Big Beach Party – Free State Institute of Architects Style

FSIA’s Christelle van Rooyen reports that the FSIA BBP was quite a party! The evening started off with drinks, snacks and loud music, whilst “dolphins” floated around the swimming pool 🙂 Small talk was made and the more adventurous tried their hand at volleyball. The party was later moved inside where guests were welcomed by […]

UIA 2014 Durban – CALL FOR PARALLEL PROJECTS – DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 14 MARCH

The intention of the Parallel Project Programme is to expand the scope of the UIA 2014 Congress and use the event as a platform for furthering conversations around the Congress themes and pertinent built environment issues.  It also provides an opportunity to showcase South African and specifically Durban talent to an international audience, through events, […]

The UIA announces the launch of an international call for ideas

The UIA announces the launch of an international call for ideas, open to architects all over the world for the occasion of the UIA Congress in Durban (3-6 August 2014). Objective The objective is to collect simple and unpublished ideas, dreams and utopias, located “elsewhere” and conceived “otherwise,” which can foster happiness between citizens. The […]

SACAP New Registrar

South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) has appointed the new Registrar/CEO, Mrs Marella Manuella O’Reilly. She commenced with her duties on the 10thMarch 2014. She can be contacted as follows: Tel: 011 479 5000 Fax: 011 479 5100 Cel: 082 569 6955 Email: marella.o’reilly@sacapsa.com

Applications to Amafa

During the 2013 financial year Amafa used the sahris online system for applications.  This system proved to be very unwieldy to operate, both for applicants and Amafa staff.  Processing timeframes were lengthened and there were numerous times when the system did not operate at full capacity.  These problems have been exacerbated in the past two […]

HEALTHCARE OTHERWHERE Competition Deadline Extended

Important Announcement HEALTHCARE OTHERWHERE International Student Competition Registration deadline extended to 17th of April 2014 Do not miss the opportunity to participate in this exciting competition and to win a prize to attend the UIA 2014 Congress in Durban Exciting new announcement! ADDITIONAL National Prise for South Arfican entrants Register HERE Download the Brief HERE