Cobus Bothma

Principal Architect PrArch 7542 MArch(Prof)[pret] BSc(Arch)[pret]

Cobus studied Architecture at the University of Pretoria. He achieved top honours for his Master’s dissertation titled "Architectural Intimacy - An Urban Retreat" which was awarded the Corobrik Regional Architectural Student of the Year prize (2004) as well as the PIA Design prize (2003). The dissertation investigates the spatial elaboration of personal and public rituals in the production of sensory experiences in Architecture. After graduating, Cobus honed his practical skills and gained professional experience under the mentorship of prominent South African architects including Kate Otten.

Cobus places particular emphasis on the balance of good design and accountability. He has a sensitive awareness of Architecture's opportunities and responsibilities in the creation of lively urban environments yet is a firm believer that good architecture should also contribute towards wealth creation.

Gustav Kruger

Candidate Architectural Technologist BSc(Arch)[pret]

Gustav studied Architecture at the University of Pretoria, where he achieved distinctions in Design during every year of his studies. Before embarking on his career in architecture he studied fine art - with a particular fondness for sculpture.

The act of making is something that is quite important in his approach to architecture, specifically his approach to details. Something that is made by hand, through craftsmanship, immediately grabs his attention. He also places emphasis on the architect’s responsibility to the urban inhabitant. He sees the architect as responsible for the spaces that the inhabitant occupies, which makes it important for architecture to contribute to the urban condition.