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Gautrain Stations: The indigenous acacia tree was the specific reference in the architecture of the stations. Its umbrella canopy is reflected in the wave roof structures.
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DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Thyme On Nicol. The impression of Thyme on Nicol comes from an impromptu birdcage filled with wire framed lights and plants, conjuring up a vision of an airy green lantern encompassing the picturesque surroundings.

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We are thrilled to announce, our under development

We are thrilled to announce, our under development project R-City Center, Pune has been recognized with Best Mixed Use Architecture, India at the latest edition of the Asia Pacific Property Awards, 2021!

R-City Center is proposed to be an iconic city-centric mixed use development comprising of a retail mall, IT offices and luxurious high-rise residential towers located in the heart of PCMC, a suburb of Pune. Several different themes, such as the heritage of the Maratha empire, and the post-Independence growth of the manufacturing sector in the city have been weaved together to design a landmark project.

#DesignAward #Retail #Luxury #MixedUse #Architecture #Sustainability #designedforsuccess

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Gautrain Station

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION:

Gautrain Stations:

The overall design philosophy of the various Gautrain stations required the use of tree imagery in the architectural elements of the stations. The tree is symbolic of protection, life, community and the path of travel. The indigenous acacia tree was the specific reference in the architecture of the stations. Its umbrella canopy is reflected in the wave roof structures. Similarly, the acacia tree-trunk and branches is referenced in the supporting columns of the station. These references are significant markers in the successful journey of passengers using the transport system.

#DesignedForSuccess

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Thyme On Nicol. Th

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Thyme On Nicol. The impression of Thyme on Nicol comes from an impromptu birdcage filled with wire framed lights and plants, conjuring up a vision of an airy green lantern encompassing the picturesque surroundings.

The design expresses both an industrial style and demonstrates other space design principles of the new trend of urban green cafes. An array of bespoke seating and lounging furniture provides diners with the choice of sitting at either the panoramic windows, along the periphery overlooking the indigenous greenbelt, or the central sofa landscape, inspired by the huge bird aviaries, or even at one of the al-fresco dining settings, all of which have been uniquely designed for the space.

Natural materials like wood, stone and handmade tiles are mixed with modern plastic elements entwined in interesting shapes and colours and balanced with more neutral elements like the raw concrete-look vinyl flooring and the industrial steel frame of the ‘birdcage’. #DesignedForSuccess

BENTEL STAFF NEWS: Pedro Ramos is a Professional A

BENTEL STAFF NEWS: Pedro Ramos is a Professional Architect with approximately 5 years post-qualification experience. Prior to joining the Bentel team Pedro gained extensive experience on inner-city conversion projects, dealing with all aspects through the whole scope of the project from concept to on-site delivery; providing him with a strong technical basis for problem solving that arises on refurbishment work.
His role in Bentel will initially be a departure from this, with a focus on Design and Design Development work on a number of Mixed-use and Residential projects, both locally and across the continent.

A warm welcome to Pedro!

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: New high-rise of

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION:

New high-rise office building in Lesotho is a 21 storey elliptical office tower. The glazed façade is protected from harsh eastern and western sun with a brise-soleil ‘veil’, the latter’s form is inspired by the Basotho hat called the “Mokorotlo” which is the traditional hat that is a national symbol in Lesotho and it is featured on the national flag.

#DesignedForSuccess

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Whale Coast Mall i

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Whale Coast Mall is situated on Main Road in Sandbaai, which lies at the entrance to the picturesque Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in Hermanus. Hermanus is a seaside town southeast of Cape Town in the Western Cape Province.
Large features that could be interpreted as inspired by whale tails denote the entrances, without being too literal, and the whale sculpture hangs in the main clerestory-lit centre court.

