CV
Christo du Plessis - BSc[Arch]UP
KDS Principal + Founder
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Born in Nelspruit, MP
Lives & works in Sandton, GP
Education
2011 - Foundations of Business
University of Stellenbosch
2003 - Bachelor of Architecture
University of Pretoria
1998 - Diploma of Architecture
Technical University of Tswane
1993 - Ligbron Technical High School
Experience
2009 - Current - KDS [Kristo Design Studio]
2007 - 2009 - dhk Urban Concepts
2006 - 2007 - Greg Wright Architects
2003 - 2006 - GP Greeff + Associates
2003 - Aziz Tayob Architects
Professional Memberships
SACAP - South African Council for the Architectural Profession
APES - Society of Architects, Planners, Engineers & Surveyors
WCFI - Western Cape Furniture Initiative
PIA - Pretoria Institute of Architects
Key Skills
Creative + Lateral Thinker
The ability to convert strategies into feasible plans of action and to monitor the attainment of objectives proactively
Action and result oriented, meeting tight deadlines and ability to produce under required time constraints
Keen eye and attention to detail design
Passive Climate Design + Sustainable Concepts interpreted in a holistic fashion or product
Publications
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2015 - ARCH SA Architecture of South Africa Ed. 72
2012 - DIGEST of South African Architecture
2012 - Modern Wineries of South Africa
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