
07/07/2016
The SEED is a working example of an exciting, stimulating place, that not only houses knowledge, but through the use of colour, shape, light and outdoor space, gives the user an inspiring experience when accessing it.
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THE MARKET THEATRE FOUNDATION FACILITY
07/05/2016
The main components of the development is to create a positive connection to Mary Fitzgerald square, re-use and repurpose the existing heritage protected fabric, and unify the various buildings into a precinct of buildings that enhances and promotes the public’s interface and interaction with the Market Theatre Foundation.
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Parasite unit
07/07/2016
The parasite unit is a small multi-functional structure that can be placed anywhere and used for almost anything.
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Tshilidzi Primary School, Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
07/07/2016
New school hall, classrooms & sportsfield for existing primary school.
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Albert Arendse Library
07/07/2016
Albert Arendse Library, Bridgeville Primary School, Athlone, Cape Town.
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PRETORIA BOYS HIGH SCHOOL – HALL AND MUSIC CENTRE
07/07/2016
The new proposed structures relate and enhance the existing student courtyards to create outdoor rooms, adding versatility to the school’s programmes, and uniting the historical main buildings with the new music centre.
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