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Cape Town is one of South Africa’s most important creative hubs. Cape Town Creatives was started with the vision to centralise information relating to the creative industry in Cape Town. Here is a list of excellent architects and landscape designers/companies based in Cape Town. Click on the names below to view the full portfolio on the Cape Town Creatives website.
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LWA was established in 2005 by Louise Wileman, specializing in residential Architecture and Interior Design with a portfolio consisting of a variety of projects including high end residential projects and specialist interiors.
LWA’s design philosophy is that Architecture should be relevant to time and space, honest in form and function and should truthfully address the needs of the client. Successful Architecture is the result of a continuous dialogue between the designer and the end user and should never just be an academic response but always an intuitive process.
LWA is passionate about reducing the impact of their buildings on the environment, both during construction and during the lifetime of the building and aim to provide clients with sustainable choices in the selection of materials and building methods.
To view Louise Wileman’s complete profile on Cape Town Creatives click here
On a fairly routine trip to Cape Town Internationl Airport a few days ago, we were blown- away by the new developments. The International and Domestic departures terminal has been completely transformed and is now as first class as it gets. The first thing we noticed was the space. Wide walk-ways and enormous hallways on three levels absorb the crowds to such an extent that you almost feel the airport belongs to you.
There’s a great selection of shops as well as places to eat/drink. These inlcude Woolworths, CNA, Ocean Basket, Wimpy, Primi Express, Spur, Mugg and Bean, Vida e Cafe, Subway, KFC and even La Senza! The choice is so vast that there really is something for everyone.
We were there a day after the new terminal opened and there were a few teething problems with the restaurant we visited. I’m sure that given a few weeks to settle, all services will be up to standard.
We were hardly perterbed though because we got to enjoy this view while we ate our meal. These windows allow sentimental types to watch as their loved-ones ascend into the air. A nice feature.
We were impressed with the aesthetics of the airport. It’s not just a concrete superstructure but is really pleasing to look at. The details have been well attended to.
With this new terminal complete, perhaps Capetonians can feel more confident about ‘welcoming the world’ in 2010!
We’d love to know who is behind the design and construction of the airport. The official website isn’t giving away any clues so drop us a line if you know who’s involved.
I will be giving a presentation of my portfolio of work next week. The presentation is entitled ‘Surface’ and will focus on the area in which the disciplines of Architecture and Fine Art meet. I will be speaking about the full spectrum of work I have been involved in, including architecture, photography, illustration, wallpaper/fabric design and exhibition design. It would be great if you could attend.
Venue details:
The Pink Room
School of Architecture, Planning and Geomatics
University of Cape Town
13h00-Wednesday-30 September 2009
*Note: the time has been changed from 12h30 to 13h00*
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