Company Profile

February 2011
18 Piet Cronje Street

Baillie Park
Potchefstroom
(+27) 741432 967
E-mail: info@thedezignstudio.co.za
Company Profile the Design Studio Architects and Interior Designers

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Table of Contents
FEBRUARY 2011 .................................................................................................................................................................. 1
ABOUT US ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3
STRATEGIC STATEMENTS .................................................................................................................................................... 4
PORTFOLIO A ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POTCHEFSTROOM SOUTH AFRICA(2004) ......................................................... 5
HOUSE FOURIE - ROOIPOORTJIE SOUTH AFRICA (1999) ..................................................................................................... 5
OWNER CV .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
CAREER BACKGROUND:............................................................................................................................................................. 6
PERSONAL DETAILS .................................................................................................................................................................. 7
EVALUATION ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
EDUCATION: ........................................................................................................................................................................... 8
PERSONAL PROFILE: ................................................................................................................................................................. 8
TECHNICAL SKILLS .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
PRESENTATION ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9
PORTFOLIO B .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
LOW COST STUDENT ACCOMMODATION POTCHEFSTROOM SOUTH AFRICA (2004) ..................................................... 10
OFFICE DEVELOPMENT POTCHEFSTROOM SOUTH AFRICA (2000) .................................................................................. 10
SOUTH AFRICAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION TRAINING CENTRE SOUTH AFRICA (2007) ....................................................... 11
REGISTRATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
SOUTH AFRICAN COUNCIL FOR THE ARCHITECTURAL PROFESSION (SACAP) ...................................................................................... 12
SOUTH AFRICAN INSTITUTE OF THE INTERIOR DESIGN PROFESSION .................................................................................................. 12
APM GROUP LTD. PROJECT MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................ 12
EDUCATION, TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES SECTOR EDUCATION & TRAINING AUTHORITY - REGISTERED ASSESSOR .................. 12
PORTFOLIO C .................................................................................................................................................................... 13
HOUSE VELDSMAN - HERMANUS SOUTH AFRICA (2005) .................................................................................................. 13
THE SQUARE POTCHEFSTROOM SOUTH AFRICA (2004) .................................................................................................. 13
EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POTCHEFSTROOM SOUTH AFRICA(2004) ....................................................... 14
COMMUNITY PROJECTS .................................................................................................................................................... 14
PORTFOLIO D .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
ROYAL BAFOKENG SPORT CITY RUSTENBURG (2009) ......................................................................................................... 15
PROJECT SUMMARY ......................................................................................................................................................... 18
PORTFOLIO E .................................................................................................................................................................... 23
BADHUIS MANOR .................................................................................................................................................................. 23
CONCLUSION .................................................................................................................................................................... 27

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About Us
The Design Studio was started in 2005 as a small firm specialising in architectural, as well as, interior
design.

Combining the two fields it successfully provided a complete service to its clients, not just creating the
structural architectural shell, but designing it with an understanding of the interior spaces, and what
possibilities could be created on the inside.

The head office of our company, situated in Potchefstroom, has been involved in projects not just
locally, but also abroad.

The company, headed by Mr Louis Boshoff who has more than fourteen years of exceptional
experience in the field of Architecture, Interior Design and Project Management.
Mr Boshoff has also lectured in the aforementioned at accredited institutions in South Africa and in
The Netherlands, and has received numerous awards for excellence.

The Design Studio portfolio ranges from Five Star Hotels, Commercial and Retail design, Sport and
Recreational facilities, Hospitals, Schools, Tertiary Institutions, Executive Offices and Up-market
Residential Developments. International projects, as completed in The Netherlands, range from a
Boutique Hotel, Executive Offices and Luxury Apartments.

Projects entail architectural, as well as interior design. A vast majority of the projects are done for
high profile clients, viz. SA Government, His Majesty Leruo Molotlegi, King of the Royal Bafokeng
Nation in South Africa, South Africa Football Association (SAFA), Local Provincial Government, North-
West Cricket Board, just to name a few.

