by Krystal Brassey | Sep 11, 2026 | Architecture
A visitor begins forming an impression of a business before speaking to anyone inside. They may notice the building from the road, search for parking, look for a company sign and work out which door they are supposed to use. By the time they reach reception, several...
by Krystal Brassey | Sep 10, 2026 | Architecture
Keeping a house comfortable during summer is easier when heat is prevented from entering in the first place. Once rooms, walls, floors and furniture have absorbed heat throughout the day, cooling them becomes much harder. Air conditioning can lower indoor...
by Krystal Brassey | Sep 10, 2026 | Architecture
An entertaining area can look impressive in photographs and still be uncomfortable for much of the year. A completely exposed patio may work beautifully on a mild summer evening but become unpleasant when the wind picks up. An enclosed braai room can feel inviting in...
by Krystal Brassey | Sep 9, 2026 | Architecture
Finishing construction does not automatically mean a new building is ready for occupation. For many South African building projects, an important administrative step remains: obtaining the certificate of occupancy from the relevant local authority. Under Section 14 of...
by Krystal Brassey | Sep 9, 2026 | Architecture, Developments
Spring is often associated with better weather and the start of increased construction activity, but changing seasonal conditions can make early project planning more complicated than expected. A site that appeared stable during a dry period may behave differently...
