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AKA as a practice

AKA is a South African registered architecture and design studio based in Hermanus and Cape Town. We are geared for all types of building types. Led by Alexandra Edmayr. Head over to the about us page to read more.

Alex has strengthened her eye and conceptual strength through her Fine Art degree through Stellenbosch University. Majoring in printmaking, installation and sculpture. Following these studies she leapt straight into her Architecture studies. During this she did a course at the University Iuav in Venice. After finishing up with her Masters at Nelson Mandela University. Practice and experience kept her busy for a few years before the time came to start her own practice. Alex has a seat on the Overstrand Heritage & Aesthetics committee, as she takes pride in the well being of the Overstrand and her town.


01

AKA as a practice

AKA is a South African registered architecture and design studio based in Hermanus and Cape Town. We are geared for all types of building types. Led by Alexandra Edmayr. Head over to the about us page to read more.

Alex has strengthened her eye and conceptual strength through her Fine Art degree through Stellenbosch University. Majoring in printmaking, installation and sculpture. Following these studies she leapt straight into her Architecture studies. During this she did a course at the University Iuav in Venice. After finishing up with her Masters at Nelson Mandela University. Practice and experience kept her busy for a few years before the time came to start her own practice. Alex has a seat on the Overstrand Heritage & Aesthetics committee, as she takes pride in the well being of the Overstrand and her town.


01

AKA as a practice

AKA is a South African registered architecture and design studio based in Hermanus and Cape Town. We are geared for all types of building types. Led by Alexandra Edmayr. Head over to the about us page to read more.

Alex has strengthened her eye and conceptual strength through her Fine Art degree through Stellenbosch University. Majoring in printmaking, installation and sculpture. Following these studies she leapt straight into her Architecture studies. During this she did a course at the University Iuav in Venice. After finishing up with her Masters at Nelson Mandela University. Practice and experience kept her busy for a few years before the time came to start her own practice. Alex has a seat on the Overstrand Heritage & Aesthetics committee, as she takes pride in the well being of the Overstrand and her town.


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Our Philosophy

Curiosity - Trust - Joy - Balance - Communication

02

Our Philosophy

Curiosity - Trust - Joy - Balance - Communication

02

Our Philosophy

Curiosity - Trust - Joy - Balance - Communication

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Our Process and method

At AKA, our architectural process begins with an intense briefing session to thoroughly understand our clients' needs and visions. We then transition into hand drawings and sketches, capturing the essence of the project in its initial stages. As the design develops, we move into digital media, utilizing Archicad for detailed modeling and Twinmotion for advanced rendering. Our process is further enhanced with the support of the Adobe Suite, ensuring that every project is meticulously crafted and visually compelling from concept to completion.

03

Our Process and method

At AKA, our architectural process begins with an intense briefing session to thoroughly understand our clients' needs and visions. We then transition into hand drawings and sketches, capturing the essence of the project in its initial stages. As the design develops, we move into digital media, utilizing Archicad for detailed modeling and Twinmotion for advanced rendering. Our process is further enhanced with the support of the Adobe Suite, ensuring that every project is meticulously crafted and visually compelling from concept to completion.

03

Our Process and method

At AKA, our architectural process begins with an intense briefing session to thoroughly understand our clients' needs and visions. We then transition into hand drawings and sketches, capturing the essence of the project in its initial stages. As the design develops, we move into digital media, utilizing Archicad for detailed modeling and Twinmotion for advanced rendering. Our process is further enhanced with the support of the Adobe Suite, ensuring that every project is meticulously crafted and visually compelling from concept to completion.

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What we do and how its done

We believe that trust and communication are critical during for the Architect and Client relationship.

Most of the time, this relationship can be tested a lot. Mostly due to confusion and miscommunications.

To assist our residential clients, we have developed a short guide that describes the 6 Architectural services stages. Our hope is that it can assist in familiarizing the client with how all of this works and what they should expect. Ensuring a smooth and informed journey from start to finish. While it's ready for new clients now, it will continually evolve and improve throughout my career. Your feedback and experiences will shape it into an even more valuable resource over time. 



Please contact us for the digital or hard copy.

04

What we do and how its done

We believe that trust and communication are critical during for the Architect and Client relationship.

Most of the time, this relationship can be tested a lot. Mostly due to confusion and miscommunications.

To assist our residential clients, we have developed a short guide that describes the 6 Architectural services stages. Our hope is that it can assist in familiarizing the client with how all of this works and what they should expect. Ensuring a smooth and informed journey from start to finish. While it's ready for new clients now, it will continually evolve and improve throughout my career. Your feedback and experiences will shape it into an even more valuable resource over time. 



Please contact us for the digital or hard copy.

04

What we do and how its done

We believe that trust and communication are critical during for the Architect and Client relationship.

Most of the time, this relationship can be tested a lot. Mostly due to confusion and miscommunications.

To assist our residential clients, we have developed a short guide that describes the 6 Architectural services stages. Our hope is that it can assist in familiarizing the client with how all of this works and what they should expect. Ensuring a smooth and informed journey from start to finish. While it's ready for new clients now, it will continually evolve and improve throughout my career. Your feedback and experiences will shape it into an even more valuable resource over time. 



Please contact us for the digital or hard copy.

Your vision is unique; your project is extraordinary.

Are you ready to see it come alive.

Contact AKA today and

let's bring your architectural

dreams to life.

Your vision is unique; your project is extraordinary.

Are you ready to see it come alive.

Contact AKA today and

let's bring your architectural

dreams to life.

Your vision is unique; your project is extraordinary.

Are you ready to see it come alive.

Contact AKA today and

let's bring your architectural

dreams to life.