Portfolio. Erwin Derek Struwig
Contents. About
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Broad Beach Strad 1111 Willoughby Way - Snow Mountain N Bay
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Strathearn Ave Garden Crescent House Harris Cottage
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The Park Rontree La Concorde
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Piesang Valley Development
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OVD 525
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Death of the Cemetery
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Branding Photography
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List of Works
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About. As a seasoned architect, I bring a wealth of experience across various architectural typologies and urban design projects. My journey began at the University of Pretoria (South Africa), where I earned my Bachelors of Science in Architecture (BScArch), followed by an Honours degree (BScArch) and a Master of Architecture (M Arch) in Professional Architecture. Over the years, I’ve cultivated a diverse portfolio of both conceptual and realized works, honing my skills in design, project management, and execution across different scales simultaneously. What sets me apart is my integration of photography into my architectural process. This unique perspective, cultivated through keen observation and detailed analysis, complements my formal architectural training, enriching my approach to each project. Beyond the confines of architecture, photography has been my gateway to exploring cities, landscapes, and cultures. It has granted me insights into the intricate details, processes, and the prevailing zeitgeist. My extensive travels through South East Asia, Europe, and the US have further broadened my architectural perspective, fostering a deep appreciation for cultural nuances and global design movements. I am passionate about leveraging this multifaceted background to create innovative and impactful architectural solutions that resonate with communities and stand the test of time.
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Education. M Arch (Prof)- Masters (Distinction) BSc Arch (Hons) BSc Arch
University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
Competitions. Willoughby Way - Snow Mountain N Bay OVD 525
World Architecture Festival (WAF) Finalist World Architecture Festival (WAF) Shortlisted African Property Awards Best Single Residence South Africa Architizer A+ Awards Finalist 2017
Practice. SAOTA Struwig Studio GASS Architecture Studio Scott + Partners Three14 Architects
2022 - Current 2016 - 2021 2020 - 2021 2019 - 2020 2016 - 2019
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BROAD BEACH , MALIBU ,CA Firm SAOTA Location Broad Beach, Malibu, California, USA Typology Multi Residential Client Private Client Status Final Design Stage Date 2022 - Current Involvement Lead Architect, Design, Documentation, Description Design of new multi residential development overlookinging the iconic Malibu beach strip with direct Access to the beach.
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Facade relation to mountain range and shoreline - Site Analysis
View from roof to terrace showing layering of material and structure
Beach facade with closed glazed panels
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Threshold showing seamless inside outside transition
View out to Malibu beach from open plan kitchen
STRAD 1111 , LOS ANGELES ,CA Firm SAOTA Location Strad 1111, Los Angeles, California, USA Typology Multi Residential Client Private Client Status Final Design Stage Date 2023 - ? Involvement Lead Architect, Design, Documentation, Description Design of new multi residential development overlookinging the iconic Malibu beach strip with direct Access to the beach.
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View up planted atrium from basement level
Diagrams illustrating interweaving of analytical results drawn from concept, site programme
Abstracted topographic map showing location of site - note striation of canyons and ravines
Entrance as viewed from Forecourt with views of LA in the background
View of House from garden with rim-flow pool and carved monolithic planes
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Pajama lounge and open plan office with views through planted atrium to LA Canyon
View down Atrium space showing full extent of carve through all levels allowing natural light to filter through
WILLOUGHBY WAY , ASPEN ,CO Firm SAOTA Location Willoughby Way, Aspen, Colorado, USA Typology Residential Client Private Client Status Final Design Stage Date 2022 - Current Involvement Lead Architect, Design, Documentation, Description Design of new private residential ski home situated on Willoughby way overlooking the main ski slopes and surrounding mountains of Aspen.
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View of house facade as seen from Rio Grande trail that cuts through the site - Rio grande trail is a public trail.
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Exploded timber model illustrating primary and secondary mass structures
Conceptual diagram illustrating Roof design refined from heigh restrictions and deeper understanding of mountain ranges
Entrance view towards forecourt from Willoughby way - Note house roof line peaking over road level
View from Willoughby way during spring bloom
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View from fire pit towards entrance foyer - note undulation of roof carves and skylight openings to relate to Mountain ranges
View towards Silver mountain from kitchen overlooking the great room
N BAY, MIAMI, FL - ARCHIPELAGO Firm SAOTA Location Northern Bay , Miami, Florida, USA Typology Residential - New Build Client Private Client Status Concept Date 2023 Involvement Architect, Design, Documentation, Technical Detailing, Project Management Description New house for clients referencing the archipelago (islands) on which it is Situated. The concepts golden thread is pulled through on a mico and macro scale, plan and section.
