UpComing Events
Thursday,
06, Nov
2025
DESIGNING CREATIVELY WITH DAYLIGHT :
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Activity Title: |
DESIGNING
CREATIVELY WITH DAYLIGHT |
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Description |
This
is an interactive live online course, via Zoom, that gives you a practical
and aesthetic foundation to the key Principles and Rules of Thumb for
designing with natural light. All successful designs have mastered the play
of natural lighting across surfaces and through volumes.
The
course covers material not taught at university or Technikon! Expect the unexpected!
“This course has been massively informative. The
ability to stretch our thoughts into seeing the way we do what I always
thought to be ordinary things in a unique way, has been very inspiring. Fresh
insight into light (and dark).” Jerome Starkey |
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Date: |
4
weekly sessions, on Thursdays, from
NOVEMBER 6TH TO NOVEMBER 27TH |
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Time: |
From 4pm to 6:30pm |
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Place: |
Online course, on Zoom |
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Cost |
R 2,850.00 |
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CPD Points: |
3 CPD Points Category 1 |
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Validating VA: |
CIFA |
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Link |
BOOK ONLINE: https://ksstudios.co.za/product/3-cpds/designing-creatively-with-daylight/ Info: courses@ksstudios.co.za +27 066 527 2073 (WhatsApp calls or text
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Tuesday,
25, Nov
2025
THE APPLICATION OF THE AMENDED NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS FOR ENERGY USE :
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Activity Title: |
THE
APPLICATION OF THE AMENDED NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS FOR ENERGY USE |
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Description |
FULL ONLINE COURSE ON THE NEW AMENDMENTS TO SANS
10400XA ED 2.
WHAT SP
ENERGY WORKSHOPS OFFER: • Understand
the Structure of Regulation and Standard • Insight
as to HOW & WHY - the content of the standard • Learn
the physics behind the interventions introduced in Standard • Learn
how to use each of the three routes to compliance • Be
informed as what Local Authorities expect in submissions • Work
examples of Fenestration maths, R-values for walls and floors • Develop
hot water designs that work • Develop
lighting designs that comply • Workshop
format is guaranteed to captivate and keep up interest • HIGHLY
EXPERIENCED Presenters – Howard Harris & Graeme Sher
YOUR
SUPPORT PACKAGE: • 168
page Handbook authored by an eminent authority in Energy Usage (PDF)which has
been acclaimed by leading XA academics • The
Handbook is on your shelf as a permanent reference and resource long after
the course is finished • Includes
a limited training version of the SPCalculator which will teach you what to
present to the Local Authority ie. To automate the fenestration maths • To
get to Certified Fenestration specifications - frame and glass simulated
results from manufacturers(Exclusive to SPEnergy) • To
avoid worst case glass specifications • To
calculate compliant R-value’s for floors and walls obtained from various
databases of k-values and thermal conductances and now also includes
slimmed-down versions of the Roof &Light Tabs
FEE
INCLUDES: • Training
with an SPEnergy ED2 Attendance Certificate(Accepted by Council) • 2.0
CATEGORY 1 CPD CREDITS • Includes
a training version of the SPCalculator which you will learn what to present
to the Local Authority
FEE
EXCLUDES: • Fully
Licenced SPCalculator |
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Date: |
25 & 26 NOVEMBER
2025 |
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Time: |
9.00 TO 13.00 – Both
days to be attended in full to qualify for SAIA CPD Credits and SPEnergy
Attendance Certificate |
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Place: |
ONLINE –
VIA ZOOM |
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Cost |
FULL COURSE ON THE NEW AMENDMENTS TO SANS 10400XA
ED 2: |
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CPD Points: |
2.0 SACAP
Category One CPD credits. |
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Validating Voluntary Association: |
Validation – 2.0 Category 1
CPD Credits (SAIA) SAIA VALIDATION: The
South African Institute of Architects has assessed and validated
this Category One CPD Module: Module: SANS10400XA ED2 2x
Morning Workshops 2.0 CPD points.
