South African architecture firm SAOTA recently completed the Kingsway Tower, a new 15 storey high rise building in Lagos, Nigeria. The building has introduced new architectural ideas to Lagos. By enhancing the streetscape and shared public space around the building, the architects hope that this will be a catalyst for positive change in the city. […] More
SAOTA have recently completed their latest project in Shenzhen, China – the Longcheer Yacht Club. The project was envisioned not just as a new flagship yacht club and hotel, but also as a catalyst to promote yachting culture and encourage public interest in marine sport. Discover more after the jump. More
SAOTA recently completed works on Hillside, a stunning private residence in Los Angeles located immediately above Sunset Boulevard. The home is on a 20 000 square foot estate, featuring 300-degree views over the LA skyline and the city basin below. The design was conceived as more of a self-contained oasis rather than a conventional house. […] More
The restoration of the ensemble of heritage buildings on Buffelsdrift Farm – by SAOTA and Jaco Booyens Architect – won the gold medal at the seventh edition of the International Domus Restoration and Conservation Award in Italy. The award, conceived and promoted by the company FassaS.r.l. and by the University of Ferrara, was announced online […] More
SAOTA have recently completed their first project in Canada. The private residence is set on the banks of Lake Huron and extends the possibilities of the traditional lakeside family retreat through a contemporary architectural approach. SAOTA has taken great care to keep the design unobtrusive and sensitive to its setting, while still making an architectural […] More
South African-based architecture firm SAOTA, recently completed Kirsch Pharma HealthCare’s new factory and headquarters in Wedemark, Germany. The architects approached the project by creating a strong architectural statement and designed a building that stands as a sculptural object in the landscape. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. More
SAOTA designed this inspiring summer residence located in Saint Tropez, France. This family home is a contemporary interpretation of traditional Mediterranean Riviera architecture. The house is arranged between two rectilinear side wings that embrace a central courtyard. The design of the home maximises the perception of space and generous outdoor covered spaces have been created, […] More
The leading South African architecture firm SAOTA completed its first project in Bali called Uluwatu. This resort-inspired home puts a contemporary spin on local materiality and vernacular architecture. It’s dramatically perched high on a limestone cliff edge, on a large east-west-oriented site that faces the ocean on the eastern side. Take a look at the […] More
SAOTA have recently completed this stunning residence located in Clifton, South Africa. The distinguishing feature of the home is the vertically slatted box that hovers over the terrace. Built out of durable yet lightweight aluminium the finish mimics different tones of bark, creating a wood-like effect. The screens open and close allowing for natural light […] More
Leading South African architecture firm SAOTA, has been announced as one of three winners of the architectural competition for the new Neuländer Quarree precinct in Hamburg. Other firms awarded are BeL Architecture from Cologne and ROBERTNEUN Architects from Berlin. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. More
SAOTA designed this inspiring single family residence situated in Cape Town, South Africa, in 2017. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. More
Discover Beyond – SAOTA Director Stefan Antoni’s home in Nettleton Road, overlooking Clifton, one of Cape Town’s famous beaches. Designed by SAOTA, this five storey home is a contemporary setting for life and art with the main living area on the top floor, incorporating a double volume space and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Perched […] More