Seventy years after starting its life as Johannesburg’s first coal-fired power station, the forum | turbine hall provides a new source of energy, after more than two years in the remaking, Johannesburg now boasts an iconic venue in its arts and cultural heart of Newtown. With its landmark cultural attractions, unique character and trendy arts facilities, Newtown, just like Turbine Hall, is an exciting collision of old and new

Turbine Hall is home to Johannesburg’s first coal-fired power station and is firmly rooted in the skyline of Johannesburg. The forum company has taken a lease and transformed Turbine Hall into a top class, extraordinary conference and events venue, the forum | turbine hall. Those who’ve experienced the forum | the campus can expect the same premium 5-star quality featuring state-of-the-art technology, exquisite historical South African art and architecture, as well as exceptional food and décor, delivered with genuine style. It is quite simply an architectural masterpiece with an aspirational essence that represents an iconic style and sets South Africa as world-class.

The redevelopment of Newtown has been identified as a key focus area for Johannesburg city’ s government, Newtown is being developed into a vibrant, mixed-use area with a unique character based on existing cultural facilities. It is home to most of Johannesburg’s arts and cultural key attractions and landmarks. the forum | turbine hall reflects the character of the area, interpreted to meet the standards of the forum.