The Design Studio strongly believes in playing an important part in creating a sustainable, economic
viable and environment friendly solution to the challenges facing our beautiful country.

The Design Studio has worked with international researchers from Brazil and Netherlands on
developing a prototype for sustainable low cost housing units for South Africa.

Mr. Boshoff was fortunate to be one of fifty South Africans, selected from 5000 applicants from all
over South Africa, to participate in the Bilateral Netherlands-South African Presidency Programme, an
initiative from the Deputy President of South Africa. He completed an intensive training programme in
Project Management and whilst doing this, he had the opportunity to work with top class individuals in
the field of technology in The Netherlands.

Mr. Boshoff was also privilege in being part of various projects for the Department of Public Works,
which range from schools, clinics and hospitals. He has a clear insight in the challenges facing the
Department of Public Works.

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His objective is to achieve ultimate professional excellence in the field of Architecture/Interior Design
through creative and result orientated approach, hard work, self-motivation, -determination and
teamwork.
The Design Studio has a proven track record of the following architectural skills:
Strong in managing all technical aspects of a project, from clients brief to Final Hand Over.
Ability to produce high standard drawings, design reviews and manage design as well as to
mentor staff.
Liaise effectively with consultants, sub-contractors and suppliers to bring the project together
on-time to the highest quality and on budget.
Good technical knowledge of FF&E items and manufacturing.
Detailed knowledge of suppliers, manufacturers and products available in the world
marketplace.
Ability to develop excellent interpersonal relationships with clients, design team, suppliers and
manufacturers.
Successful in delivering, managing FF&E selections and procurement on time and within
budget.
Computer literate in Windows based CAD system MicroGDS, full Microsoft Office Suite,
AutoCad and Revit.
Strategic Statements
Vision
The vision of the business can be summarized as:
Creating meaningful, sustainable, environmentally friendly spaces

Mission
The mission of the business can be summarized as:
To be leaders in the fields of Architecture and Interior Design.
To always provide a professional service.
To provide clients with choice according to their individual needs.

Values
The business is established on the following core values:
Honesty.
Transparency.
Professionalism.
High standard of ethics.
Confidentiality.


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Portfolio A
As mentioned previously, The Design Studio portfolio ranges from Five Star Hotels, Commercial and
Retail design, Sport and Recreational facilities, Hospitals, Schools, Tertiary Institutions, Executive
Offices and Up-market Residential Developments. International projects, as completed in The
Netherlands, range from a Boutique Hotel, Executive Offices and Luxury Apartments.
Below are some examples of previous work:
EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POTCHEFSTROOM South Africa(2004)
This exclusive residential development is
designed in a French provincial style, which
was requested by the developer. The
houses were specifically designed for each
individual home owner. The challenge was
therefore to comply with each of the
owners specific needs and still remain
within the developers requirements
regarding style, costs and time schedule.

HOUSE FOURIE - ROOIPOORTJIE South
Africa (1999)
This exclusive up-market residence was designed
and built for one of South Africas richest
business man, situated on wild animal estates
bordering the world renowned Vredefort Dome
Heritage Site. The materials used on this project
were from the highest quality and a lot of
attention was given to detail


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Owner CV
Career Background:

I have had the privilege to have been involved in a vast array of types of buildings during my career to
thus far.

I am passionate about buildings and the building environment.

I am of opinion that as a designer, I have a social responsibility towards not only the community, but
also to the environment. Thus, it is of utmost importance for me that my designs should be sensitive
to the environment as well as towards nature.

Practicing in South Africa has its own type of challenges, but, opportunities as well, and this differs in
some instances from the first world countries. The scope of work in SA is at times much smaller due to
the economical situation in our country as well as due to other factors.

However, a positive aspect of this is that I have allowed myself to also be just as creative even though
the client may have a very limited budget. Thus, it has often forced me to be just as creative and to
produce just as creative product(s) within the realms of such a limited budget.

Due to not being limited spatially, the buildings are usually not higher than three stories. Being
sensitive to the environment, it is also more practical in SA to use the contours of the landscape
instead of building sky-scrapers.

