Curated Experiences
architect’s
journey
Client Brief
A Danish architectural society sought an educational journey through South Africa, designed to engage with the country's most respected and impactful architects. Their goal: to gain insight into the evolution of South Africa’s built environment, from heritage landmarks to socially driven modern design.
DESIGN WITH PURPOSE
Visit buildings that go beyond form, from community-led projects to nationally significant structures, each shaped by history, people, and place.
MEET THE VISIONARIES
Gain rare access to South Africa’s leading architects and thinkers. Join them on-site for personal walkthroughs, rich dialogue, and behind-the-scenes insight.
ARCHITECTURE IN MOTION
Explore how architectural narratives shift across urban and rural contexts. From legacy sites to experimental spaces, each stop adds a new layer.
TIME TO REFLECT
Balance learning with inspiration in nature. Table Mountain, the Cape coastline, and penguin encounters offer space to pause, breathe, and process.
testimonial
“ Damn, this is special. I'm so glad that you made this happen. The group was thrilled! ”
What we delivered
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Experience
Architect’s Journey -
Location
Cape Town & Surrounds -
Duration
7 Days
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, offering a powerful introduction to place, history, and design.
Rural Reverence & Design
Travel to Bosjes Farm for lunch and a guided visit through its gardens and the iconic Bosjes Chapel, a celebrated architectural symbol of simplicity, symbolism, and landscape harmony.
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. End the day with a tour of The Calling Academy, led by Gustav Roberts, a shining example of purpose-driven school architecture.
Civic Spaces & Icons
Tour the Old Granary, now the Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Centre, followed by the Zeitz MOCAA for a deep dive into repurposed industrial architecture. Visit the French School (a heritage campus) and the private residence of Gawie Fagan, guided by Peter Rich. The following day includes a visit to Roelof Uytenbogaardt’s UCT Sports Centre and Dennis Goldberg’s home with Jo Noero for conversations that span legacy, politics, and architecture.
A Pause in Nature
Conclude the journey with a day at Table Mountain and Boulders Beach. Take in panoramic views of the city from the summit, then visit the African penguins in their coastal sanctuary, a gentle reminder of nature’s own design brilliance.
