TV3 Architects

Architectural practice in Stellenbosch involves real constraints: summer sun exposure through north-facing glass, winter rainfall that demands proper roof design and drainage, and the particular way stone and plaster weather in a Mediterranean climate. New construction here requires understanding thermal mass placement, shading strategies, and how to detail for water—from flashings around chimneys to guttering systems that handle intense downpours. Renovation work on older buildings surfaces issues: damp rising through lime mortar, inadequate ventilation in closed spaces, roof structures weakened by dry rot. An architect working in this town coordinates with builders and engineers who know how these problems actually develop and what fixes hold. Design decisions on paper mean nothing if they don't translate to buildings that stay dry, stay comfortable, and age well.