I have made certain specific decisions regarding my career and this included the following:

It is important for me to learn as much as possible from the industry. I decided when starting my
career that instead of starting at a big firm, I chose a smaller firm where my role included much more
responsibilities. I had the privilege of handling all the projects that I worked on from the clients brief,
to conceptual stage through to final delivery.

Learning is knowledge and I strive to be at the forefront of new design philosophies, new innovative
materials and new design methods. I therefore got involved in lecturing at a design institution. This
enabled me to be part of an environment of learning.

I had the opportunity to work on various community projects. Thus enabling me to educate people
regarding design and the importance thereof.

The exterior is just as important as the interior of a structure, and vice versa, and therefore it is
important for me to excel in both these fields.

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Environmentally friendly designs are an important part of my design processes and I strive to be part
of a new way of design thinking. I believe the building environment encompasses far more than just
the physical. Creating meaningful space is my design objective.

I reached a stage in my career that I believe I have the knowledge, confidence and creativity to be part
of larger scale projects.
Personal Details
Name : Louis Boshoff

Date of Birth : 12 April 1974

Nationality : South African

Current Country of Residence : South Africa / Dubai

Marital Status : Married

Dependents : Three
Evaluation
Mr Louis Boshoff has over fourteen years of exceptional experience in the field of Architecture,
Interior Design and Project Management. As well as having his own practice, Mr Boshoff has also
lectured in the aforementioned at accredited institutions in South Africa and in The Netherlands, and
has received numerous awards for excellence.

His portfolio ranges from Boutique Hotels, Commercial and Retail design, Sport and Recreational
facilities, Hospitals, Schools, Tertiary Institutions, Executive Offices and Up-market Residential
Developments. International projects, as done in The Netherlands, range from a Boutique Hotel,
Executive Offices and Luxury Apartments.

Projects entail architectural, as well as interior design. A vast majority of the projects are done for
high profile clients, viz. SA Government, His Majesty Leruo Molotlegi, King of the Royal Bafokeng
Nation in South Africa, South Africa Football Association (SAFA), Local Provincial Government, North-
West Cricket Board, just to name a few.

Mr Boshoff designed the first Government Green Building in South Africa and also worked with
international researchers from Brazil and Netherlands on developing a prototype for sustainable low
cost housing units for South Africa. An international internship was successfully completed in Project
Management (PRINCE 2) in the Netherlands.


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Education:
My educational highlights include:
University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa (Association to leading industry
institutes RIBA):
B.Arch Studorium (1993-1995)
Business Management and Entrepreneurship (1995)
B.Arch Honours (1996-1997)
Internship at Van Niekerk Boshoff & Partners (Potchefstroom - South Africa) (1998 2000)
South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)
Professional Practice Examination (2001)
APM Group Limited (Buckinghamshire, England)
Prince 2 Project Management (2008)
Education, Training & Development Practices Sector Education & Training Authority
Assessors Training Course (2008)

Personal Profile:
1. A highly qualified Architect, Interior Designer and Lecturer, who has been in the in this field for
twelve years, who is able to incorporate the aforementioned fields in his work so as to create a
satisfactory product.
2. A dependable and reliable individual who pays a lot of attention to personal standards and
attention to detail. Thus, ensuring a critical, logical approach of thinking.
3. Strong design ability with an intuitive, creative approach. Able to interpret and understand
clients brief and turn innovative, imaginative ideas into functional and creative design
solutions surpassing all expectations.
4. My objective is to achieve ultimate professional excellence in the field of Architecture/Interior
Design through creative and result orientated approach, hard work, self-motivation, -
determination and teamwork.
5. Creativity and precision can be seen throughout my work style and in conjunction with this, a
very dynamic approach is taken.
6. Committed to continuous learning. Maintaining high standards and development of skills, ideas
and industry understanding.

Technical Skills
1. Strong in managing all technical aspects of a project, from clients brief to Final Hand Over.
2. Ability to produce high standard drawings, design reviews and manage design as well as to
mentor staff.
3. Liaise effectively with consultants, sub-contractors and suppliers to bring the project together
on-time to the highest quality and on budget.
4. Good technical knowledge of FF&E items and manufacturing.

