In this piece, journalist Lucille Davie evaluates Johannesburg’s development by contrasting her 2015 Saturday Star column with an update from 2026. The original article captures an era of civic optimism and emerging creative districts. A decade later, the trajectory has shifted significantly.
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It is appropriate to begin with a declaration of interest: I contributed a chapter on Prynnsberg and supported the publication of this book. That proximity, however, also allows for a fuller appreciation of both its achievements and its limitations.
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This two storey structure began as a cabinet maker’s workshop and furniture store built in 1928, the year Johannesburg gained city status. It operated as part of the furniture making industry – a precursor to textile and upholstery businesses which were aligned to the fabric industry and clothing factories.