The architecture is light, airy and contemporary, with no architectural features competing for attention with the retail displays. #DesignedForSuccess

DESIGN INFLUENCES & INSPIRATIONS: Montecasino is T

DESIGN INFLUENCES & INSPIRATIONS: Montecasino is Tuscan-themed named after the village of Monte Cassino near Rome in Italy. All Monte casino’s architectural details are meticulously rendered. Plastering techniques recreate the dilapidated facades, and the ceilings of the pedestrian walkways are painted to replicate a changing sky. Artificial trees and Vespa scooters parked on the internal streets, all work to create a convincing authentic environment. Monte casino is a hybrid of classical architectural style combined with cutting edge retail concepts.

DESIGN INFLUENCES AND INSPIRATIONS: Cradlestone Ma

DESIGN INFLUENCES AND INSPIRATIONS: Cradlestone Mall. The super-regional mall is in the heart of Mogale City in Johannesburg’s West Rand, with a fresh retail mix and wide choice in nearly 200 shops, restaurants and services. Inspired by its setting – the World Heritage Site of the Cradle of Humankind, was the starting point for the philosophy that underpins its design concept while, at the same time, adhering to proven retail flow and layout. #DesignedForSuccess

Today we look at DESIGN INFLUENCES & INSPIRATIONS

Today we look at DESIGN INFLUENCES & INSPIRATIONS of the Nelson Mandela Square. A significant influence on the design of Nelson Mandela Square was the iconic St Marks Square in Venice, where locals and tourists gather to meet, eat, and shop in beautiful surroundings. Civic structures, such as a theatre, gallery and library, were chosen to feature prominently in Nelson Mandela Square. Glass arcades project into the square with seating for restaurants around a central water feature. Offices above the retail areas face the square and incorporate atriums to allow natural light into the building. These architectural features create an engaging social environment. #DesignedForSuccess

“It always seems impossible until it is done.”

“It always seems impossible until it is done.” Let us know what you'll be doing for your 67 minutes.

Smart Cities: Mon Trésor Smart City is an emerg

Smart Cities:

Mon Trésor Smart City is an emerging coastal town, situated in close proximity to Mauritius’ international airport,in the Grand Port district. The project involved the conceptualisation of a masterplan intervention for this development.

The initial proposed offering includes commercial, leisure, healthcare, educational and residential components within a planned urban fabric and intervention. The vision for the development was to establish a cohesive infrastructure, conservation of biological diversity and the preservation of historical and natural heritage, all conceptualised within a vibrant district and planned approach.

The commercial components included retail, office and logistic park offerings, including a central square, a planned ‘high street’, offices and a logistics park. The leisure component included a proposed sports complex, further promoting the development’s mantra of a healthy lifestyle, and a connection to the sea with a Beach Club. The residential component was planned in a mix of villas, apartments, townhouses and a retirement village, all designed within a local vernacular. An educational and healthcare zone was established to further enhance the multi-use and integrated approach.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.bentel.net/master-planning/mon-tresor/ #DesignedForSuccess

Smart Cities: Spread across 4500 acres, Wave City

Smart Cities: Spread across 4500 acres, Wave City is conceived as one of India’s largest smart cities. The City is master planned as a “high-tech city” incorporating state of the art intelligent infrastructure; Central Command Centre, Smart Meters, Intelligent Traffic Management, Waste Management, 24X7 CCTV surveillance, Weather substation, Water management, Complete Fiber Optic Connectivity and lots more. Master Planned by Bentel, Wave City features open spaces, new well connected residential neighbourhoods and a high density financial district.

The project boasts more than 750 acres of green spaces, wide roads conceived as boulevards and a congestion-free BRT network ensuring smooth traffic flow. Other planned uses include, hospitals, a medical university, religious places, educational institutions, local shopping centres, malls and multiplexes.