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5. Detailed knowledge of suppliers, manufacturers and products available in the world
marketplace.
6. Ability to develop excellent interpersonal relationships with clients, design team, suppliers and
manufacturers.
7. Successful in delivering, managing FF&E selections and procurement on time and within
budget.
8. Computer literate in Windows based CAD system MicroGDS, full Microsoft Office Suite,
AutoCad and Revit.
Presentation
1. Conceptualise Mood or Theme boards for Interior Concepts.
2. Develop Sketches, Key Master Planning and Perspectives for the Concept Design(s) using the
skills and experience developed as a designer.
3. Preparation of conceptual design and master planning for initial concept presentation.
4. Presenting to client(s), and if necessary, with the Design Director, for initial presentations and
subsequent Design Development presentations.
5. Working closely with the client and established Consultants in attending all meetings.
6. Manage the interior design team on project detailing, site management and co-ordination on-
site, as and when required.
7. Provide the design team and technical office with working designs; to provide CAD and Hand
drawn details, Perspectives and other renderings that will document the complete Project(s).


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Portfolio B
LOW COST STUDENT ACCOMMODATION POTCHEFSTROOM South Africa (2004)

This project is an example of creativity with a
very limited budget. The Client requested a
very simplistic design due to their financial
restraints. I could however produce a design
that was aesthetical pleasing and still within
budget. This project shows my ability to give
the client the best value for his/her money
without compromising too much on
aesthetical value. Financial management of
the clients resources was assessed and the
results were well received by the client.

OFFICE DEVELOPMENT
POTCHEFSTROOM South Africa (2000)
This Office park forms part of a community
project which was designed for financial
brokers from previously disadvantage
communities. A very limited budget was
available and the challenge for this was to
create an aesthetical design with very limited
resources.


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SOUTH AFRICAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION TRAINING CENTRE South Africa (2007)
This preliminary sketch plans for a 46 room boutique hotel as part of SAFA training centre, was
presented to members of FIFA. This design and drawings were generated in only 4 days, complete with
elevations and project reports. This project has shown that I can work under extreme pressure and
that I can produce a functional and aesthetical design in a very short period of time.


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Registrations
I am currently registered wit the following organizations:
South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)
(Registration number: 6402)
South African Institute of the Interior Design Profession
APM Group Ltd. Project Management
(Registration number : P2/NLPB064925)
Education, Training & Development Practices Sector Education & Training Authority -
Registered Assessor
(SOR number 191906)


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Portfolio C
HOUSE VELDSMAN - HERMANUS South Africa (2005)
This exclusive up-market residence is situated on a very prestigious site in Hermanus. The site is
very narrow which made the design very
challenging. The aim of the design was
to create as many visual connections
with the surroundings. The
challenge of this project was to comply
with all the strict regulations of the
local council as well as to satisfy the
clients needs.

THE SQUARE POTCHEFSTROOM South Africa (2004)
This retail development consisting of small to medium size retail spaces is based on the strip-mall
concept. The zoning of the site forced the design to be very linear. The developer further requested
that repetitive elements be used. To ensure that the design was not too monotonous, emphasis was
placed on form giving and colour scheme.

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EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT POTCHEFSTROOM South Africa(2004)
This exclusive residential development is designed in a French Provincial style, which was requested by
the developer. The houses were specifically designed for each individual home owner. The challenge
was therefore to comply with each of the owners specific needs and still remain within the developers
requirements regarding style, costs and time schedule.

Community Projects
We are constantly involved in various community projects. We understand the specific factors and
risks involved with these types of projects.

Mr. Boshoff was also privilaged in being part of various projects for the Department of Public Works,
which range from schools, clinics and hospitals.

He has a clear insight in the challanges facing the Department of Public Works.

