From airport scenes to office scenes, the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) has been the location for some impressive film and commercial shoots. And, with its expansion project well underway, we take a look at the new venue spaces being added to this iconic venue.
The CTICC’s 31 148m2 expansion project, CTICC East, is taking shape east of the current building. A fusion of stone, steel and glass, the centre will offer event organisers with additional venues to grow their events and more location options for film and production scouts.
A dramatic scene
The most striking feature of CTICC East, when standing in the luxurious reception foyer, is its impressive 28m floor to ceiling height. Unlike the current building, CTICC East is built across six floors and will have four levels above ground and two subterranean levels. The slick procession of escalators from ground level to the roof terrace will definitely spark interest amongst scouts looking to build dramatic airport or futuristic-looking spaces.
Large multipurpose halls (approximately 10 000m2 of space in total) will span across two floors with three halls per floor, offering amazing spaces to setup a dream scene.
Going up, the first mezzanine level will house meeting rooms and meeting suites; the second floor will have further meeting rooms and the second mezzanine level will house two terrace rooms. The centre will also have a 500m2 open-air rooftop garden offering grand views of the harbour and city, and a great location for a wrap party.
On the ground level a coffee shop will open up onto the pedestrian thoroughfare enlivening the city’s Foreshore area. And the two subterranean levels will house parking bays, kitchens and service areas.
A stellar cast
Versatility and convenience are reasons why the CTICC is a popular film and photography location. The venue not only provides excellent indoor production locations and facilities but capable, solutions-driven staff also aim to ensure that production companies maximise their budget. Modern technologies and world-class services accommodate successful and hassle free film shoots of just about any kind.
The CTICC’s film shoot services include but are not limited to:
- Catering for crew
- Lifting equipment – cherry pickers/scissor lifts
- Access to a maintenance technician
- Security
- Power supply
- A dedicated, onsite event services manager for the duration of your shoot
- Parking facilities
- A base camp (when available)
For 13 years, the Cape Town International Convention Centre has made a significant contribution to Cape Town’s reputation as a global event destination. CTICC East represents an exciting sequel of this influence.
For more information, visit www.cticc.co.za or contact sales@cticc.co.za
