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I am a dynamic professional Architect with 33+ years of experience in architectural design and project management. I have led extensive refurbishment, restoration, renovation and modernization projects across public and private sectors, delivering 30+ institutional, residential, retail and commercial projects on time and within budget. I am committed to sustainable property development and continuously seek to stay at the forefront of building technologies to benefit the organizations I work with. As an Accredited Green Building Council Professional, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to design and delivery, with a focus on energy efficiency and long-term performance. I look forward to applying my experience and insights to future projects while remaining current with advancements in building technology and sustainable practices. I am an accomplished fine artist specializing in custom art in any medium.…I am a dynamic professional Architect with 33+ years of experience in architectural design and project management. I have led extensive refurbishment, restoration, renovation and modernization projects across public and private sectors, delivering 30+ institutional, residential, retail and commercial projects on time and within budget. I am committed to sustainable property development and continuously seek to stay at the forefront of building technologies to benefit the organizations I work with. As an Accredited Green Building Council Professional, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to design and delivery, with a focus on energy efficiency and long-term performance. I look forward to applying my experience and insights to future projects while remaining current with advancements in building technology and sustainable practices. I am an accomplished fine artist specializing in custom art in any medium.

Deon Nicholas Deetlefs

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I am a dynamic professional Architect with 33+ years of experience in architectural design and project management. I have led extensive refurbishment, restoration, renovation and modernization projects across public and private sectors, delivering 30+ institutional, residential, retail and commercial projects on time and within budget. I am committed to sustainable property development and continuously seek to stay at the forefront of building technologies to benefit the organizations I work with. As an Accredited Green Building Council Professional, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to design and delivery, with a focus on energy efficiency and long-term performance. I look forward to applying my experience and insights to future projects while remaining current with advancements in building technology and sustainable practices. I am an accomplished fine artist specializing in custom art in any medium.…I am a dynamic professional Architect with 33+ years of experience in architectural design and project management. I have led extensive refurbishment, restoration, renovation and modernization projects across public and private sectors, delivering 30+ institutional, residential, retail and commercial projects on time and within budget. I am committed to sustainable property development and continuously seek to stay at the forefront of building technologies to benefit the organizations I work with. As an Accredited Green Building Council Professional, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to design and delivery, with a focus on energy efficiency and long-term performance. I look forward to applying my experience and insights to future projects while remaining current with advancements in building technology and sustainable practices. I am an accomplished fine artist specializing in custom art in any medium.

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I am a dynamic professional Architect with 33+ years of experience in architectural design and project management. I have led extensive refurbishment, restoration, renovation and modernization projects across public and private sectors, delivering 30+ institutional, residential, retail and commercial projects on time and within budget. I am committed to sustainable property development and continuously seek to stay at the forefront of building technologies to benefit the organizations I work with.

As an Accredited Green Building Council Professional, I bring a practical, collaborative approach to design and delivery, with a focus on energy efficiency and long-term performance. I look forward to applying my experience and insights to future projects while remaining current with advancements in building technology and sustainable practices.
I am an accomplished fine artist specializing in custom art in any medium.

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Work Experience

Production Architect at WCG - Department of Infrastructure (Western Cape Government)

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2024

Project leader on numerous Western Cape Government projects, implementing Norms and Standards; responsible for procuring professional teams and contractors, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance and quality control. Notable projects included CYCCs (Child and Youth Care Centres), Places of Safety refurbishments, fire rationale upgrades, and shared services centres modernization.

Design Architect / Project Architect at Cape Town – Various Commercial & Retail Projects

January 1, 1994 - December 31, 2013

Led design development, construction documentation and client liaison for high-profile shopping centre refurbishments and office projects; responsible for CAD/technical drawings, energy efficiency assessments, site inspections, and ensuring alignment with client vision and budget constraints.

Production Architect Grade C at Western Cape Government - Department of Infrastructure (DOI/DTPW)

October 1, 2013 - March 1, 2024

Led multiple service delivery projects for the Western Cape Government Implementation Component, overseeing procurement and appointment of consultants and contractors as implementing agent; directed restoration, refurbishment, modernization and construction across major projects including CYCCs, DSD facilities, educational facilities, government office buildings, and heritage/archive facilities.

Design Architect / Project Architect at Private Sector (Various clients)

March 1, 1994 - September 1, 2013

Designed and delivered multiple projects as part of team collaborations, including technical drawings, client presentations and site supervision, across retail, commercial, hospitality, healthcare, education and residential sectors.

Design Architect / Project Architect at Private Sector

March 1, 1994 - September 30, 2013

Designed and delivered multiple projects across retail, commercial, healthcare, institutional and residential sectors. Collaborated in multi-disciplinary teams through all project stages, including technical drawings, client presentations, and site supervision. Notable projects include Khayelitsha Shopping Centre, Palazzo Towers at Monte Casino, Nestle Waters Valvita, MTN SunDome hospitality suites, Century City Hotel and various office, retail and residential developments.