Architects

Building your own house in South Africa is an exciting prospect, but it can also be a challenge. Learn about the factors that affect the overall cost of building your home, and what the actual prices are in different provinces.

Investing in a quality house plan will help you manage your building project efficiently. That’s why we’ve put together a cost guide to help you navigate the process.

Building a house in South Africa? Our ultimate 2025 guide covers costs, land, plans & builders. Follow our step-by-step process to build your dream home.

The short answer is that it is cheaper to buy an existing house in South Africa but every year less so.

What are some of the best n mobile apps for drawing up a house plan or designing a home?

The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) publishes "standard rates" based on a price per square meter when using a building cost of R12 500 per m².

Let's go over the timeline for the construction of a new family home.

The following cost guide shows how much an interior designer will likely cost you in South Africa.

Top 7 interior design trends for 2023 provides stunning ideas for a home.

In South Africa, building applications for the construction of property and land use are highly regulated.

The short answer is yes. Let's explore why.

This four-step process should help you find the right architect for the job of drawing house plans.

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.

What kind of forms and documents do you need for the building plans submission and how much will they cost.

What you have to do to get the permit and where to start.