Activity reference and title - CPD SAIA 26 – 204- SANS10400XA
ED2 2X MORNING WORKSHOPS Nature of activity: ON-LINE WORKSHOP Duration: 2 x 4 HOUR ON-LINE SESSIONS. SACAP
Category One CPD credit value: 2.0 CPD CREDITS – BOTH SESSIONS MUST BE
ATTENDED IN FULL. |
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Link |
Registrations to be
done directly via SPEnergy’s Buy Online Page for 25 & 26 November 2025:
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS AND PAYMENTS FOR EARLY NOVEMBER WORKSHOP
WILL CLOSE ON 21 NOV 2025
THIS IS THE LAST WORKSHOP FOR 2025.
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Thursday,
20, Nov
2025
GIfA Warmly Invites You to An Afternoon with a Legend – Series Two Featuring Arch. Nico van der Meulen :
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GIfA Warmly Invites You to An Afternoon with a Legend
– Series Two Featuring Arch. Nico van der Meulen |
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Description |
Following the
success of our first session with the legendary Arch. Ivan Schlapobersky,
GIfA is delighted to present the second series of “An Afternoon with a
Legend”, featuring one of South Africa’s most distinguished architects Arch.
Nico van der Meulen.
Join us for an inspiring and engaging afternoon as
Arch. Nico takes us through his life as an architect, sharing his journey,
experiences, iconic works, and the legacy he wishes to leave with the next
generation of architects.
This is not just a conversation, it’s an opportunity
to connect with a true visionary whose creativity and innovation have shaped
the architectural landscape in South Africa and beyond.
Come be part of an afternoon of reflection,
inspiration, and architectural excellence.
Seats are limited, secure yours early!!! |
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Date: |
20/11/2025 |
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Time: |
15:00PM-16:30 PM |
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Place: |
Online |
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Cost |
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GIfA Member: Free ·
Non-member: R100 ·
Students: Free |
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CPD Points: |
0.2 cat 1 |
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Validating Voluntary Association: |
GIfA |
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Link |
Thursday,
20, Nov
2025
SPECIFICATION OF TILE AND TILE ADHESIVE :
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Activity Title: |
SPECIFICATION OF TILE AND TILE ADHESIVE |
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Description |
This presentation covers essential aspects of
specifying tiles for commercial and residential spaces, focusing on the
different types of tiles, how they are made, and key quality indicators such
as water absorption and scratch resistance. It also explores current trends
like large-format tiles, the importance of correct installation, and the role
of adhesives and movement joints in preventing tile failures. Attendees will
gain insights into best practices for tile selection, waterproofing, and
surface preparation, ensuring successful and durable tile installations. |
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Date: |
Thursday, 20 November 2025 |
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Time: |
2 to 4 pm |
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Place: |
160 Bulwer Road, Glenwood |
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Cost |
Free |
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CPD Points: |
CAT 1-0, 2 |
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Validating Voluntary Association: |
SAIA KZN |
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Link |
Wednesday,
19, Nov
2025
Sustainability and Design Culture in Contemporary Spanish Architecture, and Navigating Practice as a Young Architect in South Africa/Spain-by Arch Pablo Corroto Pradillo :
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Activity Title: |
Sustainability and Design Culture in Contemporary
Spanish Architecture, and Navigating Practice as a Young Architect in South
Africa/Spain-by Arch Pablo Corroto Pradillo
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Description |
GIfA warmly invites you to an inspiring evening where
Arch. Pablo Corroto Pradillo will share his experiences and insights into
modern Spanish architecture, sustainable design, and what it takes to thrive
as a young architect across continents. About Arch. Pablo Corroto Pradillo is a Spanish architect and consultant registered in
both Spain and South Africa. A graduate of the Universidad Politécnica de
Madrid (ETSAM) with postgraduate studies in Advanced Architecture at the IAAC
in Barcelona, he is the founder of pablocorrotopradillo.architects,
Co-Director at Krynauw Nel Associates, and a lecturer at FuturEd. With
experience across Spain, Japan, South Africa, and China, Pablo brings an
imaginative and sustainable approach to design, blending technical excellence
with cultural awareness and innovation. Gain fresh perspectives and international insights in
an evening not to be missed! |
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Date: |
19/11/2025 |
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Time: |
18:00 PM -19:30 AM |
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Place: |
Online |
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Cost |
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GIfA Member: R100 · Non-member: R200 ·
Students: R50 |
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CPD Points: |
0.2 cat 1 |
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Validating Voluntary Association: |
GIfA |
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Link |
