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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 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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Architectural design for a braai room and stoep
Add a braai room and a stoep
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Extension of front room and extension of main bedroom with another room, garage extension
Architectural design for three 150 m² duplex homes
We have a plot of approx m2 and want to build three similar duplex homes of around m2 each on the plot. Three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, open plan kitchen, lounge, dining room, braai room and double garage. I would like a ballpark quote from an architect to design the homes and submit plans.
Architectural design for a small extension
I would say it is very narrow and small piece of land in front of an existing property.
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I need new plans drawn up, the buyer requires plans on the main house I have 19 different units. My house is next door and I added a bathroom to it.
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Remodel house into student accommodation
The property is in Mbekweni township (Boland Western Cape-Paarl). I need to remodel the home (main house with two beds, one bath into a student accomodation that will be approved by NASFAS. I want to convert it into 3 beds, two baths (shower), and to add three self sufficient units at the back from scratch.