Our services
Architectural thinking, from concept to detail.
We provide architectural design services shaped around the requirements of each project, from early ideas and site considerations to developed design and project documentation.
CORE Architects provides architectural design, residential, commercial and interior architecture, renovation and project coordination for clients across the Western Cape.
Concept / Design / Detail
01 / Services
What we offer.
Each service can be appointed on its own or combined, depending on what your project needs. The exact scope is always agreed in writing.
01
Architectural Design
We develop architectural concepts and design solutions that respond to the brief, site conditions and intended use of the space.
Suited to anyone with a site, a brief or an idea that needs an architectural response.
02
Residential Architecture
Thoughtful residential design that considers how people live, how spaces connect and how the building responds to its surroundings.
Suited to homeowners planning a new house or a new residential building.
03
Commercial Architecture
Functional and considered environments designed around business needs, users, operations and the character of the site.
Suited to businesses and organisations planning new premises or rethinking existing ones.
04
Interior Architecture
Interior spaces shaped through layout, material selection, light, proportion and the relationship between interior and architecture.
Suited to clients who want interior spaces planned as carefully as the building around them.
05
Renovation and Alteration
Reworking existing spaces to improve function, flow and usability while responding to the character and constraints of the existing building.
Suited to owners of existing buildings who want to extend, reconfigure or improve how they work.
06
Project Coordination
Coordination with relevant project professionals and consultants where included in the agreed project scope.
Suited to projects involving several consultants, where coordination forms part of our appointment.
02 / Process
How a project progresses.
Most projects move through the stages below. The exact scope and deliverables depend on each project and are confirmed in a written appointment before work begins.
01
Initial discussion and brief
We talk through what you want to achieve, your site and your priorities, and agree a written brief.
02
Site and project assessment
We review the site, any existing buildings and the main constraints and opportunities.
03
Concept design
We explore design options and develop a preferred direction with you.
04
Design development
The chosen concept is refined in more detail, with input from consultants where required.
05
Documentation and coordination
We prepare the drawings and information needed for the agreed stages, such as submissions for approval or pricing.
06
Further project stages (where offered)
Any involvement beyond documentation is defined in our appointment and agreed in writing.
03 / Getting started
Where to start.
You do not need to know which service you need before you get in touch. These are simple starting points.
Unsure what is required
Use the general project enquiry form and we will help you work out the next step.
Prefer to talk first?
Book a free one-hour consultation at our studio or by video call.
04 / Questions
Frequently asked questions.
What does an architecture firm do?
An architecture firm develops design concepts and architectural documentation for buildings and spaces, while coordinating relevant aspects of the design and project process.
What types of projects does CORE Architects work on?
CORE Architects works on new homes, commercial premises, interior architecture and the renovation and alteration of existing buildings across the Western Cape.
When should I contact an architect?
It is generally useful to speak with an architect early, particularly when assessing a site, defining a brief, planning a new building or considering significant alterations.
How does an architecture project begin?
The process usually begins with a conversation about the project, site, requirements, budget considerations and desired outcome.
How can I start a project with CORE Architects?
You can send a project enquiry through our contact page, book a consultation online, or contact the studio directly on +27 26 260 2730 or [email protected].
Not sure where your project fits?
Tell us what you have in mind. We can discuss your requirements and the appropriate next steps.