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MASHABANE, Phillemon Ndabakayise

Born: 1958 08 20
Died: 2024 04 19

Architect


BArch (NEB Paris)

President of the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP), from 2010 to 2014. Elected Councilor in 2014.

One of the principals of MASHABANE ROSE & ASSOCIATES.

Obituary:

FROM THE PHILL MASHABANE FAMILY

Global Architecture Industry Mourns the Passing of Renowned Icon Architect Phill Mashabane

Johannesburg, 22 April 2024

With heavy hearts, we, the family of Phill Mashabane, share the news of our dad's passing. Phill was not only a visionary architect but also a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, mentor, and inspiration to us all. His journey was not just about architectural marvels but about touching lives and shaping communities, leaving an indelible mark on the world. Phill dedicated over 30 years to shaping the architectural landscape of South Africa and beyond. His legacy of excellence, social impact, and education will forever be remembered by all who knew him.

In 1995, Phill co-founded MASHABANE ROSE and ASSOCIATES alongside his dear friend Jeremy ROSE, embarking on a journey that would redefine the architectural landscape of South Africa. Over the span of three decades, Dad's work spanned various sectors, from commercial to residential, from retail to education, with a particular focus on preserving our rich heritage.

His passion for architecture knew no bounds. From master planning to urban design, from museum architecture to heritage conservation, Dad poured his heart and soul into every project he touched. His portfolio stands as a testament to his dedication and his vision for a better, more beautiful world.

But Dad's impact extended far beyond his architectural achievements. He was a committed educator, sharing his knowledge and wisdom with students across Africa. He was a mentor, a friend, and a guiding light for countless aspiring architects.

Among his many accolades, Dad was honored with the SAPSA Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Architecture in 2016, a recognition of his unwavering commitment to excellence and his profound impact on our profession. His pursuit of knowledge was relentless, as evidenced by his completion of Harvard Law School's Program on Negotiation and Leadership in 2019, this among many other academic qualifications.

Phill Mashabane was not just a pillar of the architectural community; he was also deeply involved in various cultural and educational initiatives. His contributions to projects like the South African Apartheid Museum, Hector Pieterson Museum, and Mandela House speak volumes about his dedication to preserving our heritage and educating future generations.

As we mourn the loss of our beloved dad, we remember him as a principled, consistent and loving father who applied the same yearning for excellence and precision in his work to raising and protecting his children. We take solace in the knowledge that his legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched and the structures he created. His vision, his passion, and his unwavering commitment to excellence will continue to inspire us all as we take on his baton of building communities and preserving cultural heritage through his work.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all his family, friends, colleagues, and the global architectural community during this difficult time.

Memorial Service details will be shared in due course.

To offer support to the family, please contact Thembeka Mashabane at mashabanet@gmail.com or +27 69 961 9449.

Obituary:

23 April 2024, The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP), its staff and stakeholders are deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Phill Mashabane. Mr. Mashabane was registered with SACAP on 17 May 1996 as a Professional Architect. Additionally, On 1 November 2009, Mr. Mashabane was appointed by the Minister of Public Works as the 3rd term Council member for SACAP. Due to his leadership attributes, the 3rd term Council members elected him as the President of the Council. During his term as President of the 3rd term Council, he brought a wealth of experience that enabled SACAP to develop strategies to regulate the profession.

Mr. Mashabane served the 3rd term Council with exceptional leadership and steadfast commitment until the term of the Council ended in 2014. As a sign of trust, the Minister of Public Works reappointed him on the 4th term Council. However, he could not serve as a 4th term Council. Mr. Mashabane's visionary contributions have left an indelible mark on SACAP and the entire architectural profession.

Over and above his role in the regulation of the architectural profession, Mr. Mashabane served as an external examiner in a number of tertiary institutions in South Africa and the African continent. He covered many areas of practice including Professional Practice. Due to his vast contribution to the built environment, he was invited to form part of; Heritage and Conservation Tribunals; Architecture Dispute Resolution Tribunals; and Jury Member in various Architecture Competitions. Additionally, he was nominated and appointed to serve as an Ambassador for the Africa Architecture Awards.

Due to his passion and commitment to the built environment, Mr. Mashabane was part of many professional memberships and affiliations. He was a member of the South African Institute of Architects; South African Institute of Arbitrators; University of Witwatersrand School of Architecture and Planning; Industry Advisory Board; South African Journal of Art History editorial committee, Board Director of The Apartheid Museum; and Chairperson and member of Gauteng Province MEC's Independent Tribunal for appeals.

Mr. Mashabane will also be remembered as a skilled Facilitator, Negotiator and Commercial & Construction Arbitrator. In 2016, Mr. Mashabane was recognized for the contribution he made to the South African Professional Services Industry and was the recipient of a Lifetime Achievement award for excellence in the field of Architecture.

Due to his expertise as a professional architect, in 1995 Mr. Mashabane co-founded Mashabane Rose Associates, a dynamic South African architectural and design studio practice. With over 30 years in the industry and many awards under his belt, Mr. Mashabane acquired expertise in the fields of Master planning; Urban Design and Development Planning; Architecture; Museum design; Storyline Development and Exhibit Design; Interior Architecture; and Heritage and Conservation.

Mr. Mashabane also contributed to a broad variety of prestigious projects over thirty-years of his career. He managed projects in the Residential, Commercial, Retail, Mining, Medical, Public Buildings, and Education sectors throughout South Africa and Africa.

"The SACAP is proud to have been associated with Mr. Mashabane as a registered Professional Architect and President of the 3rd term Council. In both roles, he excelled, and his knowledge and vision were invaluable in the architectural profession during his tenure. Mr. Mashabane's legacy will live on as a professional architect and Cultural Heritage Specialist. SACAP hopes that his vision, ideas and knowledge will continue to influence current and young architectural professionals, said the SACAP's President", Mr Charles Nduku.

We join in with the family, friends, colleagues, and the build [sic] environment profession in mourning his passing and celebrating the life of an exceptional architectural professional and the former SACAP President.'' The highest tribute to his death is not grief but gratitude. "We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues and all those whose lives were touched by Mr. Mashabane. May his legacy continue to inspire us all.

Submitted by William MARTINSON.

Entries in books by MASHABANE

Mashabane, Phill . 6.6 Symbolic Heirarchies : Spatial Representations in African Architecture. In Theorising Architecture in Sub-Saharan Africa : Perspectives, Questions, and Concepts. 2021. DOM publishers