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Frequently asked questions
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At what point in my project should I involve an architect?
You should contact an architect as soon as you decide on a project. An architect will present you with additional options, will help you to finalize the details and place your project into the chosen environment.
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What do I need before I start building a house?
Before starting to build a house, you must have: a site plan, layout drawings, a fire installation drawing, drainage installation drawings, particulars of any existing building or structure that is going to be demolished (and you need to state how it will be demolished), and any other plans and particulars that your local authority requires.
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What services does an architect offer?
An architect will either do plans only, or plans with project management. This means he will stay with you and help you throughout the building process.
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Do I need an architect if I want to build a house in South Africa?
A professional that is registered with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession must submit the building plans before extending, renovating or building a home.
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Recent jobs for Architects, Cape Town
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We are currently launching a project that aims to deliver WASH facilities to the homeless population of Cape Town. We will base our three facility designs (a trailer, a bus-type mobile, and a stationary facility) on LavaMae's designs - https://www.architectmagazine.com/project-gallery/lava-mae_o Scope of requirements: We are looking for technical designs for 3 options for a WASH Facility: Retrofitted Bus Trailer Static Building design Technical Drawings Min requirements for these facilities would be 2 toilets & 2 showers, we can expand from there as applicable and add in other elements, for example, we got quite a lot of feedback about the needs for Laundry/Dryer services (The homeless have nowhere safe to let their clothes dry when they hand wash them). *NB It important that all of the spaces are calm, safe and welcoming Tech specs for Showers from Lava Mae. we of course need to make sure that the design is applicable to SA context and situation Looking forward to receiving your quote. Kind regards, Carla
New building
new house. modern. view over the sea optimally utilised. Plot has a slight slope- use it to advantage for double garage. Double storey house. open plan kitchen....opening up towards swimming pool and entertainment area. 6 rooms acessible from outside as well. balconies + lot of modern windows. I have a laymans drawing. Plot registered in my name...5 Felicia Rd, Mountainside
Extension or Remodel
I am doing internal renovations and 1 of the changes need council approval as per body corporate. Already started with the project. I initially assume we only need an engineer report to approve the relocation of the bathroom door which have. Body corporate still insist on council approval. Will attach a drawing that’s explains everything.
Extension or Remodel
A braai room at the side of an existing house with french doors to garden. Entrance door from kitchen and sliding doors of the bedroom. Flat roof with extension to create cover between braai room wall and house wall. Windows on the side of house cant are built over. Size approx 8m x 4m. Moving into house mid-Feb.
Interior design
Good Day - I am looking to do some internal changes in the house. I would like to open up the inside walls between the family room, dining room and kitchen. We need to understand which walls can be removed and which can't. From the plans we are not able to identify - therefore I am requesting quotes to see what new plans (if needed) would cost and how best to tackle this project. Thanks
Extension or Remodel
I'm considering the possibility of adding a 2nd story to my house. Would like a similar layout to the ground floor with the exception of a kitchen on the top floor and using that extra space for a outside balcony section. House 60sqm and would want the top floor to consist of 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, with a open space for and entertainment area and balcony area. I attached the original plans for the house.
Interior design
Hi I require space planning and design ideas to make my new home functional and beautiful and to really make the best of the space. We are a family of 6 and both hubby and I work from home. We have a toddler and 3 older kids so really wonna give careful thought to how we using each room. Our budget is about 70k.
Interior design
I am planning on moving my little aesthetic spa to kloof street. I have a store layout, and a few ideas of what my look and feel should look like. I am just having trouble decorating the rooms, feature walls, walls etc. I need someone that is good with using artificial flowers and leaves and creating a soothing atmosphere
New building
Cleverly designed retirement home with 2 floors and a view deck to maximize views of sea and mountain in Betty's Bay. Double garage with laundry and enclosed courtyard. Bedrooms on ground floor and dining and entertainment on 1st floor. 2 x full bedrooms, main ensuite 2 bathrooms and guest toilet upstairs. Want to walk through plans in virtual reality to endure best placing of scullery, home office, kitchen, fireplace and laundry
Extension or Remodel
Good day, we have a current house that we would like to extend/renovate and also add a little cottage to the property. We have something in mind but would like to get a professional opinion as to whether it is possible or a better design plan of what would be possible as well as keeping cost to a minimum taking the area onto consideration. Regards, nicky