Exert Published by: South African Home Owner | July 2020
Meet the masterminds of architecture who make dream homes become a reality.
Back row standing (from left): Pieter Steyn from Blunt Architects, Qefate Lerotholi from Think Design Studio, Johann le Roux from ARTÉ, Tatum Russo from Gottsmann Architects, Mutombo Kitenge from Top Centre Properties Group, Buhle Mathole from Kabu Design Architects and Nick Napier from Hood Napier Architects. Front row seated (from left): Wouter Erasmus from ARTÉ, Suzette Hammer from SBE Architects, Tshepo Khambule from Metako Projex and Lara Hood from Hood Napier Architects
Think Design Studio
A creative design studio that aspires to create what will inspire.
Think Design Studio features a team of experienced creatives whose skill sets set them apart from the rest, embodying great knowledge in architecture, design, graphics and urban planning.
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What are the most important pieces of information a client can offer in their brief?
The more the merrier; the scope, objectives and goals of the project, budget and schedule, preferred style and any “dislikes” to be aware of beforehand.
How many years have you been in the industry?
I have been exposed to the industry for about 14 years. School and the various firms I have worked for have contributed immense and valuable tools into what I call my “adaptive design philosophy” – I always try to adapt to new trends, while keeping to the valuable principles encrypted in the history of architecture.
What do you feel are the most important design elements every home should have?
A home must always feel like a place where the mind feels at harmony with nature, and this can be achieved by clever design. For me, an ideal home should consider these among many other elements: light, thermal comfort, foliage, views, functionality, airiness, detail and sustainable (and green) design solutions.
As far as the budget for a home build is concerned, where and when should homeowners plan on spending the most and where can they save?
Generally speaking, one would say internal finishes are the costliest parts of a home build. But a well-designed and detailed exterior can be as pricey. The idea of separating the two for me falls apart. In saying that, savings can also be achieved in both.
Contact: 062 342 8913, create@thinkdesignstudio.co.za, www.thinkdesignstudio.co.za
