Founded in 1900 as the Transvaal Institute of Architects

GIfA

Welcome to Gauteng Institute for Architecture

We are a voluntary association affiliated to the South African Institute of Architects and endorsed by the South African Council for the Architectural Profession.

Innovation

The application of ideas that are novel and useful

Versatility in Application

Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.

Modern

Relating to, or characteristic of contemporary styles of art.

Architecture

Is the design of buildings, groups of buildings and often the space between buildings. But the scope of architecture goes well beyond just the drawing of plans.

What is Architecture?

At its simplest, architecture is the design of buildings, groups of buildings and often the space between buildings. But the scope of architecture goes well beyond just the drawing of plans.

Architecture takes imagination; the ability to order ideas and communicate them clearly; creativity (not necessarily artistic ability); a keen interest in human behaviour, our habitat and the natural environment; and problem solving skills.

Explore our 2021 GIFA Award nominees.

Nominees