Nelson Mandela Cruise Terminal / Elphick Proome Architecture + Vusa Collaborative
The terminal was conceived as the new portal to the Kingdom of the Zulus, welcoming tourists to the province and traditional culture. Dwarfed by docked cruise liners wharf side, the powerful form asserts itself as a memorable landmark object, interfacing the harbor and the city. Conceived with an overt African identity, the envelope draws inspiration from the earthy colors, vibrant textures, and traditional triangular motifs displayed in Zulu craft. The African colouration inspired by Zulu artwork is unique, contextual, and demands attention, boldly contrasting the conventional neutral 'treatment' characterizing most transportation buildings globally.
© Karl Beath Photography
- architects: Elphick Proome Architecture
- architects: Vusa Collaborative
- Location: Durban, South Africa
- Project Year: 2021
- Photographs: Karl Beath Photography
- Photographs: Maxine Elphick Photography
- Area: 6400.0 m2