We are talking Smart Cities this week. https://www

We are talking Smart Cities this week. https://www.bentel.net/smart-cities/

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT: Southgate Mall of the

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT: Southgate Mall of the year 1990. It is one of the retail nodes in a greater retail development scheme embracing the four corners of the Johannesburg metropolitan area. In 2002, Southgate was refurbished to address the rapidly changing demographic base of the catchment area. The longevity of the centre is testament to the sound design principles used in its making. #DesignedForSuccess

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT: Eastrand Mall of the

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT: Eastrand Mall of the year 1975. Eastrand evolved from the retail energy generated by South Africa’s largest Pick n Pay Hypermarket, which was was opened in 1975. Eastrand Mall was an extension of the already established food retailer Pick n Pay, that added retail stores to the tenant mix. The centre now features many of South Africa’s major chain stores and a host of smaller specialised stores. #DesignedForSuccess

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT-Canal Walk, year 2000

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT-Canal Walk, year 2000

Canal Walk is the pre-eminent super-regional shopping centre in the Western Cape. It adheres rigidly to the criteria of accessibility, visibility and critical mass, all of which predetermine the success of any retail centre.

The layout is configured in a double-level figure eight that gives it “walkability” and a condensed footprint unrivalled by other comparable schemes in South Africa. Natural light and connectivity between the two levels sets the standard that is demanded in new centres today. The on-grade parking decks are initially accessed via an ingenious, undulating ring road system; that eliminates the need for ramp systems, thereby giving equal importance to both retail levels. By not surrounding the building with parking, connectivity to the rest of the Century City precinct is ensured.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.bentel.net/architecture/retail/canal-walk/ #DesignedForSuccess

Our BLAST FROM THE PAST project is Monte Casino of

Our BLAST FROM THE PAST project is Monte Casino of the year 2000. Montecasino is a Tuscan-themed, mixed-use development that includes a hotel, retail areas, movie houses, a theatre and a vast gaming area. It is listed as one of the ten most lucrative casinos in the world and is a premier tourist destination in Gauteng. For more info visit: https://www.bentel.net/architecture/retail/monte-casino/

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BDO Building,
Wanderers Office Park,
52 Corlett Dr, Illovo,
Sandton, 2196

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DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION:

Gautrain Stations: The indigenous acacia tree was the specific reference in the architecture of the stations. Its umbrella canopy is reflected in the wave roof structures.
#DesignedForSuccess

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DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Thyme On Nicol. The impression of Thyme on Nicol comes from an impromptu birdcage filled with wire framed lights and plants, conjuring up a vision of an airy green lantern encompassing the picturesque surroundings.

#DesignedForSuccess

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We are thrilled to announce, our under development

We are thrilled to announce, our under development project R-City Center, Pune has been recognized with Best Mixed Use Architecture, India at the latest edition of the Asia Pacific Property Awards, 2021!

R-City Center is proposed to be an iconic city-centric mixed use development comprising of a retail mall, IT offices and luxurious high-rise residential towers located in the heart of PCMC, a suburb of Pune. Several different themes, such as the heritage of the Maratha empire, and the post-Independence growth of the manufacturing sector in the city have been weaved together to design a landmark project.

#DesignAward #Retail #Luxury #MixedUse #Architecture #Sustainability #designedforsuccess

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Gautrain Station

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION:

Gautrain Stations:

The overall design philosophy of the various Gautrain stations required the use of tree imagery in the architectural elements of the stations. The tree is symbolic of protection, life, community and the path of travel. The indigenous acacia tree was the specific reference in the architecture of the stations. Its umbrella canopy is reflected in the wave roof structures. Similarly, the acacia tree-trunk and branches is referenced in the supporting columns of the station. These references are significant markers in the successful journey of passengers using the transport system.

#DesignedForSuccess

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Thyme On Nicol. Th

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Thyme On Nicol. The impression of Thyme on Nicol comes from an impromptu birdcage filled with wire framed lights and plants, conjuring up a vision of an airy green lantern encompassing the picturesque surroundings.

The design expresses both an industrial style and demonstrates other space design principles of the new trend of urban green cafes. An array of bespoke seating and lounging furniture provides diners with the choice of sitting at either the panoramic windows, along the periphery overlooking the indigenous greenbelt, or the central sofa landscape, inspired by the huge bird aviaries, or even at one of the al-fresco dining settings, all of which have been uniquely designed for the space.

