Curated Experiences

architect's
field notes

client brief

A Danish architectural society sought an educational journey through South Africa, designed to engage with the country's most respected & impactful architects. Their goal: to gain insight into the evolution of South Africa's built environment, from heritage landmarks to socially driven modern design.

Location:

Cape Town & surrounds

Duration:

7 days

what we designed

Heritage in the
Landscape

Begin the journey at !Khwa ttu San Heritage Centre and Nature Reserve in Yzerfontein. This award-winning cultural site blends ecological sensitivity with meaningful architectural storytelling.

Educational Spaces
Reimagined

Meet Johann Slee at Kliphuis for a conversation around residential design. Continue to the Green School South Africa, where GASS Architecture's biophilic design principles shape learning environments.

Civic Spaces
& Icons

Start at the Old Granary, now the Tutu Legacy Centre, a restored heritage gem. Explore Zeitz MOCAA's bold industrial transformation, visit the historic French School campus.

Rural Reverence &
Design

Travel to Bosjes Farm for lunch & a guided visit through its gardens & the iconic Bosjes Chapel, a celebrated architectural symbol of simplicity, symbolism, & landscape harmony.