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STRATHEARN AVENUE Firm Studio Struwig Location 11 Strathearn Avenue, Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa Typology Residential Client Private Client Status Concept Date 2022 Involvement Lead Architect, Design, Documentation, Renders Description Concept for a new house bordering a green belt in Camps Bay with panoramic sea views Towards the front and majestic vistas towards the 12 Apostles mountain range.
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View of main house and cottage from forecourt towards 12 Apostle Mountain range
Back living terrace with closed screen and 12 Apostle mountains in the background
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View of main house facade from Cottage roof terrace with 12 Apostles in the background
Master bedroom with views towards Bakoven Beach and Camps bay
LEISURE ISLE BEACH COTTAGE Firm Struwig Studio Location 11 Garden Crescent, Leisure Isle, Knysna, South Africa Typology Residential - Renovation Client Private Client Status Complete Date 2020 -2021 Involvement Lead Architect, Design, Documentation, Technical Detailing, Project Management Description Major renovation to traditional “spoorweg“cottage on leisure isle to accommodate 3 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms. Client wanted a updated minimal feel to the house while still keeping the original charm of the “spoorweg huisie“.
1. Entrance Walkway 2. Entrance Foyer 3. Living Room 4. Dining Room 5. Outdoor Patio & Braai 6. Indigenous Fynbos Garden 7. Driveway 8. Forecourt 9. Kitchen 10. Guest WC
11. Bedroom 01 12. En-suite 01 13. Courtyard 14. Bedroom 02 15. En-suite 02 16. Study 17. Master Bedroom 18. Dresser 19. En-suite 20. Boat Garage
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HOUSE HARRIS COTTAGE 4
Firm GASS Architecture Studios Location 45 Milner Rd , Cape Town, South Africa Typology Residential - New Build Client Private Client Status Complete Date 2020 Involvement Architect, Design, Documentation, Technical Detailing, Project Management Description New double garage & luxury cottage in Tamboerskoof, with views of Table mountain, Signal hill as well as Cape Town harbor.
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1. Street Entrance 2. Stairs 3. Double Garage 4. Service Room 5. Outdoor Shower 6. Garden Store 7. Entrance 8. Living Room 9. Dining Room 10. Kitchen 11. Bedroom 12. En-suite 13. Terrace 14. Herb Planter
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South Elevation
East Elevation
First floor
Poyser Street view Side view with table mountain in the background
Interior & External spaces
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View of Unit from main house
Screened walkway to staircase
THE PARK - lifestyle precinct
Precinct Layout showing structures, Green belt connections, mountain biking routes and parking layouts
Firm GASS Architecture Studios Location Victory Park, Johannesburg, South Africa Typology Urban Design Client Mavuno - Projects and Property services Status Unbuilt Date 2020 Involvement Design Development, Documentation Description Multi-use green precinct developed for a large open portion of land in Johannesburg. The Park would act as a green node for the area, linking with mountain bike and running trails, creating offices, retain and residential housing.
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RONTREE Firm GASS Architecture Studios Location 10 Rontree Avenue, Bakoven, South Africa Typology Residential - Competition Client Private Clients Status Unbuilt Date 2020 Involvement Lead Architect, Design, Documentation Description Competition project for three families on a beautiful plot of land in Bakoven with mountain and sea views. Each family had their own unique set of requirements that had to be met while still achieving a strong conceptual
Southern Elevation
Eastern Elevation
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View of House facade from Rontree Avenue Western Elevation
Ground Floor
View of House facade from Garden towards Table Mountain
Concept Diagrams
LA CONCORDE Firm GASS Architecture Studios Location Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa Typology MIxed use Client Giflo - Property Developers Status Under Construction Date 2021 Involvement Design Development, Urban design, Renders, BIM modeling, Internal design development Description Giflo head offices, KWV museum and offices
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View towards main entrance with Paarl mountains in the background
View of Pedestrian entrance from side street.
View of plaza in front of main entrance foyer
View of existing KWV heritage building and new development
View of main entrance
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PIESANG VALLEY DEVELOPMENT & PAVILION Firm Scott + Partners Location Garden Route, South Africa Typology Mixed Use Client Private Client Status Concept - Local authority submission Date 2019 Involvement Architect, Design, Documentation, Technical Detailing, Co-ordination Description New house and garden pavilion for owner as well as multi purpose development on sub-divided Portion of land.
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View of Development with residential units, screening structure from piesang valley road
View of multi use development from piesang valley road
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View of Pavilion from main house across natural wetland
View from Pavilion towards pedestrian bridge and natural wetland
OVD 525 - HOUSE & COTTAGE Firm Three14 Architects Location Bantry Bay, Cape Town, South Africa Typology Residential Client Private Client Status Complete / Unbuilt Date 2017 Involvement Design, Presentation, Documentation, Technical Detailing Description New house and second dwelling under new house.