His objective is to achieve ultimate professional excellence in the field of Architecture/Interior Design
through creative and result orientated approach, hard work, self-motivation, -determination and
teamwork.
Some of the projects we have been involved in includes:
1. Letshelemane Primary School Tsing - Ventersdorp
2. Are-Bokeng Primary School Kanana Orkney
3. Mathlaleng Secondary School Kanana Orkney
4. Wirand Rehabilitation Centre Potchefstroom
5. I was involved in various pro bono [projects in various townships, mostly focussing on housing,
clinics and churchest.
6. Involved to a minor degree with an HIV Clinic in Potchefstroom.

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Portfolio D
ROYAL BAFOKENG SPORT CITY Rustenburg (2009)
This design was based on the vision of His Majesty Leruo Molotlegi, King of the Royal Bafokeng Nation
in South Africa. He envisaged the development of this complex as a centre for the development of
soccer in South Africa.

This complex will also be utilized in hosting the England National Soccer Team and their supporters for
the 2010 Soccer World Cup. This complex consists of the following:

5 Star Hotel (64 rooms in Phase 1 plus an additional 64 rooms in Phase 2)
Development Academy
Club House
Medical Centre
High Performance Gymnasium
Indoor Soccer Facility
Coffee shop / Tea room
Change Rooms/ spectators area at sport fields
Bus shelter
Central Laundry
Grass soccer fields (x6)
Astro turf soccer fields (x2)
7-a-side Astro soccer fields (x2)
Netball courts (x6)
Tennis courts (x2)
Rugby field
Beach soccer court
Natural reserve for game
Game lookout point


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Exterior Gymnasium & Medical Centre

Exterior Club House

Exterior Hotel

Exterior Detail


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Project Summary
Projects include:

2011
Riverhouse - Vaaloewer
House Terblanche- Potchefstroom
House Grobbelaar Potchefstroom
New Office Building for SIB Potchefstroom
Interior for Biovision Optometrist - Johannesburg

2010
Royal Bafokeng Five Star Guest House - Rustenburg
Royal Bagokeng Conference Centre - Rustenburg
Royal Bafokeng Indoor Sport Centre Rustenburg
Duet Auditorium Potchefstroom
Rutherford Town Houses Potchefstroom
House Du Plessis Potchefstroom
Willie Venter Townhouse Complex
House Van Breda Potchefstroom
House Botha Orkney
House Leach Potchefstroom
Einstein Electical Offices Potchefstroom
Lupine Housing Complex Potchefstroom

2009
New Engineering Faculty for North West University Potchefstroom Campus
South African Police Veterinary Complex
Royal Bafokeng Sport City 5 Star Hotel - Rustenburg
Royal Bafokeng Sport City Club House - Rustenburg
Royal Bagokeng Sport City Medical Centre and Gymnasium - Rustenburg
Purple Berry Guest House Potchefstroom
House Leach Potchefstroom

2008
High Performance Institute Sport Village Potchefstroom
House Froneman

2007
South African Football Federation (SAFA) Training Centre-Potchefstroom
House Saayman Johannesburg
House Bond - Potchefstroom

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2006
Vaal Manor Parys, Free State
Wellness Centre Potchefstroom
Landscape Design for House Bond - Potchefstroom
House Du Plessis Johannesburg
House McKaig Potchefstroom

2005
Guest House Clarens, Free State
Samuel Broadbent Centre for the Elderly Potchefstroom
Low-Cost Housing Ikageng, Sarafina & Bothaville
House Veldsman - Hermanus

Work History
Jan 2008 Apr 2008 Liag Architekten en Bouwadviseurs
The Hague (Netherlands)

Senior Design Architect / Interior Designer

Projects include:
Badhuis Exclusive 5 star Boutique Hotel The Hague
Badhuis Executive Office Suites The Hague
Badhuis Luxury Apartments The Hague
International Design Competition - Hardewijk School Hardewijk
Sustainable Environment Friendly Low Cost Housing Units for South Africa

Jun 2005 to Present Potchefstroom Academy / In-Deko Studio
Potchefstroom (South Africa)
Lecturer / Project Manager / Architect / Interior Designer

