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.
We built our own house about 5 years ago but never finished the entrance/upstairs living area in terms of design and finishes. It has basically remained an open unfinished space since we moved in. We are now at the point whereby we would like to make use of the area but due to shape/size we are at a bit of a loss at how best to utilize the space. Hence the reason I am contacting you. Ideally I would like somebody to come in and construct some suggestions for review before proceeding to complete finish of project ranging from painting and wallpapering to installation of furnishings such as rugs, sofas, plants etc.
We have recently moved into a modern apartment. Not all of previous furniture,works for the space aesthetically. Kitchen and living room are open plan so a flow and colours that work together would be great. Help required to put together looks and style the kitchen, living room and master bedroom.
I am designing an old existing house removing some walls and adding some. Creating an open plan from the kitchen, dinning and lounge. There was an existing 3rd bedroom that was opened up by the previous owner and I'm closing this up again into a 3rd bedroom and adding a full bathroom as en-suit. I need a quote urgently
Hi, I was advised by the council to contact a architect regarding internal alterations in my apartment. I have added a entryway (load bearing wall) to a room which I would like to convert to a lounge, close off my passage way and add a shower, basin and toilet to my lounge area. I need assistance in submitting these plans. Please advise cost etc.
We have a 7 Year Old Double Story Home on a Farming Estate. We have over the past 5 years bought and replaced some furniture in and around our home, however, are really needing the assistance of a professional to give us some sketches and interior design ideas on the layout of rooms, how to utilize certain spaces as well as assistance with ideas for paint and furnishings to give the house a makeover.
I need assistance with tying together a small living room and dining room space so that it flows into each other. Already chose couches but the colours may pose a challenge because of the kitchen design I do have pieces I'd like so would also appreciate input on incorporating them. Please feel free to contact me for more info.
I am trying to design an elite salon with 4 areas all in one space. I want there to be a nail techs area, a reception with an amazing waiting area, the salon space for hair with wash bars etc and finally, a staff area. Please send me your rates on Whtsapp and then we will take it from there. Thank you
I have just moved into a beautiful 4 bedroom house in Fourways. I had a lady come in to do the vastu on my place. She has given me a list of what I need to do to create good energy in the home ie where things need to be placed etc.i would ideally like assistance with my living room, dinning room, kitchen, entrance hall and main bedroom. I need help with the correct furniture to buy, placement of furniture colors etc.
Good day, I am looking for someone to do 2D floor plan for the bar I am going to be opening. Site measure up, council information, precedent images, design, plans, sections, elevations, door schedules, window schedules, electrical layouts, drainage layouts. The attached is the current layout of the space. Floor space is square metres.
I am a medical doctor and I want to start a private practice. I found a place to rent which is only 1 room, it is 21 square meters in size. it has its own sink and toilet. what I want is for the room to be divided into 2, so that we can have one office and a small reception area for the secretary. I would also like the furniture like the reception desk and a bit of decor in the reception area. then in my office, I would like the table, chair and cupboards for item storage. outside the rental space, I would like a patio, with artificial grass on the floor. the patio will cover an area of about 20 square meters. It will have a glass enclosure with curtains. the patio area will be used as a waiting area for my clients.