Natural materials like wood, stone and handmade tiles are mixed with modern plastic elements entwined in interesting shapes and colours and balanced with more neutral elements like the raw concrete-look vinyl flooring and the industrial steel frame of the ‘birdcage’. #DesignedForSuccess

BENTEL STAFF NEWS: Pedro Ramos is a Professional A

BENTEL STAFF NEWS: Pedro Ramos is a Professional Architect with approximately 5 years post-qualification experience. Prior to joining the Bentel team Pedro gained extensive experience on inner-city conversion projects, dealing with all aspects through the whole scope of the project from concept to on-site delivery; providing him with a strong technical basis for problem solving that arises on refurbishment work.
His role in Bentel will initially be a departure from this, with a focus on Design and Design Development work on a number of Mixed-use and Residential projects, both locally and across the continent.

A warm welcome to Pedro!

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: New high-rise of

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION:

New high-rise office building in Lesotho is a 21 storey elliptical office tower. The glazed façade is protected from harsh eastern and western sun with a brise-soleil ‘veil’, the latter’s form is inspired by the Basotho hat called the “Mokorotlo” which is the traditional hat that is a national symbol in Lesotho and it is featured on the national flag.

#DesignedForSuccess

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Whale Coast Mall i

DESIGN INFLUENCE & INSPIRATION: Whale Coast Mall is situated on Main Road in Sandbaai, which lies at the entrance to the picturesque Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in Hermanus. Hermanus is a seaside town southeast of Cape Town in the Western Cape Province.
Large features that could be interpreted as inspired by whale tails denote the entrances, without being too literal, and the whale sculpture hangs in the main clerestory-lit centre court.

The architecture is light, airy and contemporary, with no architectural features competing for attention with the retail displays. #DesignedForSuccess

DESIGN INFLUENCES & INSPIRATIONS: Montecasino is T

DESIGN INFLUENCES & INSPIRATIONS: Montecasino is Tuscan-themed named after the village of Monte Cassino near Rome in Italy. All Monte casino’s architectural details are meticulously rendered. Plastering techniques recreate the dilapidated facades, and the ceilings of the pedestrian walkways are painted to replicate a changing sky. Artificial trees and Vespa scooters parked on the internal streets, all work to create a convincing authentic environment. Monte casino is a hybrid of classical architectural style combined with cutting edge retail concepts.

DESIGN INFLUENCES AND INSPIRATIONS: Cradlestone Ma

DESIGN INFLUENCES AND INSPIRATIONS: Cradlestone Mall. The super-regional mall is in the heart of Mogale City in Johannesburg’s West Rand, with a fresh retail mix and wide choice in nearly 200 shops, restaurants and services. Inspired by its setting – the World Heritage Site of the Cradle of Humankind, was the starting point for the philosophy that underpins its design concept while, at the same time, adhering to proven retail flow and layout. #DesignedForSuccess

Today we look at DESIGN INFLUENCES & INSPIRATIONS

Today we look at DESIGN INFLUENCES & INSPIRATIONS of the Nelson Mandela Square. A significant influence on the design of Nelson Mandela Square was the iconic St Marks Square in Venice, where locals and tourists gather to meet, eat, and shop in beautiful surroundings. Civic structures, such as a theatre, gallery and library, were chosen to feature prominently in Nelson Mandela Square. Glass arcades project into the square with seating for restaurants around a central water feature. Offices above the retail areas face the square and incorporate atriums to allow natural light into the building. These architectural features create an engaging social environment. #DesignedForSuccess

“It always seems impossible until it is done.”

“It always seems impossible until it is done.” Let us know what you'll be doing for your 67 minutes.

Smart Cities: Mon Trésor Smart City is an emerg

Smart Cities:

Mon Trésor Smart City is an emerging coastal town, situated in close proximity to Mauritius’ international airport,in the Grand Port district. The project involved the conceptualisation of a masterplan intervention for this development.

