TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACES, SYSTEMS & SUSTAINABILITY LOCATION GUJARAT, INDIA SIZE 4.7 HA CLIENTARAMNESS GIR ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE COMPLETE
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Neighbourgoods
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACES, SYSTEMS & SUSTAINABILITY LOCATION BRAAMFONTEIN, JOBURG CLIENT THE PLAYGROUND ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE COMPLETE
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Keyes Veld Wall
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACES, SYSTEMS & SUSTAINABILITY LOCATION ROSEBANK SIZE 250 SQM CLIENT TOMORROW CO. ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE COMPLETE
DESCRIPTION
Rosebank, and Johannesburg, largely falls within the Grassland Biome of South Africa - The award winning “Keyes Veld Wall” showcases plants from the highly endangered Egoli Granite Grassland Veldtype. The wall should be viewed as a pilot project, as it is a pioneer in the field of vertical gardening with a 'hyper-regional’ planting palette from the Highveld. Due to its modular nature and adaptability, the expansion from phase one to phase two manifested quite seamlessly. The bulk of the planting comprises grass species, while bulbs, perennials and aloes allow for splashes of colour in the sea of grass.
The wall is a dynamic artwork - that changes seasonally, but also changes almost on an hourly cycle, as the way light moves through the plants present marvellous colour displays at different times of the day. Since the wall has reached a level of maturity, it has really started to take on a personality of its own.
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Keyes Art Mile
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACE LOCATION ROSEBANK SIZE - CLIENT TOMORROW CO. ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE ONGOING
DESCRIPTION
The Keyes Art Mile, a spinal development located in Rosebank, Johannesburg, is a project aimed at reviving nature within the urban core, as part of an initiative to create healthier urban environments and neighbourhoods.
The development originated as a precinct centred around art, however, this vision has been extended to create a mixed-use neighbourhood within the heart of Rosebank. The Keyes Art Mile presents the opportunity, like art itself, to tell a story with the landscaping and public space components contributing significantly to this narrative. The planting strategy for Keyes probably conveys the development’s sustainability agenda the clearest. Not only does the planting palette aid with carbon sequestration in the urban core; promote biodiversity; contribute to nature conservation efforts; and create a favourable microclimate, but it also endeavours largely to change social perspectives on locally indigenous planting palettes. Future phases of the spine will showcase planting communities that represent Veldtypes occurring naturally along the Mining Belt of Johannesburg.
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Trumpet Atrium
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACES, SYSTEMS & SUSTAINABILITY LOCATION ROSEBANK SIZE 40 SQM CLIENT TOMORROW CO. ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE COMPLETE
DESCRIPTION
Fieldworks Design Group was employed by TomorrowCo. to design and build an interior garden in the Trumpet atrium in Rosebank, Johannesburg.
This turn-key project was designed to reflect the landscaping intentions of Fieldworks Design Group and the developers’ vision for the Keyes Art Mile precinct. The atrium fit-out forms part of a show unit for future developments within the Keyes Art Mile.
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Mix Bar @ Mesh
TYPOLOGY URBAN GARDEN AND SUSTAINABILITY LOCATION ROSEBANK SIZE 15 SQM CLIENT MESH CLUB ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE COMPLETE
DESCRIPTION
Fieldworks Design Group was approached to assist with a greening strategy for Mix Cocktail Bar and Mesh Club.
The greening strategy adds value to this space through:
• improved air quality,
• softening of interior spaces,
• allowing a connection between man and nature, and
• providing Mix with useful (edible) plants.
The first phase of the greening strategy is focused on Mix and aimed at accommodating and supporting the Mix Cocktail Bar. The proposed greening strategy is robust, makes use of edible botanicals, and contributes to the nature conservation strategy adopted by The Keyes Art Mile and its development partners.
Fieldworks Design Group provided a Turn-Key solution for the Mix Cocktail Bar fitout @ Mesh Club.
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The Doors Inn
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC AND COMMERCIAL LOCATION MOKOPANE SIZE 500 SQM CLIENT THE DOORS INN ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE CONSTUCTION
DESCRIPTION
Fieldworks Design Group was employed to establish a distinct architectural identity throughout this popular guest house located in the Limpopo Province. The use of sustainable and upcycled materials aided in the creation of architectural and landscape architectural elements. The project fosters a strong relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces, as the revised layout and facade alterations promote seamless visual and pedestrian flow. The interior is comprised of punchy colours, warm lighting, and strategic placement of fun feature elements, while durability and low maintenance were key considerations in developing the material palette for both indoor and outdoor areas. Biodiversity and micro-climatic conditions are improved through the conversion of the existing swimming pool to a natural swimming pool which acts as both a functional and feature element within the landscape.
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Rhema
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACES LOCATION JOHANNESBURG SOUTH SIZE 1045 SQM CLIENT RHEMA SOUTH FAMILY CHURCH ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE COMPLETE
DESCRIPTION
To accommodate the growing congregation at Rhema South, new facilities including classrooms and lobby spaces were required. The expansion presented an opportunity to revitalise the existing building facade and create a contemporary place of worship for the Rhema South congregation.
Through applying a sparse material pallet to the building we were able to create an updated facade that lends the building the prominence it deserves. Natural stone, mute colours, and expansive glass openings are framed with the introduction of lush indigenous vegetation reflective of the surroundings.
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Streetlight Courtyard
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACES LOCATION JEPPESTOWN, JOHANNESBURG SIZE 450 SQM CLIENT STREETLIGHT SCHOOLS ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE COMPLETE
DESCRIPTION
The Streetlight School playground is situated in the Bjala Square courtyard. The design team used low-cost and up-cycled materials as part of an innovative material pallet. Pallet planters were designed to act as seating elements along the courtyard edge and to introduce fragrance and colour as contrasting elements to the hard surroundings. These planters are also used for the growing of vegetables, which becomes an educational component of the school's curriculum.
This project had little to no material wastage as a result of innovative design and the use of standard material sizes. All planting used in the design are indigenous and have low water requirements, while the play towers and surface treatment comply with playground safety regulations. The school provides new and exciting educational opportunities to children in the area and is transforming Jeppe in a positive way.
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Oaklands Gardens
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACE, URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORK LOCATION NORWOOD, JOHANNESBURG SIZE 17500 SQM CLIENT VASCODOX ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE PROPOSAL
DESCRIPTION
The focus area for this project is situated in The Gardens, Johannesburg. This quiet residential neighborhood is situated between Melrose Arch and Houghton. A series of intuitive interventions are proposed to ensure successful growth in residential, commercial, and environmental departments. Large public areas are created, together with the introduction of green roofs and water harvesting systems.
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Jeppe Park
TYPOLOGY PUBLIC & COMMERCIAL SPACE, URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORK LOCATION JEPPESTOWN, JOHANNESBURG SIZE 1.2 HA CLIENT PRIVATE ARCHITECTS FIELDWORKS DESIGN GROUP CURRENT PHASE CONCEPT
DESCRIPTION
Jeppe-Park is a well-positioned and highly utilised public space on Johannesburg’s CBD urban fringe. It has been several years since any infrastructural improvements have been implemented in the park and some small interventions have the potential to provide high impact for park users. The project entails the upgrade of existing facilities together with the introduction of some necessary elements. The project is will be completed in two phases: Phase 1, which includes the introduction of public ablutions, public lighting, bins, and bollards, while Phase 2 will include leveling, new turf and trees, soccer goals, and other landscape elements.
