SALT Architects

SALT Architects A team of Cape Town based architects committed to designing memorable buildings

SALT architects is a team of Cape Town based architects committed to designing memorable buildings delivered through effective project management.

Working through physical samples in the studio to develop the material palette and tectonic language for Apex School at ...
28/08/2026

Working through physical samples in the studio to develop the material palette and tectonic language for Apex School at Conradie Park, Pinelands.

Gustav Roberts and Jan-Dirk van der Walt have been selected to join the jury for the Archello Awards 2026.An opportunity...
17/08/2026

Gustav Roberts and Jan-Dirk van der Walt have been selected to join the jury for the Archello Awards 2026.
An opportunity to engage with work from practices around the world, and to reflect on the different ways architecture responds to context, material, resources, and place.

We look forward to reviewing this year’s submissions.

We’re pleased to share that Apex Stellenbosch has been shortlisted for the 2026 SCAPE Awards in the Education category.T...
07/08/2026

We’re pleased to share that Apex Stellenbosch has been shortlisted for the 2026 SCAPE Awards in the Education category.

The project transforms an existing agricultural shed and processing building into a contemporary learning environment, working with the character and constraints of the existing structures to create a new school campus.
Thank you to the client, consultant team and everyone involved.

Structure as texture.Raw terracotta, cast shadows, and the quiet poetry of construction on site at Apex High School in P...
31/07/2026

Structure as texture.

Raw terracotta, cast shadows, and the quiet poetry of construction on site at Apex High School in Pinelands.

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Kuilsrivier Safe Space begins with the adaptive reuse of a familiar urban type: the corner grocer.Once an active part of...
23/07/2026

Kuilsrivier Safe Space begins with the adaptive reuse of a familiar urban type: the corner grocer.

Once an active part of the neighbourhood, the building had become abandoned and disconnected from the public realm. The design responds by re-establishing its civic presence within the Kuilsrivier Station precinct.

The existing corner is reinstated as the primary point of entry and spatial hierarchy. The adjoining façades are drawn back to create a more generous threshold, incorporating street-facing seating, landscaping and a dignified place to arrive, wait and gather.

Within the constrained footprint, the planning follows a restrained and pragmatic approach, accommodating a complex programme while prioritising spatial clarity, natural light and an intuitive sequence of movement.

The project treats reuse not simply as the retention of an existing structure, but as an opportunity to repair its relationship with the street and support a renewed sense of dignity, safety and belonging.

Apex Pinelands under construction.Site photos from Conradie Park, with the high school and admin buildings scheduled for...
16/07/2026

Apex Pinelands under construction.

Site photos from Conradie Park, with the high school and admin buildings scheduled for completion by the end of the year. Once complete, the campus will accommodate 1,800 learners.

Artworks in the classrooms at Apex Stellenbosch, illustrated by Salome Wessels.Integrated into the everyday learning env...
09/07/2026

Artworks in the classrooms at Apex Stellenbosch, illustrated by Salome Wessels.

Integrated into the everyday learning environment, the artworks contribute to a sense of identity and orientation within the school. They support spaces that are both practical and imaginative, adding a considered visual layer to the classrooms and reinforcing the relationship between learning, place and visual storytelling.

SALT Architects is growing, and we're looking for talented architects to join our team.Whether you're a professionally r...
08/07/2026

SALT Architects is growing, and we're looking for talented architects to join our team.

Whether you're a professionally registered architect or a candidate architect nearing SACAP registration, we'd love to hear from you. Experience matters, but we're equally interested in people who are curious, hardworking, and committed to excellence.
What we're looking for:
• Professional or Candidate Architect (SACAP)
• Strong design and technical ability
• A proactive work ethic
• Archicad experience (advantageous)
Apply:
Send an expression of interest to [email protected]. You'll receive a link to complete our application and upload your CV and portfolio.

On Restraint and Dialogue: Calling Academy Paarl (Phase 1) Architecture as a conversation over time. The new interventio...
02/07/2026

On Restraint and Dialogue: Calling Academy Paarl (Phase 1)

Architecture as a conversation over time. The new intervention establishes a quiet spatial dialogue with the site’s historic 1854 rural schoolhouse. Rather than competing with the original fabric, the new footprint is positioned to activate the rear of the historical building, transforming a leftover boundary into a functional public square. By utilizing an understated, muted facade that retreats behind an existing canopy of trees, the new structure allows the historical volume to maintain its primacy while establishing a fresh spatial syntax for the expanding campus.

Swipe to see the physical and social transformation at Apex High School. This project highlights how thoughtful spatial ...
25/06/2026

Swipe to see the physical and social transformation at Apex High School.

This project highlights how thoughtful spatial interventions can elevate an old agricultural site into a landmark of civic pride. Facing Kayamandi, the new campus utilizes clever, budget-conscious design to offer local learners the inspiring, top-tier educational environment they deserve.

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