Contents CASA PALOORI APPARTMENTS Introduction Mission Projects government Buildings BUSINESS PARKS & OFFICES TRANSPORT infrastructure RESIDENTIAL, HOUSING & villages CONDOMINIUM & STUDENT HOUSING WAREHOUSING urban DESIGN INTERIORS HERITAGE INDUSTRIAL LEISURE RESORTS & hotels Contact Details
INTRODUCTION In 1996, Mr. Sashwin Pillai embarked on a career in Architecture and Development, and thereafter completed a Honours Degree in Architecture at the prominent Oxford School of Architecture in the United Kingdom. Mr. Pilllai also completed an Urban Study Course entitled, Multiplicities at the Architectural Association in London. Mr. Pillai was immediately thereafter employed by the Charted Practice Architects (C.P.A.) in London, where he worked on 5 Residences and an Urban Housing Development especially focused within a Heritage context. Mr. Pillai thereafter moved on to an international practice, David Chipperfield Architects (D.C.A.). At D.C.A. his experience was vast, working on the following projects: Ansaldo: Citta delle Culture, Milano Museum of non-european cultures Projecte de la Ciutat de la Barcelona I L Hospitalet de Llobregat Barcelona Law Court Centre Trieste Waterfront Competition Kojun Building, Tokyo office tower Dolce & Gabbana, Genoa showroom/gallery Czech & Speake product design contract DCA offices, Bolsover House, London Palermo Exhibition exhibition of works La Biennale di Venezia 2002 exhibition of works Upon his return to South Africa in 2003, Mr. Pillai was appointed Director of Urban Architects where he worked on various flagship projects, including Ushaka Marine World, Suncoast Casino & Entertainment Complex, as well as various public sector Education Facilities and the Tourism Authority in K.Z.N. With a young entrepreneurial mind and spirit, today, Sashwin Pillai boasts a successful Architectural, Management and Development Consultancy with interests in various associated fields. Sashwin Pillai - Chairman Africa Vision Holdings
INTRODUCTION Africa Vision founded in 2003 by Sashwin Pillai, strives to be a vehicle that facilitates development in South Africa. Since inception, he has worked on various landmark projects both locally and internationally; which places Africa Vision at the cutting edge of industry. In doing so, various relationships have been structured, which have brought together a wide range of skills and knowledge. The company is a precursor within the development industry, primarily specializing in projects ranging from micro products to urban renewal strategies; encompassing works that respond and range from our practical needs to works that contribute in shaping tomorrow. The company is noted for tenaciously persevering in every endeavour, surmounting obstacles with determination. Above all, Africa Vision finds joy in their work, and in serving their company, customers and the overall socio-economic development of the country. All key players within the organisation contribute to the functioning and effectiveness of Africa Vision by combining their unique and vast experience that they have gathered in the varying projects undertaken. Committed to transformation and development in South Africa, Africa Vision has wholly transformed and evolved into a 100% owned B.E.E. Company. In essence, it is a company that has rapidly built a reputation, which can be entrusted with urgent customer needs and projects of any size and scope characteristics, which remain unsurpassed within the industry. Africa Vision is a truly remarkable company, one with a history rich in service, innovation and continuous growth.
MISSION Africa Vision is committed to producing buildings of excellent quality that respond to the Built Environment, socially and economically with innovative and functional design solutions, tailored to our clients needs. VISION Africa Vision is committed to expanding rapidly and profitably through innovation, and by providing quality Architectural and Development Services at competitive rates. Through our dedicated employees and configuration of resources, we have established ourselves to serving our clients diligently and with great enthusiasm. OUR FIELDS OF EXPERTISE With a diverse and dynamic array of services and skills, Africa Vision is able to offer flexible solutions, which can be catered to suit specific architectural and development needs. This is supported with the highest levels of quality and support. Our fields of expertise include: Architectural Urban Design Interior & Product Design Design Consultancy Graphic Arts Multi-Media Project and Programme Management Development Consulting Services
MISSION Our associated fields of interest include: Concept Development Investment Strategy and Packaging Property Development Joint Venture Participation B.E.E. Facilitation Undertaking of Turnkey Projects AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY Africa Vision is committed to the program of Affirmative at all levels in its organisation and actions. It is composed entirely of previously disadvantaged persons and has a policy of hiring students from disadvantaged backgrounds to complete their experiential training. This program also focuses on in-house training and research. Employees are encouraged to improve their skills on an on-going basis and to elevate themselves within the organizational structure. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY From our beginning in 2003, Africa Vision has wholeheartedly responded to the social issues within the broader community in which they operate. It is imperative that businesses of such magnitude make valuable contributions to alleviating social inequalities and crises. The practice has also embarked on pro deo projects for various community, cultural, religious and sporting organisations.
