UCT Forest Hill A Block – The Construction Co.

The project involved the modernising of 36 units in a student accommodation block, including bathrooms, kitchens and communal areas across 6 floors.

The internal and external areas of the building had to be refurbished within a very tight time line. Expert planning was required for the mass demolition and mass removal of rubble over a very short period.

New tiling, electrical, plumbing, extraction systems and joinery were installed.

A major unforeseen challenge on this project was the #FeesMustFall protests. The students forcefully shut down the site and skilful mediation was required to calm the students and shut down the site in an orderly manner. This shut down resulted in the acceleration of the works to ensure that the completion date was successfully achieved.