Observe experts in Architecture and Interior Design and learn how they work in
South Africa.
The practice you will work
with has a superb reputation for innovative design of high-quality residential
buildings at the higher end of the market. Their designs are renowned for
their classical simplicity and the use of light, space and natural
materials.
We’ll have detailed
discussions with you to ascertain what you’re looking for, then we’ll tailor the programme for you. An excellent entry on your CV or Résumé - and excellent experience for
your future career
This Work Experience project is
based with a company of Architects and Interior Designers. If your choice is
to specialise in either Architecture or Interior Design, you'll get a
lot of good, hands-on experience here.
The company is run by a husband-and-wife partnership,
with about 15 employees and two very friendly boxer dogs who
occasionally roam around the offices. They (the company, not the
dogs) have an excellent reputation for innovative and creative design.
Architecture: The photos on this page are just a sample of the type of work which
this firm carries out and gives a good indication of the unusual style of
architecture which they produce. Many of the houses are built on steeply
gradiented cliff-sides and the technical aspects of building in this
unusual environment are complex and fascinating - you'll learn a lot on
this placement!
You'll be shadowing and observing the architects and will be positively
encouraged to input your own ideas. There will be site visits, as well as
CAD work.
Interior Design: The interior designs are equally stunning and again your input will be
warmly welcomed as you work with the company's interior designers.
The working environment is very relaxed and comfortable, the offices
are, as you would expect, light and airy, large, modern and very spacious.
To qualify to do this placement, you need to be studying a degree or
college course in the field.
Accommodation and Living in Cape Town
A ten
minute walk from the centre of the bustling Cape Town CBD is the quieter, more
chilled out area of Green Point. Here we use St Johns Waterfront Lodge, one of
the better known backpackers’ lodges for your accommodation. It is not only
close to the city, but also to the famous V&A Waterfront (5 min walk) and
literally a hop, skip and jump away from the ocean. Among a host of other
activities, from here you can visit the world-famous Robben Island by boat,
where Nelson Mandela was held prisoner for 27 years!
Apart
from other Travellers volunteers, this hostel mainly attracts international
travellers to Cape Town. It is uniquely built on two plots so literally has two
of everything, including two pools! They are very friendly and will always help
you where needed. They can answer any questions or can even help when you need
some TLC because you feel a bit homesick!
The
Main Lodge is the centre of all the lodges and is a meeting point for everyone.
You can discuss your day in the living room, have a nice chat out on the
terrace, go for a swim, watch a movie, etc. Included in the placement cost is a
bed in one of the large 8-bed dormitories, so you will be sharing. However,
there is an option of choosing a single or double room if you are happy to pay
the difference, but we do find that volunteers staying in the larger dormitories
tend to make friends easier and be a bit more social. Remember, safety by
numbers is always the most responsible way to do things!
This
lodge has a living room, lots of bathrooms and a two well-equipped kitchens. It
also has a lovely big (recently renovated) living area with satellite TV, a cosy
bar and very comfy couches. In the main outdoor area, there are two pools, the
braai (South African for BBQ) area and lots of tables and benches in the
beautiful garden. There is a payphone inside the main lounge and a FREE internet
service. St John’s has also recently fitted a CCTV security system, so you can
live with peace of mind, knowing that you are safe and sound.
Food: You will be
given a food allowance to buy your own food from the big supermarket up the
road. The lodge is equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, stove, oven and
microwave, and all the necessities to cook a good meal.
To also assist you during your time with
us in South Africa, we have included the web-link for Pick and Pay a major
Supermarket in South Africa, by logging on to:
You have the
option to arrange your own flights or we can assist you with your flight
arrangements. If you would like us to do this for you, we will liaise with
you regarding available flights and dates to suit you. All arrangements
for your flight bookings/payments will be fulfilled by Murray Rogers
Travel Ltd., ATOL No. 6856. (Read more about Murray Rogers Travel Ltd.) Where possible, we
arrange for two or more people to travel on the same flight and we will
let you have the names and telephone numbers of other volunteers on your
flight, so that you can chat to each other or even meet up before leaving
for your placement.
We can also
arrange your flight dates to give you additional time at the end of your
project for travelling around and sightseeing - this is a fascinating and
wondrous country!
You will fly directly into Cape Town where you'll be met by our Cape
Town Manager, Roger King. He'll take you to your accommodation and see
that you're settled in. He will also take you to your work and
introduce you to everyone.
Where possible, all flights we arrange for you have changeable return
tickets because many of our volunteers choose to extend their stay once
they are in their destination country. Changeable return tickets enable
you to do so, within the limits of your visa and the level of your air
ticket, of course. If you choose to book your own flights, you should
endeavour to get a changeable ticket. We meet you at the airport
regardless of whether you make your own travel arrangements or not.
VISAS:. We'll send you all the necessary forms and
information and make the process very easy for you.
To read about the extensiveSupport & Backup we provide in our countries,
please click here.
PRICES
To see the Prices of this project and all
our other projects in South Africa, please
click here
Prices
include
Food & accommodation while on your project,
unless otherwise stated,
2 T-shirts, if required
for your project
All support and backup
during your programme
Meeting you at the
nearest airport, where appropriate, but exclude international travel.
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