Cape Town (South Africa): A hotel and contemporary African art gallery in a grain silo

Heritage is a complex concept that defines the identity of a port city. More than preserving the existing heritage, it is important to develop it and create new ways for the city and port to coexist. An interesting idea is to reuse this heritage. Comparing renovation costs with the cost of building something new may help in deciding which option is better. However, reusing existing heritage requires an intricate calculation, and we should consider enhancing the port city’s attractiveness, identity, and compatibility with port activities. The city of Cape Town showcases how to do this by transforming an old silo into a hotel and art museum.