COMMERCIAL OFFICE DEVELOPMENTS AWARD
WINNER: 35 LOWER LONG STREET
Architect: dhk
While accolades are not the reason we practice architecture, being acknowledged for work we have done is always rewarding. A SAPOA award is all the more gratifying for being recognition from the industry itself. With the judges representing different disciplines within the built-environment industry, having their recognition is an indication from our peers that we are creating buildings and spaces that achieve our objectives and add value to the urban landscape.
Location:
Lower Long Street, Cape Town CBD
Project dates:
2016-2018 (design). 2018-2020 (construction)
Certification:
4-Star Green Star Design rating
Type of building:
Commercial high-rise
Project size:
28 235m2
CORPORATE OFFICE DEVELOPMENTS AWARD
WINNER: DELOITTE CORPORATE HEAD OFFICE
Architect: Aevitas Architecture Studio
Winning the SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence in our category was recognition by our industry peers of the unique nature of the building’s design. The award is confirmation of the value that the building adds to its inhabitants as well as its context. We are extremely proud of the finished product.
Location:
Waterfall City, Waterfall, Gauteng
Project dates:
2018-2021
Certification:
LEED Silver rating
Type of building:
Corporate
Project size:
42 500m2
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENTS AWARD
WINNER: ALPLA SA
Architect: Empowered Spaces Architects
We, at Empowered Spaces Architects, pride ourselves on the impact we have had on the industrial landscape. It is a proud moment for the practice to be recognised. The industry, and ourselves, are striving to push the design envelope to even greater heights.
Location:
Lanseria Ext 75, Johannesburg
Project dates:
Completed in October 2021
Certification:
None
Type of building:
Warehouse facility
Project size:
34 616m2
INTERIORS AWARD
WINNER: ANGLO AMERICAN HEAD OFFICE
Architect: Paragon Interface
We began this journey with Anglo American in 2019 when we conducted an in-depth workplace strategy into understanding its organisation that concluded with its successful move to Rosebank after nearly 100 years in the Johannesburg CBD. It is hugely gratifying to receive an award that registers the significance of this landmark project for this progressive global organisation and the success of the project as a whole.
Location:
Rosebank, Johannesburg
Project dates
March 2020 (design), October 2021 (Anglo American moved in)
Certification:
6-Star Green Star Office V1.1 Design rating and a 5-Star Green Star Interiors rating is being targeted
Type of building:
Commercial
Project size:
29 461m2
INNOVATIVE AWARD
WINNER: CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH HOSPITAL 500 ICU BEDS
Architect: Ruben Reddy Architects
Ruben Reddy Architects is honoured to be part of the team that was awarded the SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence for the Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital 500 ICU Beds. This award will always be a reminder that we formed a small part of the worldwide team that fought day and night to alleviate the catastrophic reality caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Location:
Soweto, Johannesburg
Project dates:
2020-2022
Certification:
None
Type of building:
Hospital
Project size:
24 300m2
MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENTS AWARD
WINNER: BRIDGEWATER
Project Manager: Rabie Property Group
Receiving the award on behalf of Rabie, Mariska Auret, director, says, “We are incredibly honoured to be shortlisted with such innovative developments across the country and are delighted for the win. Bridgewater truly holds a special place as the pioneer development of the Ratanga Park family of developments we will be rolling out in the next few years. We would like to thank SAPOA for this prestigious award and the various teams at Vivid Architects, WBHO, all our fantastic professionals, service providers and our Rabie team for making a dream a reality. We share this award with them and look forward to many more.”
Location:
Century City, Cape Town
Project dates:
January 2020 to August 2021
Certification:
4-Star Green Star Design rating
Type of building:
Mixed-use
Project size:
80-room hotel is flanked by 122 apartments. It edges onto block 1 with 4 852m² office space. Block 2 has six double-volume studios. Block 3 comprises of 17 offices ranging from 120m² to 300m².
