Hans Viljoen
Cape Town
Summary
Hans Viljoen is an accomplished architect with over a decade of experience in architecture. Holding Master's Degrees from KTH Royal Institute of Technology (in Urbanism Studies) and the University of Pretoria (in Architecture), he specializes in conceptualizing and managing diverse projects, including historical renovations, and public infrastructure. Skilled in Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Photoshop and Indesign, Hans demonstrates a meticulous approach to design, strong communication, and managerial abilities. Certified as a Professional Architect by SACAP since 2016, he has received scholarships for his contributions to the field. Passionate about design, Hans is poised to continue shaping innovative and well-designed built environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Architect
Hans Viljoen Architect
05.2015 - Current
- Own practice
- Five projects for Karoo Bioscience staff accommodation (inception to close-out, including procurement and contractor management)
- Completed new penthouse flat with steel structure on top of existing apartment building in Tamboerskloof (inception to close-out, incl. HWC approval)
- Completed new 240m2 house in a housing development in Potchefstroom (inception to close-out)
- Refurbished art-deco flat across Cape Town station (inception to close-out, incl. HWC approval, manage contractor)
- Renovated 100 year-old Woodstock terrace house (inception to close-out, incl. HWC approval)
Resident Architect
Karoo Bioscience
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Planned a cannabis growing facility and offices, incl. services layouts
- Directed the renovation and customization of five residential properties to house company managers
- Assisted with budgeting and procurement
Ad Hoc Lecturer
SEA School of Explorative Architecture
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Lectured and examined a module on 'Building elements' for first and second year students
Senior Architect
Inros Lackner Vietnam LLC
05.2018 - 07.2023
- Sketch design, layout and development for new ferry terminal in the British Virgin Islands
- Sketch design for Freeway rest stops
- Design development for Supreme Court of Vietnam
- Concept & design development for football and restaurant prototype
Professional Architect
Revel Fox & Partners Architects and planners
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Concept development for new conference centre at the historical Breakwater Prison
- Converted a historical manor house into conference and meeting rooms, careful services integration due to exposed services
- Analysed sites of 11 public schools for the Western Cape Department of Education
Candidate Architect
ST&AR (Stuart Thompson & Andre Rademeyer) Architects
01.2013 - 04.2015
- Brief formulation, precedent research, concept formulation, design, design development, tender and construction drawings and documentation, site supervision for mainly residential projects of various scales
Intern Architect
Frans Farmer Architects
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Experience in retail and residential architecture, including construction drawings, model-building, surveying and general office tasks
Education
Master's Degree - Urbanism Studies
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
01.2018
Master's Degree - Architecture
University of Pretoria
01.2013
B Honours Degree - Architecture
University of Pretoria
01.2011
BSc Architecture -
University of Pretoria
01.2010
Skills
- English (full professional proficiency)
- Afrikaans (full professional proficiency)
- Dutch (Nederlandse Taalunie - Certificaat voor Nederlands als Vreemde Taal : B2 Zakelijk Professioneel)
- Autodesk Autocad and Revit excellent skills gained through study and professional experience
- Adobe Photoshop and Indesign excellent skills gained through study and professional experience
- Microsoft Office - good command of office suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
- Creative and enjoy conceptualizing
- Disciplined & meticulous designer
- Research & grasp of complex documents
- Both Independent and collaborative
Websites
Certification
Registered Professional Architect, South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP), Dec 2015
Awards
Axel & Margaret Ax:son Johnson Foundation Scholarship to study Urbanism, 2017
Timeline
Ad Hoc Lecturer
SEA School of Explorative Architecture
10.2023 - 12.2023
Resident Architect
Karoo Bioscience
03.2022 - 04.2024
Senior Architect
Inros Lackner Vietnam LLC
05.2018 - 07.2023
Professional Architect
Hans Viljoen Architect
05.2015 - Current
Professional Architect
Revel Fox & Partners Architects and planners
05.2015 - 05.2017
Candidate Architect
ST&AR (Stuart Thompson & Andre Rademeyer) Architects
01.2013 - 04.2015
Intern Architect
Frans Farmer Architects
01.2008 - 01.2012
Master's Degree - Urbanism Studies
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Master's Degree - Architecture
University of Pretoria
B Honours Degree - Architecture
University of Pretoria
BSc Architecture -
University of Pretoria
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