by Freudel Keyter | Dec 12, 2025 | Architecture, commercial, Developments, mixed use, Residential, retail, reviews, shops
Project: Westown development Location: Shongweni, Durban Area: 48,500-50,00m² Date: end March 2025 Westown is more than a development — it’s Durban’s latest urban ambition given physical form Tucked into the rolling green folds of Shongweni on the N3 corridor between...
by Freudel Keyter | Nov 27, 2025 | Architecture, Developments, Residential
Typical residential building costs per square metre in South Africa (2025) vary mainly according to location and the level of finishes. Basic or entry-level homes usually fall in the range of about R6,000 to R8,000 per square metre. Standard or mid-range suburban...
by Freudel Keyter | Nov 27, 2025 | Architecture, Developments, mixed use, Residential, retail, reviews, shops
Project: Oceans Umhlanga North TowerPlace: UmhlangaYear: 2017 – 2025Area: 44,500m² Set within the heart of Umhlanga’s prestigious Oceans Development, this iconic tower blends refined architectural elegance with immersive lifestyle experiences, making it one of...
by Freudel Keyter | Nov 25, 2025 | Architecture, Developments, mixed use, reviews
Project: Newtown JunctionPlace: JohannesburgYear: 2014 – 2015Area: 85000m² The development was delivered as part of a deliberate urban-regeneration push for the CBD, reinterpreting the old produce-market grain and rhythm in contemporary brick, glass and...
by Freudel Keyter | Nov 24, 2025 | Architecture, Residential
As the city continues to transform, a new generation of architects is shaping its skyline, enriching its communities, and redefining what South African design can be. From sustainable residential masterpieces to award-winning commercial developments, the best...