OTHER DEVELOPMENTS AWARD
SUSTAINABILITY AWARD OVERALL WINNER
WINNER: GREEN SCHOOL SOUTH AFRICA
Architect: GASS Architecture Studio
Green School South Africa, what an adventurous challenge! Designing and constructing a regenerative schooling campus from natural and locally sourced materials (complying with the Living Building Standards), sculpting organic architecture, and creating learning spaces that ignite a sense of wonder in adults and children alike. This would not have been possible without the collective spirit and camaraderie of the professional team. The journey of becoming part of the Green School family and to see the impact that the campus has on everyday lives, is life changing, and something we are really proud of. Being awarded with the various accolades, is an honour and a privilege, and really creates awareness about the importance of regenerative design.
Location:
R45, Paarl, Cape Town
Project dates:
Completion 2021
Certification:
Living Building Challenge
Type of building:
Education
Project size:
Site area 81 110m². Built area 3 313m² Landscaped/green area 63 408m²
REFURBISHMENTS AWARD
WINNER: 3 ALICE LANE
Architect: ARC Africa t/a ARC MU:V
We are proud of the collaborative approach to delivering the final project within budget and good time considering all the challenges from manufacturing to Covid-19. Only three materials were used in this refurbishment and the outcome is simple, clean and well-articulated. The end result being a highperformance refurbished building crafted within budget which stands tall amongst its neighbouring buildings on Alice Lane
Location:
Sandton, Johannesburg
Project dates:
January 2019 to April 2021 (later due to Covid-19)
Certification:
None
Type of building:
Office
Project size:
15 000m2
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS AWARD
WINNER: THE ONYX
Architect: GASS Architecture Studios
Working on this project and winning the award is a great honour for our company and team. It is always important for us to create outdoor and open space in the buildings that we create. In this case, the building and its open space filters into the greater precinct and becomes the showpiece of the development.
Location:
254 Fox Street, Johannesburg
Project dates:
2020 (completion)
Certification:
Registered for an EDGE certification
Type of building:
Residential
Project size:
21 660m2
RETAIL DEVELOPMENTS AWARD
WINNER: RUSTENBURG MALL
Architect: MDS Architecture
Rustenburg Mall’s design encompasses function and fun, which we believe is a key aspect of retail developments design. We are proud of the flexibility incorporated in the design that allows the building to adapt to external factors. Rustenburg Mall offers unique sensory experiences to visitors.
Location:
Geelhoutpark, Rustenburg
Project dates:
October 2019 to April 2021
Certification:
None
Type of building:
Retail
Project size:
40 000m²
RURAL AND SMALL-TOWN DEVELOPMENTS AWARD
WINNER: FLAGSTAFF SQUARE
Architect: MDS Architecture
Flagstaff Square is in a rural area, so it was important to offer a contemporary shopping experience. We are pleased with the results of including natural light in the design. One of the most memorable aspects of Flagstaff Square is the eye-catching graffiti work throughout the centre.
Location:
Flagstaff, Eastern Cape
Project dates
November 2020 to October 2021
Certification:
None
Type of building:
Retail
Project size:
11 000m²
HERITAGE AWARD
WINNER: OLD CAPE QUARTER
Architect: dhk
A SAPOA award is all the more gratifying for being recognition from the industry itself. With the judges representing different disciplines within the builtenvironment industry, having their recognition is an indication from our peers that we are creating buildings and spaces that achieve our objectives and add value to the urban landscape.
Location:
72 De Waterkant Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town
Project dates:
October 2021
Certification:
4-Star Multi-Unit Residential Design v1 rating
Type of building:
Mixed-use
Project size:
5 315m2
TRANSFORMATION AWARD
WINNER: JEWEL CITY
Architect: GASS Architecture Studios
We are extremely proud of the award. It means that we are making an impact on the industry and people are taking notice of us and the work that we do. We are privileged to have been part of such an amazing opportunity to make a positive change in the Joburg CBD and to have a real impact on the lives of everyday people who will be making use of the precinct.
Location:
254 Fox Street, Johannesburg
Project dates:
2020 (completed)
Certification:
None
Type of building:
Residential and commercial
Project size:
91 480m2 plus surrounding streets
