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06/10/2026

The founding partners of SAOTA – Stefan Antoni, Greg Truen and Philip Olmesdahl, the trio behind South Africa's most globally successful architectural practice – look back over the last four decades to how they started and what led to their sustained success.

How can architecture help build a more just and equitable society?This Thursday, 08 October, SAOTA Principal Mark Bulliv...
06/10/2026

How can architecture help build a more just and equitable society?

This Thursday, 08 October, SAOTA Principal Mark Bullivant is joined by Nigel Savel and Sher’Neil Savel, co-founders of 9Miles Project, for a conversation exploring architecture, education and social impact through projects such as the 9Miles Learning Centre.

Drawing on the creation of a community learning space, the discussion will consider how thoughtful design can support access, dignity and community empowerment, and create lasting value beyond a building itself.

Join us at Brundyn Arts & Culture this Thursday at 17:30, or register at the link in our bio to attend live on LinkedIn if you are unable to join us in person.

Poliform The Excellence Group 9Miles Project

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02/10/2026

Last night, we opened our Cape Town exhibition, Shaped by Place.
 
Thank you to the clients, collaborators, friends and wider design community who joined us to mark 40 years of SAOTA.
 
The evening brought together many of the people who have shaped the practice, marking the start of a month-long exhibition exploring how context, culture and landscape inform our architecture.
 
A special thank you to our exhibition partner, , for helping bring Shaped by Place to life.
 
The exhibition is now open at Brundyn Arts & Culture, 21 Church Street, Cape Town, until 31 October. Admission is free.
 
Opening times
Monday to Friday: 10:00 to 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 to 16:00
Sunday: Closed
 

02/10/2026

Soulever by BEYOND, part of the OMNIYAT Group, is a twin-tower waterfront residential development located within the Bay District of Dubai Maritime City. Comprising 503 residences, podium chalets and penthouses, the project forms part of the ongoing transformation of Dubai Maritime City into a major residential and lifestyle destination.
 
Positioned between the Arabian Gulf and Dubai skyline, the development brings together waterfront living, comprehensive amenities as well as access to the city’s key business and leisure districts. Designed by SAOTA in collaboration with ARRCC, La Casa and Desert INK, the project contributes to a growing collection of landmark developments shaping Dubai’s evolving waterfront.
 
SAOTA Project Team: Dominik George, Reynard Smit, Peter Harel, Kimera Pillay, Mpho Mushophe, Katryn Groenewald, Rachna Ganda, Kiara Skors, Hano Venter, Janka van Zyl, Stephani Perold

Shaped by PlaceIn partnership with Poliform Shaped by Place presents a programme of public conversations exploring the i...
28/09/2026

Shaped by Place
In partnership with Poliform
 
Shaped by Place presents a programme of public conversations exploring the ideas, relationships and places that have shaped SAOTA’s evolution over four decades of practice.
 
Bringing together SAOTA principals, collaborators and invited guests, these conversations extend the themes of the exhibition beyond the gallery through reflection, discussion and exchange.
 
Whether you’re an architect, student, designer or simply curious about the built environment, we invite you to join the conversation.
 
Swipe through to explore the programme.
 
Opening to the public on 1 October 2026
Brundyn Arts & Culture
21 Church Street, Cape Town
 
Opening Times
Monday-Friday: 10:00-17:00
Saturday: 10:00-16:00
Sunday: Closed
 
Poliform The Excellence Group
 

18/09/2026

We’ve been working on a book.
 
Created in collaboration with ORO Editions, Shaped by Place explores how landscape, climate, culture and context influence the way we design.
 
A reflection on four decades of work across diverse geographies, the book examines the relationship between architecture and place through a collection of SAOTA projects.
 
Available for pre-order now at the link in our bio.
 
This October, Shaped by Place will extend beyond the pages of the book as the SAOTA40 exhibition series returns home to Cape Town.
 
Taking its name and inspiration from the book, Shaped by Place brings together four decades of architectural exploration through projects, models, drawings, photography and multimedia installations.
 
In partnership with Poliform, the exhibition opens to the public on 1 October 2026 at Brundyn Arts & Culture, 21 Church Street, Cape Town, and runs until 31 October 2026.

As part of the CIfA Helderberg Chapter programme, SAOTA Senior Associate Philip Bartman presents The Discipline of Curio...
16/09/2026

As part of the CIfA Helderberg Chapter programme, SAOTA Senior Associate Philip Bartman presents The Discipline of Curiosity.
 
In architecture, curiosity is more than a mindset. It is a discipline that drives exploration, challenges assumptions and uncovers new possibilities. Drawing on experiences from practice and his role as a World Architecture Festival judge, Philip reflects on the value of curiosity in shaping meaningful and enduring design.
 
17 September 2026
17:00 for 17:30
Somerset House School

Rivo Alto Villa, Miami, United States Throughout the residence, dedicated display zones are integrated into daily living...
16/09/2026

Rivo Alto Villa, Miami, United States
 
Throughout the residence, dedicated display zones are integrated into daily living, creating a curated environment where architecture, interiors and art exist in dialogue. From the intimate wood-clad dining space to the continuity of terrazzo flooring, each element contributes to a home that reflects the owners’ identity while remaining deeply connected to its waterfront setting.
 
SAOTA Project Team: Mark Bullivant, Edward Peinke, Peter Harel, Lichumile Monakali 
Architect of Record: CLF (Choeff Levy Fischman) 
Interior Architect: PorterFanna Architecture 
Interior Designer: Selma Newman 
Project Manager & Contractor: Brodson Construction
Landscaping: Nievera Williams Design 
Lighting Design: Lux Populi
Photography: Adam Letch

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109 Hatfield Street
Cape Town
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Monday 07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 17:00
Thursday 07:00 - 18:00
Friday 07:00 - 18:00

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