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various ethnic groups in a republic that was once characterised by the strict division of white and black under the apartheid regime.

The colours must not be taken literally to represent particular ethnic or cultural groups but to bring an understanding that although people might seem different, there is a thin line in the colour spectrum as light is refracted and reflected through water. South Africans can co-exist (without dominating each other) for the good of the nation.

Light and water are part of the original imagery of the monument. In this consideration, both are altered in both application and interpretation to be contemporary and relevant to the current socio-political climate of the nation.

Altering the tile layout or pattern of the Hall of Heroes diffuses the perception of dominance, which is contrary to the doctrine of reconciliation. Everyone is as equal as light is in water.

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Figure 3.46: One walkway with trees on both sides

4.2.3 Review of policies of architectural decolonisation

Figure 3.44: Main walkway with trees and grass

Figure 3.45: Elevation with trees and grass

Figure 3.43: Square with meandering pathways

Figure 3.42: Square with a water garden

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