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About: The Design Initiative is an architectural firm based in Forest Town, Johannesburg. We offer a wide range of services including new building design, extension and remodel drawings, interior design, and other architectural services. We are proud to serve all of South Africa and strive to provide the best possible service to our clients.
Kitchen renovation and remodel - currently old design and want to modernise it. Wall needs to be broken down in lounge. I want an open plan kitchen with the lounge. Need to replace the ceiling as well
Need to build a servants quarters - 1 bedroom with small bathroom
renovation of 20 classes structural engineering of 5 classes Require barrior wall for the balcony Need an inspection first Need this ASAP!
Its a community development centre. it should have: office block (4 offices ,2 boardrooms,reception area,foyer) 4 training rooms(computer,plumbing,call centre,business training) community facilities (Conference room and hall,toilets,kitchen.) Plot size . sqm
I bought a four bedroom house with 1 and a half bathroom, open plan dining and sitting room need your advice and design
Sea view house 4 bedrooms 1 dining room, 2/ bathrooms (only showers) Kitchen
interior design for very large lounge wants to combine it /dining room, entertainment/tv room, I have a large space and would like some assistance in choosing the right furniture etc to fit the space and not overcrowd.
Pint size river development in a remote area, Northern Cape. I have 3 shipping containers I intend on converting into cosy covered shelter and Office premises. The area is situated alongside a river bank and has a mild upward inclination The theme of the place is envisaged to have indigenous aesthetics ( stone and timber) and Mud Huts with thatching The purpose of the development is to provide Conference facilities, storage space, Tourism Center he likes
1 bedroom townhouse, open kitchen & lounge
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Guest Toilet, Open plan living area, Build in Braai, Stoep, Double Garage