The initial proposed offering includes commercial, leisure, healthcare, educational and residential components within a planned urban fabric and intervention. The vision for the development was to establish a cohesive infrastructure, conservation of biological diversity and the preservation of historical and natural heritage, all conceptualised within a vibrant district and planned approach.

The commercial components included retail, office and logistic park offerings, including a central square, a planned ‘high street’, offices and a logistics park. The leisure component included a proposed sports complex, further promoting the development’s mantra of a healthy lifestyle, and a connection to the sea with a Beach Club. The residential component was planned in a mix of villas, apartments, townhouses and a retirement village, all designed within a local vernacular. An educational and healthcare zone was established to further enhance the multi-use and integrated approach.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.bentel.net/master-planning/mon-tresor/ #DesignedForSuccess

Smart Cities: Spread across 4500 acres, Wave City

Smart Cities: Spread across 4500 acres, Wave City is conceived as one of India’s largest smart cities. The City is master planned as a “high-tech city” incorporating state of the art intelligent infrastructure; Central Command Centre, Smart Meters, Intelligent Traffic Management, Waste Management, 24X7 CCTV surveillance, Weather substation, Water management, Complete Fiber Optic Connectivity and lots more. Master Planned by Bentel, Wave City features open spaces, new well connected residential neighbourhoods and a high density financial district.

The project boasts more than 750 acres of green spaces, wide roads conceived as boulevards and a congestion-free BRT network ensuring smooth traffic flow. Other planned uses include, hospitals, a medical university, religious places, educational institutions, local shopping centres, malls and multiplexes.

We are talking Smart Cities this week. https://www

We are talking Smart Cities this week. https://www.bentel.net/smart-cities/

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT: Southgate Mall of the

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT: Southgate Mall of the year 1990. It is one of the retail nodes in a greater retail development scheme embracing the four corners of the Johannesburg metropolitan area. In 2002, Southgate was refurbished to address the rapidly changing demographic base of the catchment area. The longevity of the centre is testament to the sound design principles used in its making. #DesignedForSuccess

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT: Eastrand Mall of the

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT: Eastrand Mall of the year 1975. Eastrand evolved from the retail energy generated by South Africa’s largest Pick n Pay Hypermarket, which was was opened in 1975. Eastrand Mall was an extension of the already established food retailer Pick n Pay, that added retail stores to the tenant mix. The centre now features many of South Africa’s major chain stores and a host of smaller specialised stores. #DesignedForSuccess

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT-Canal Walk, year 2000

BLAST FROM THE PAST PROJECT-Canal Walk, year 2000

Canal Walk is the pre-eminent super-regional shopping centre in the Western Cape. It adheres rigidly to the criteria of accessibility, visibility and critical mass, all of which predetermine the success of any retail centre.

The layout is configured in a double-level figure eight that gives it “walkability” and a condensed footprint unrivalled by other comparable schemes in South Africa. Natural light and connectivity between the two levels sets the standard that is demanded in new centres today. The on-grade parking decks are initially accessed via an ingenious, undulating ring road system; that eliminates the need for ramp systems, thereby giving equal importance to both retail levels. By not surrounding the building with parking, connectivity to the rest of the Century City precinct is ensured.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.bentel.net/architecture/retail/canal-walk/ #DesignedForSuccess

Our BLAST FROM THE PAST project is Monte Casino of

Our BLAST FROM THE PAST project is Monte Casino of the year 2000. Montecasino is a Tuscan-themed, mixed-use development that includes a hotel, retail areas, movie houses, a theatre and a vast gaming area. It is listed as one of the ten most lucrative casinos in the world and is a premier tourist destination in Gauteng. For more info visit: https://www.bentel.net/architecture/retail/monte-casino/

BLAST FROM THE PAST <<<<<<<The 1983 Bentel Associa

BLAST FROM THE PAST <<<<<<<The 1983 Bentel Associates International Cricket Team.

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