Sustainable architecture · Est. 30 years
Buildings as a legacy for the generations that follow.
Bespoke, environmentally responsive homes across Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard, designed at the meeting point of creativity and science, and delivered to the highest achievable standard.
30
Years in practice
2012
Atlantic Seaboard focus
JBCC
Principal Agent
SANS
Energy-compliant builds
Why work with me
Three reasons clients trust the whole build to one architect.
01
One point of accountability
As Principal Agent under the JBCC contract, I run the project end to end, so responsibility for cost, quality and compliance never falls between consultants.
02
Sustainability by design
Passive-first design, sound construction techniques and the right technology reduce your carbon footprint, and your monthly running costs, for the life of the building.
03
Three decades of judgement
Thirty years across climates, regions and building types means fewer surprises on site and calm, practical resolution when complexity arises.
What I do
Comprehensive, bespoke architectural services.
From first sketch to final inspection, for residential clients, developers and organisations across South Africa.
01
Architecture
Full architectural services from concept design through to detailed documentation for council approval, tendering and construction, with JBCC administration throughout.
02
Project Management
Tender management, contractor appointments, on-site oversight, technical problem-solving and quality control through to final inspection.
03
Technical Consulting
Diagnosis and resolution of construction and design failures, leaks, damp and defective detailing, with documentation and oversight of remedial work.
04
Sustainable Solutions
Advice on sustainable techniques and coordination with service consultants to optimise electrical, mechanical and water systems for lower lifetime cost.
Selected work
A concrete record of ideas realised.
Seaward House
New build · Bantry Bay. A four-bedroom residence oriented to sea views and southern light, built to SANS energy standards.
Terrace Renewal
Alteration · Fresnaye. Full interior reconfiguration and a new double-volume living wing.
Slope House
New build · Camps Bay. A stepped design that works with the gradient rather than against it.
In their words
Clients on the experience of building with Brian.
“Brian ran the entire build calmly and precisely. Every decision was explained, and the standard on site never slipped.”
Private residence · Fresnaye
“The house is beautiful and it barely costs anything to run. That balance is exactly what we were promised.”
New build · Camps Bay
“He diagnosed a damp problem three others had missed, then oversaw the fix from start to finish. Rare to find.”
Technical consult · Sea Point
Since 1994 · Practising project architect
About Brian
Creativity and science, held in the same hand.
I have always seen buildings as more than structures, they are a concrete legacy for the generations that succeed us. Across thirty years I have applied that mindset to a broad range of buildings, in varying climates and regions across South Africa.
Today I specialise in sustainable architecture: construction techniques and appropriate technology that bring my clients’ visions to life in harmony with the surrounding environment.
Let’s begin
Tell me about the home you want to build.
Whether it is a new residence, a major alteration or a technical problem that needs solving, the first conversation is the best place to start.