BPAS Architects Archives

23 Apr 2025

New STADIO Durbanville campus construction on track

By Staff Writer

He explains that the evolution of the design came during the construction phase and entailed a different approach to learning spaces. “The design theory of ‘The fifth Teacher’ (being the community) was embraced and incorporated to create connected and inclusive spaces,” he says.

27 Mar 2025

Key considerations before purchasing property in an estate

By Staff Writer

One of the defining characteristics of estate living is the adherence to specific architectural guidelines, and there are also additional costs homeowners need to be aware of.

06 Mar 2025

BPAS Architects strengthens leadership team

By Staff Writer

Cape Town-based BPAS Architects is pleased to announce the appointment of key leadership team members, effective 1 March 2025, to support the firm’s commitment to transformative design. The appointments come at a crucial time, as BPAS cements its position as one of South Africa’s leading architectural firms, recently ranking as one of Architizer’s 25 Best...

14 Nov 2024

An opportunity to re-think higher education facilities

By Staff Writer

). As you move up the building, there is a sense of increased privacy, so you’ll find lecture halls and classrooms on higher floors. On the ground floor, the campus is completely pedestrianized and open to all students, so shared facilities such as the cafeteria and library are all at ground level.

10 Oct 2024

Architecture and happiness

By Staff Writer

. “Studies have shown that exposure to natural light significantly improves mood, reduces the risk of depression, and increases overall happiness.”

08 Feb 2024

Six questions to ask before hiring an architect

By Staff Writer

“When choosing an architect, you’ll want to select someone who has expertise in your space and who can deliver on your brief with confidence."

22 Nov 2023

Maximising ROI with generative design

By Staff Writer

“This revolutionary approach has streamlined our design process and allowed for multiple changes, offering our clients flexibility to tackle projects with various constraints and budget limitations," says Landseer Collen, Principal Director, and Founder of BPAS Architects.

17 Aug 2023

Curro Durbanville campus earns recognition at Italian Plan Awards

By Staff Writer

The architecture of the school seamlessly intertwines with its natural surroundings, capturing the essence of form, texture, and proportion.

22 Jun 2023

A new lens for viewing our cities

By Staff Writer

Urban and suburban palimpsest can help cities to evolve in the wake of COVID-19 and hybrid working, which has seen a downturn in the need for office space, as well as curbing urban sprawl, creating new economic opportunities and catering for shifting community dynamics.

05 Apr 2023

The relationship between architecture and brands

By Staff Writer

"It’s about translating the client’s purpose, vision and brand into a building that will be functional, practical and that tells their story.”

26 Jan 2023

The changing role of architects

By Staff Writer

Architects need to better define their own role and niche in the market as professional consultants.

19 Oct 2021

The Importance Of Inclusion And Connectivity In Precinct Architecture

By Staff Writer

The word “precinct” has become extremely popular in property marketing and sales brochures, particularly as new estates with “in house” facilities in abundance compete for buyers in a world where safety and security has become a key selling point. In many ways, what we are seeing today – in a new form of gated community...