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A design-led architecture practice with over 80 years of experience shaping the built environment across Africa.

29/09/2026

At the heart of Dubai’s Media City, this 25-storey, 235-key Mövenpick Hotel was designed as a sophisticated hospitality destination where architecture, experience and city views come together.

From the generous porte-cochère and double-height lobby to the floating ballroom, expansive pool terrace and exclusive Club level, every space has been carefully considered to create a seamless sense of arrival and movement.

Rising above the city, the rooftop restaurant offers a final destination - with open and covered terraces framing magnificent views of Dubai’s skyline.

A vertical hospitality experience designed around connection, exclusivity and exceptional views.

25/09/2026

WE’RE HIRING! JOIN THE SVA INTERNATIONAL TEAM

Ready to take your career to the next level? We’re looking for talented architects to join our Cape Town team!

* Professional Architect – Cape Town
* Design Architect – Cape Town

If you’re passionate about design, innovation, and creating exceptional spaces, we want to hear from you!

Explore the roles and APPLY TODAY:

https://svajobs.mcidirecthire.com

Your next great career move starts here.

17/09/2026

Big News - We’re Moving!
A fresh chapter begins for our Cape Town studio!

We’re thrilled to announce that we’re moving to an exciting new home at Convention Tower - a landmark Grade-A office space in the heart of the Foreshore, right alongside the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC).

With stunning views of Table Mountain, the C*D and the harbour, our new space brings together inspiring surroundings, modern design and a vibrant location, giving us even more room to connect, create and grow.

📍 Our New Address:
Convention Tower @ CTICC
Cnr Heerengracht & Walter Sisulu Avenue Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town Western Cape, South Africa, 8001

Just moments from the V&A Waterfront, CTICC, hotels, restaurants and entertainment, our new home puts us right in the centre of one of Cape Town’s most connected and dynamic business districts.

We can’t wait to welcome you to our new space - same heart, new home, and an exciting new chapter ahead!

11/09/2026

Perched along a kilometre of white sandy coastline, Long Beach Hotel in Belle Mare, Mauritius, was envisioned as a five-star resort where contemporary design meets carefree, piazza-style living.

Designed around a vibrant central Piazza, the resort brings together 255 sea-facing suites, four distinctive pools, five restaurants, retail boutiques, a spa garden and nightclub - creating a playful village atmosphere with the Indian Ocean as its backdrop.

Originally the site of Coco Beach Hotel, the existing structures were demolished in 2009 to make way for SVA’s striking architectural vision.

A project where architecture, landscape and lifestyle come together to create a destination.

07/09/2026

This Heritage Month, we celebrate the people whose knowledge, judgement and experience help shape the places we inherit and the places we create.

Tony Danev, Associate and Heritage Practitioner at SVA International, brings a particular sensitivity to the relationship between architecture, history and place. As the lead of SVA’s Heritage Services, Tony works across projects where understanding significance, context and existing fabric is fundamental to making good design decisions.

His broader architectural portfolio includes projects such as the NMU Science Centre, NMU Ocean Sciences Campus and new ABSA Regional offices, reflecting an ability to balance strong contemporary design with a considered response to context.

For Tony, heritage is not simply about preserving buildings. It is about understanding what matters, why it matters, and how architecture can respond in a way that respects the past while allowing places to evolve.

This Heritage Month, we recognise the people behind the work - and the expertise that helps ensure our built heritage continues to have meaning for future generations.

03/09/2026

This Heritage Month, we celebrate architecture that does more than occupy a place, it tells its story.

At the iStore Queens Hotel V&A, SVA’s design approach brought together the past and the present, carefully preserving the building’s distinctive character while creating a contemporary retail experience.

From the original raw brick walls to the historic ceiling beams believed to have come from ships, elements of the building’s past remain part of its future - creating a dialogue between heritage, innovation and modern design.

Because when we preserve the character of a place, we don’t simply protect its history. We keep its story alive.

Architecture that respects our past, reflects our present and inspires our future.

28/08/2026

Where luxury meets the Lagos skyline.

Strategically positioned in the prime Victoria Island precinct, Quantum Luxury Towers enjoys a beautiful waterfront setting overlooking Five Cowrie Creek - placing residents at the heart of one of Lagos’ rapidly developing affluent nodes.

Designed as an elegant architectural statement, the 25-storey tower offers unparalleled views across the city, with accessibility by both land and water.

Its location also places a vibrant mix of multinational corporations, malls, restaurants and banks right at its doorstep.

Set to be a defining landmark on the Lagos skyline, Quantum Luxury Towers is scheduled for completion in 2026.

25/08/2026

Beyond borders, designed with purpose.

The Oando Wings Commercial Office in Nigeria is a testament to SVA International's ability to deliver innovative architectural solutions across the African continent.

Designed to meet the demands of a modern commercial environment, the development balances striking contemporary design with functionality, creating a workspace that is both efficient and visually impactful. From its distinctive façade to thoughtfully integrated public spaces, every element was considered to enhance the experience of those who use it every day.

Projects like Oando Wings reflect our commitment to designing spaces that respond to their context, support business growth, and create lasting value for the communities they serve.

Swipe through to explore one of SVA's international projects and see how thoughtful design continues to shape the built environment beyond South Africa.

21/08/2026

From artist's impression to construction - the Paarl Mall Redevelopment is taking shape.

Swipe through to see the progress of this transformative project, where an initial design vision is steadily becoming a tangible space for the Paarl community.

From the concept renders to the work taking place on site, each stage brings the redevelopment one step closer to completion. The project is designed to create a refreshed, contemporary environment that enhances the experience of the people who will use it.

We’re proud to be part of bringing this vision to life and look forward to seeing the Paarl Mall Redevelopment continue to take shape.

Stay tuned to follow the progress.

17/08/2026

Celebrating the next generation of professionals. 🎓

Huge congratulations to our talented graduates who have successfully passed their Professional Practice Examination (PPE). This is a significant milestone - one that reflects their dedication, hard work and commitment to growing within the architectural profession.

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate their achievement and look forward to seeing the ideas, creativity and impact they will bring to the built environment.

Congratulations to our newest professionals! 👏

Address

Oxford & Glenhove 19 Ninth Street Houghton Estate/Rosebank
Johannesburg
2196

Telephone

+27112686090

Website

http://www.svarchitects.com/, https://linktr.ee/svarchitects_international, https://www.linkedin.com/company/537324/admi

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