Exterior Dusk view of entrance, screen & garage opening
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Aerial view of OVD 525 after construction
Internal view Towards Bulthaup Kitchen with staircase leading to Upper level
DEATH OF THE CEMETERY Firm Masters Thesis Location Yoeville - Johannesburg, South Africa Typology Multi Cultural Client City of Johannesburg Status Concept Design Date 2014 - 2015 Involvement Lead Architect, Design, Documentation, Description Design of public park incorporated with a Cemetery and Crematorium. The crematorium and cemetery serves all different religions and allows loved ones to visit the park and pay respect to those that have passed.
Concept sketch of Chapel roof skylight
Concept sketch of Chapel roof junction with off shutter box gutter
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Concept sketch illustrating the relationship between Fragment, Fantasy & Nostalgia of the Yeoville Ridge
Section through gathering space, crematorium as well as Chapel on the far right
View of Development with residential units, screening structure from piesang valley road
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3D Printed model of Crematorium and Chapel in the background
Diagram illustrating water retention ponds and rainfall drainage
STRUWIG STUDIO BRANDING The purpose of this exercise was to develop a branding identity for myself as a architect, designer, photographer. With a minimal, toned down approach to architecture it was important to illustrate this through the use of a timeless geometric typeface. The hand hatched logo pays homage to traditional architectural hand hatching while allowing for a elegant yet controlled balance between positive and negative space.
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Penthouse unit living, dining and kitchen with bakoven in the distance
PHOTOGRAPHY My photography acts as a bridging medium between hand, eye and brain. It allows me to illustrate thoughts and emotions through observing. By capturing these observations a clearer understanding of subject is created. Photography acts as an exploitative medium through which technical skills are constantly evolving.
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List of Projects URBAN DESIGN Oxford Parks Peach Tree Afdaks Rivier Hamman Straat Bishopscourt JCP Victory Park La Concorde Piesang Valley
GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios Scott + Partners
Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Hermanus, Stellenbosch, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Stellenbosch, Garden Route,
South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa
Urban Design, BIM, Presentation Urban Design, BIM, Presentation Urban Design, BIM, Presentation Urban Design, BIM, Presentation Architecture, BIM, Management Lead Urban Design, BIM, Presentation Render, Architecture, Presentation, BIM BIM, Presentation, Architecture
Mixed use Mixed use Residential Residential Mixed use Commercial Commercial Mixed use
SAOTA SAOTA SAOTA SAOTA Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio Struwig Studio GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios GASS Architecture Studios Scott + Partners Scott + Partners Scott + Partners Three14 Architects Three14 Architects Three14 Architects
Aspen, CO Malibu, CA Los Angeles, CA Miami, FL Cape Town, Cape Town, West Coast, Cape Town, Knysna, Pretoria, Cape Town, Pretoria, Pretoria, Pretoria, Cape Town, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Stellenbosch, Gordons Bay, Garden Route, Garden Route, Cape Town, East London, Cape Town, Cape Town,
USA USA USA USA South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa
Design, Team Lead, WAF Presentation Design, Architect, Presentation, BIM Design, Team Lead, Render, BIM, Presentation Concept, WAF Presentation Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, PM, Presentation, BIM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, PM, Presentation, BIM Design, PM, Presentation, BIM Design, PM, Presentation, BIM Design, Lead Architect, BIM, PM Lead Architect, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM BIM, Assistant Architect, Presentation Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Lead Architect, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM BIM, Assistant Architect Commercial / Residential
Residential Multi - Residential Multi - Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential Commercial Commercial Commercial Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential Commercial Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential Residential
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Pretoria, Pretoria,
South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa South Africa
Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM Design, Lead Architect, Render, BIM, PM
Competition Masters Thesis Honours Thesis Undergrad Thesis Undergrad Project
ARCHITECTURE Willoughby Way Broad Beach Stradella 1111 N Bay 5 Bishoplea Road 11 Strathearn Avenue Yzerfontein Beach House Leisure Isle Cottage Ilkley Crescent House Strubenkop House Strubens House Harris Cottage CPT Pharma Phase 1 CPT Pharma Phase 2 CPT VET Plant Harbor Island House Harris Cottage House Tshivase 25 Rowan Road Garden Route House Garden Route Development Bantry Bay Vacation Rentals Penthouse Torquay OVD 525 / 525 Cottage Strathmore
ARCHITECTURE CONCEPT | THEORETICAL 10 Rontree Death of the Cemetery Architectural Psychosis Clay House Monumorial
GASS Architecture Studios University of Pretoria University of Pretoria University of Pretoria University of Pretoria
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