KZN PARLIAMENT BUILDING Goverment Buildings
KZN PARLIAMENT BUILDING Goverment Buildings
2010 WORD CUP STADIUM BID Goverment Buildings
CAPE AGULAS NATURE RESERVE Goverment Buildings
sasol Business Parks & offices
Sasol Business Parks & offices
101 PINE STREET CONCEPT Business Parks & offices
UMGENI JUNCTION Business Parks & offices
REUNION RAILWAY CONCEPT Transport and infrastructure
ISIPINGO RAILWAY STATION Transport and infrastructure
DUFFS ROAD RAILWAY STATION Transport and infrastructure
ROSSBURGH RAILWAY STATION Transport and infrastructure
REUNION RAILWAY STATION Transport and infrastructure
airports company south africa Transport and infrastructure
669 Essenwood Road, House Govender RESIDENTIAL, HOUSES & VILLAGES
SALISBURY AVENUE RESIDENTIAL, HOUSES & VILLAGES
HOUSE NAIDOO - WESTBROOK RESIDENTIAL, HOUSES & VILLAGES
EMERALD GREEN ESTATE RESIDENTIAL, HOUSES & VILLAGES
bryanston catholic church RESIDENTIAL, HOUSES & VILLAGES
HOUSE CELE RESIDENTIAL HOUSES & VILLAGES
Helderkruin housing RESIDENTIAL HOUSES & VILLAGES
Helderkruin housing RESIDENTIAL HOUSES & VILLAGES
Helderkruin housing RESIDENTIAL HOUSES & VILLAGES
Helderkruin housing RESIDENTIAL HOUSES & VILLAGES
CLARENDON MANOR RESIDENTIAL HOUSES & VILLAGES
DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY condominium & STUDENT HOUSING
CASA PALOORI LUXURY APARTMENTS condominium & STUDENT HOUSING
ROCHDALE WAREHOUSES WAREHOUSING
WYNBERG STATION REDEVELOPMENT URBAN DESIGN
Kruger national park URBAN DESIGN
Potschefstroom Golf course URBAN DESIGN
Potschefstroom Golf course URBAN DESIGN
CASA PALOORI LUXURY APARTMENTS Interiors
Helderkruin housing Interiors
bryanston catholic church Interiors
Zimele slots Interiors
Shembe Village Heritage
Rand Water Testing Laboratories Industrial
Industrial
Rand Water Testing Laboratories Industrial
Edison Power Johannesburg Offices Industrial
Edison Power Johannesburg Offices Industrial
Wynberg Hotel Leisure Resorts & Hotels
Florida Road hotel Development LEISure Resorts & HoteLS
monte vista Casino - newcastle Leisure Resorts & Hotels
Discover lodge - health and beauty spa Leisure Resorts & Hotels
Clarendon Manor Leisure Resorts & Hotels
CONTACT DETAILS Durban, Kwa Zulu Natal Branch Suite 425, 2nd Floor, Block 4, Island Circle Office Park, 35 / 37 Island Circle, Riverhorse Valley, Durban P.O. Box 401088, Redhill, 4071, South Africa Tel: 031 569 1183/4/5 Fax: 031 569 1191 Johannesburg, Gauteng Branch Fredman Towers, Penthouse Suite 10th Floor, 13 Fredman Drive, Sandton, Johannesburg Postnet Suite 316, Private Bag X9916, Sandton, 2146, South Africa Tel: 011 326 5000 Fax: 011 326 5003 Cape Town, Western Cape Branch 221 Bree Street, Cape Town Postnet Suite 31, Private Bag X1, Vlaeberg, 8018,South Africa Tel: 021 426 2139 Fax: 021 426 4096 info@africavisionholdings.com