Projects include:
Potchefstroom Academy Master Planning - Potchefstroom
Tina Scholtz Health and Beauty Medi-Day Spa- Potchefstroom
Jolie Femme Holistic Training Facility and Beauty Salon Potchefstroom
South African Academy School for Hair and Skincare Technology - Potchefstroom
House Scholtz Potchefstroom
In-Deko Studio Potchefstroom
House Jansen Witbank
Hair Trends Unisex Hair Salon - Potchefstroom
Tina Scholtz Hair Salon - Potchefstroom
Nail Academy Potchefstroom Academy
Hair Academy Potchefstroom Academy

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School for Interior Design Potchefstroom Academy
School for Somatology Potchefstroom Academy
School for Health Therapy Potchefstroom Academy
Game Farm Lodge Vredefort Dome
Clinical Psychologist Consultation Rooms Potchefstroom
South African Police Safe House for Child Abuse Victims Potchefstroom
Exhibition Space for Aardklop National Arts Festival Potchefstroom
VIP Venue for Aardklop National Arts Festival Potchefstroom

Since June 2005 (until December 2008) I have been a lecturer at Potchefstroom Academy. I
presented the following subjects:
Interior Design
Professional and Business Practice
Building Construction
Specification
Model building
Design Technology Decorative Use of Materials
Sustainable Architecture
Computer Aided Drawing
Drawing Techniques

Potchefstroom Academy has different departments, with Interior Design being one of them.
The Academy is expanding rapidly and new facilities are constantly required. I was appointed
as Project Manager/Architect/Interior designer for all such projects. These duties were
additional to my lecturing responsibilities. My contract with the Academy enabled me to have
my own design practice.

Jan 2000 to Jun 2005 Studio Nouveau Architects, Designers & Planners
Senior Design Architect / Interior Designer / Project Manager
Projects include:
2004
Carpe Diem (student accommodation) Potchefstroom
Duet Church Complex (phase2) - Potchefstroom
Cricket Academy North West Cricket Stadium- Potchefstroom
The Square (commercial development) Potchefstroom
House Maartins Outeniqua Bluff
House Hattingh Plettenberg Bay
House de Beer Potchefstroom
House Heydenreich Potchefstroom
Exclusive residential development - Potchefstroom


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2003
Commercial Development Potchefstroom
Mathlaleng Secondary School Kanana, Orkney
Witrand Rehabilitation Centre for the Department of Health- Witrand
Chrisko Industrial Building Potch Industria
House Jonathan Fourie Potchefstroom
House Sonny Havenga Oudedorp
House Starker - Potchefstroom

2002
North West Cricket Stadium (phase3) Potchefstroom
Chubby Chick Factory 1 - Potchefstroom
Chubby Chick Factory 2 (free-range) Potchefstroom
Rugby Academy North West University
Commercial Development for H.U. Trust
Revenue Office for Local Government Ikageng
Revenue Office for Local Government Potchefstroom

2001
Dan Thloome Civic Centre - Potchefstroom
Duet Church Complex (phase1) - Potchefstroom
Engineering Faculty (Instrument Making) North West University
New up-market Residential Development Potchefstroom
South African Police Service Marriage Quarters - Potchefstroom
Distribution Factory for SIMBA Potchefstroom
House De Beer - Potchefstroom
Retail Development Potchefstroom
Fishmonger Restaurant Potchefstroom
Moredou Furniture Retail Design Potchefstroom
Informal Kiosks for the North West Local Government North West Province

2000
Offices for Financial Brokers Potchefstroom
Strip Mall Commercial Development Potchefstroom
Media Centre for The North West Cricket Board- Potchefstroom
Metabolic Unit for The North-West University Potchefstroom
Sanlam Park Office Suites Potchefstroom
Commercial Centre for Tony France Potchefstroom
Vyfhoek Church alterations Vyfhoek
Wideprops Residential Development Potchefstroom
House Lerm Hermanus
House Reyneke - Potchefstroom

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Town Planning and up-market residential units for Mr. Willie Venter - Potchefstroom

Jan 1998 to Jan 2000 Van Niekerk ,Boshoff and Partners
Design Architect / Interior Designer / Project Manager

