Looking at how architecture can contribute to existing learning environments by integrating community influence within rural primary schools resulted in Neeshailin Naicker being declared the regional winner from the University of KwaZulu-Natal as part of [...]
The HOPE statue placed in the water where the Liesbeeck and Black Rivers converge, has become a much-loved and well-known sight for motorists travelling along the M5 highway near the N2 interchange. […]
The R100-billion Infrastructure Fund announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in his State of the Nation Address on 11 February is likely to see an increase in the demand for galvanized steel, especially with the economy [...]
With demand soaring from a revived post Covid-19 environment internationally, SA concrete and cement additive suppliers are under severe production pressures due to the global shortage of many primary chemical industry raw materials essential to [...]
By the Banking Association South Africa (BASA), in collaboration with the National Department of Human Settlements The National Department of Human Settlements and The Banking Association South Africa (BASA) recognise that a functioning residential property [...]
By Maryna Botha, Director STBB To include affordable units within new developments is a consideration that is intensely debated in South Africa. While it is relatively well-developed in other jurisdictions, such as the United States, [...]
By the Clay Brick Association The Energy Efficient Clay Brick (EECB) project aims to ensure environmental sustainability by seeking economic solutions to increased energy efficiency and lower greenhouse gas emissions in the South African clay [...]
By SA Paint Manufacturers Association (SAPMA) After preparing the surfaces for painting, as outlined by the SA Paint Manufacturing Association (SAPMA) in the last issue of SA Affordable Housing, the next step is to choose [...]
John Roxburgh, senior lecturer at the School of Concrete Technology of Cement and Concrete SA (CCSA). Photo by CCSA By John Roxburgh Sand-cement plaster is used extensively in building work as a decorative [...]
By TIPSASA Thermal insulation is a great solution to reduce energy consumption by preventing heat gain or loss through the building envelope. This reduction of unwanted temperature changes decreases the energy demand of heating and [...]
