WHY BA ARCHITECTS | ARGITEKTE

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We are Award winning architecture firm specializing in bespoke lifestyle projects

 

Building a home can be challenging. You want an architect you can trust, and whose work speaks for itself.

BA has been designing stunning, environmentally responsible, highly functioning luxury homes for almost a decade.

Our properties have won numerous architectural honors including highly coveted International Property Awards, which are among the world’s most prestigious design competitions.

 

We have a vast knowledge of South Africa's natural conditions, terrain, construction systems, standards, and materials, acquired over years of experience in complex and varied projects.

 

Fluent in English and Afrikaans, we’ll work closely with you to ensure you get an exceptional home that exceeds your expectations. Our use of technology, such as 3-D modeling software and cutting edge project management tools, allows you to be involved in every aspect of the home’s design.

 

If you’re considering a custom-built home or if you are looking for expert design services for a sustainable, modern, tropical, luxury home anywhere in South Africa, speak to us.

 

Let us explain the process and answer your questions. We look forward to welcoming you.

 

ECO – FRIENDLY HOMES

 

Most of the homes BA Architects build are in South Africa, however we have completed works in Australia and USA.

Proper design is essential to reduce energy consumption in buildings. The firm prides itself on building environmentally responsible projects, paying careful attention to ecological features.

 

It uses its 3-D software to generate accurate energy consumption reports in the pre-construction phase. “Over 70% of the energy expense of a large home is driven by the architectural design,”

 

“The home’s solar orientation, shading, size and location of windows, and specification of materials that keep the heat out are all design elements we optimize to reduce future energy costs and a home’s carbon footprint. We believe having the technology to measure a design’s efficiency before construction begins is essential to eco-friendly design.”

 

BETTER TECHNOLOGY = BETTER CONSTRUCTION

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The level of detail in 3-D modeling allows construction of the home to proceed more smoothly. No features are left open to interpretation by the builder. Any design issues are resolved before the shovel meets the dirt. Builders are able to provide more accurate estimates because they can now understand and visualize every detail.

 

Barnard & Associates – Architects | Argitekte also uses leading edge project management technology. As a property’s features are refined and design decisions made – whether by the client, the architect, the interior designer or builder – the details are added to the model.

 

Everyone working on the project sees the updates. And the client can track exactly what progress is made, providing input as needed.

 

“The project management software we use is a great efficiency gain,”

 

“It facilitates communication between everyone on the team and helps us avoid any misunderstandings. As a result, the building process is faster, more efficient and a lot less stressful for everyone involved.”

 

3D MODELING | BIM [BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING] A GAME CHANGER

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Soon BA Architects | Argitekte realized 3D modeling not only allowed them to better develop and perfect their designs; it also helped their clients to visualize their homes in a way they never could with CAD drawings and blueprints.

 

“Today BIM - 3D modeling is a huge part of what we do,”

 

“It’s how we present projects to clients. They can look at the designs on their home PC, tablet or Smartphone. The drawings and models are completely transparent and extremely detailed. They can see everything from the views out the windows to the texture of the tile in their shower.”