Projects include:
1999
Methodist Church Youth Centre Potchefstroom
Executive Office Suites Rustenburg
House Fourie Rooipoortjie
House Koos Jordaan Sandton, Johannesburg
House Desere Jordaan Potchefstroom
House Erasmus Potchefstroom
House Esterhuizen Potchefstroom
House Rousseau - Potchefstroom

1998
Clinical Psychologist Consultation Rooms Potchefstroom
House Louw Potchefstroom
Otokon Office Development Potchefstroom
Interior design of Auditorium Foyer North West University
Villa Italia Up-market Residential Development- Potchefstroom
York - Up-market Residential Development- Potchefstroom
House Schmidt Venstersdorp
House Pretorius Potchefstroom
House Prinsloo Potchefstroom
House Terreblanche Potchefstroom
House Van Zyl Potchefstroom


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Portfolio E
Badhuis Manor
This project, Badhuis Manor, situated in The Hague, Netherlands, was part of a study for a developer
who bought this building as an investment (2007). Three different options were investigated, namely
converting the old house into a boutique hotel, executive offices or exclusive apartments. The project
demonstrates my ability to be creative and to understand structure, to optimize space through
creative planning and to work within very specific boundaries.
O R I G I N A L P L A N S
the Hague
B A D H U I S M A N O R
the Hague
FIRST FLOOR
1:100
LOWER GROUND LEVEL
1:100
UPPER GROUND LEVEL
1:100
SECOND FLOOR
1:100


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Boutique Hotel:
B o u t i q u e H o t e l
O P T I O N 1
the Hague
B o u t i q u e H o t e l
O P T I O N 1
the Hague
Balcony Balcony
B
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n
y
B
a
l c
o
n
y
B
a
l c
o
n
y
B
a
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o
n
y
FIRST FLOOR
1:100
LOWER GROUND LEVEL
1:100
UPPER GROUND LEVEL
1:100
SECOND FLOOR
1:100
ENTRANCE
ENTRANCE
Office
Foyer
Reception
Reception
Foyer
Foyer
Foyer
S
t
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e
P
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s
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Passage
SUITE 1
SUITE 2
SUITE 3
SUITE 4
SUITE 5
Bar
SUITE 7 SUITE 6
SUITE 8
SUITE 9
SUITE 10
SUITE 11
SUITE 12
SUITE 13
SUITE 14
Passage
P
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S
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S
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SUITE 16 SUITE 24
SUITE 17
SUITE 18
SUITE 19
SUITE 20
SUITE 21
SUITE 22
SUITE 23
Passage
P
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s
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g
e
Lift Lift Lift Lift
Lift Lift Lift Lift
Dining Area
Dining Area
Passage
Foyer
Kitchen
Kitchen
SUITE 25
SUITE 26
SUITE 27
SUITE 28
SUITE 29


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Executive Offices:
E x e c u t i v e o f f i c e s
the Hague
O P T I O N 2
the Hague
RECEPTION
FOYER Passage
OFFICE 1 OFFICE 2
OFFICE 3
O
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4
Store
WC
Store
BOARDROOM
WC
Passage
OFFICE 5
OFFICE 6
OFFICE 7
BOARDROOM
OFFICE 8
Store
Kitchenette
Kitchenette
Store
WC
Passage
OFFICE 9
OFFICE 10
OFFICE 11
BOARDROOM
OFFICE 12
Store
Kitchenette
WC
Passage
OFFICE 13 OFFICE 14
OFFICE 15
BOARDROOM
OFFICE 16
Store
Kitchenette
WC
Balcony Balcony
B
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l c
o
n
y
B
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l c
o
n
y
RECEPTION
OFFICE 1
Store
WC
Store
OFFICE 2
FOYER
BOARDROOM
Lift
Passage
Passage
Passage
OFFICE 3
WC
WC
BOARDROOM
OFFICE 4
OFFICE 4
Store
Store
FOYER
Lift
Kitchenette
WC
WC
Passage
OFFICE 5
OFFICE 5
BOARDROOM
Store
Store
FOYER
Lift
Kitchenette
WC
WC
Passage
OFFICE 6
OFFICE 6
BOARDROOM
Store
Store
FOYER
Kitchenette
WC
WC
Passage
B
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l c
o
n
y
B
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l c
o
n
y
Lift
Lift Lift
Lift Lift
FIRST FLOOR
1:100
LOWER GROUND LEVEL
1:100
UPPER GROUND LEVEL
1:100
SECOND FLOOR
1:100
ENTRANCE
ENTRANCE


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Luxury Appartments:
L U X U R Y A P A R T M E N T S
the Hague
O P T I O N 3
the Hague
FOYER
LOUNGE
DINING KITCHEN
Passage
BEDROOM 1
BATHR
BATHR
Dressingroom
MAIN BEDROOM
LAUNDRY
STAIRS
DINING
LOUNGE
KITCHEN
BATHR
STAIRS
FOYER WC
LOUNGE
DINING
KITCHEN
BEDROOM 1
BATHR
LAUNDRY
STAIRS
DINING
LOUNGE
KITCHEN
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 2
BATHR WC
STAIRS
Balcony Balcony
B
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o
n
y
B
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o
n
y
B
a
l c
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n
y
B
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l c
o
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y
LAUNDRY
LOUNGE
DINING
KITCHEN
BATHR
BEDROOM 1
FOYER
LAUNDRY
FOYER
LOUNGE
DINING
K
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C
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N
L
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N
D
R
Y
WC
BATHR
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 1
K
I T
C
H
E
N
LOUNGE
DINING
Lift
Balcony
FOYER
Balcony
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 2
BATHR
BATHR
Balcony
Lift
BATHR
BEDROOM 2
FOYER
WC
STUDY
LOUNGE
DINING
KITCHEN
Passage
BEDROOM 1
BATHR
BATHR
Dressingroom
MAIN BEDROOM
LAUNDRY
BEDROOM 2
STAIRS
DINING
LOUNGE
KITCHEN
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 2
Passage
L
A
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N
D
R
Y
BATHR
BATHR
MAIN BEDROOM
WC
STAIRS
STUDY
STUDY
FOYER
FOYER
STUDY
LOUNGE
DINING
KITCHEN
Passage
BEDROOM 1
BATHR
BATHR
Dressingroom
MAIN BEDROOM
LAUNDRY
BEDROOM 2
STAIRS
DINING
LOUNGE
KITCHEN
BEDROOM 1
BEDROOM 2
Passage
L
A
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N
D
R
Y BATHR
BATHR
MAIN BEDROOM
STAIRS
STUDY
FOYER
FIRST FLOOR
1:100
LOWER GROUND LEVEL
1:100
UPPER GROUND LEVEL
1:100
SECOND FLOOR
1:100
ENTRANCE
ENTRANCE
S
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S
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S
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Conclusion
I am con=fident that our company do not only possess the skill to complete any project succesfully but
also the passion for any form of arhitecture.
I have made certain specific decisions regarding my career and this included the following:

It is important for me to learn as much as possible from the industry. I decided when starting
my career that instead of starting at a big firm, I chose a smaller firm where my role included
much more responsibilities. I had the privilege of handling all the projects that I worked on
from the clients brief, to conceptual stage through to final delivery.
Learning is knowledge and I strive to be at the forefront of new design philosophies, new
innovative materials and new design methods. I therefore got involved in lecturing at a design
institution. This enabled me to be part of an environment of learning.
I had the opportunity to work on various community projects. Thus enabling me to educate
people regarding design and the importance thereof.
The exterior is just as important as the interior of a structure, and vice versa, and therefore it is
important for me to excel in both these fields.
Environmentally friendly designs are an important part of my design processes and I strive to
be part of a new way of design thinking. I believe the building environment encompasses far
more than just the physical. Creating meaningful space is my design objective.

I reached a stage in my career that I believe I have the knowledge, confidence and creativity to be part
of larger scale projects.

We have a wealth of experience and can offer prospective clients a one stop shop.

Regards,

________________________
Louis Boshoff

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