South African based Architects, SAOTA - Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects, is driven by the dynamic combination of Stefan Antoni, Philip Olmesdahl and Greg Truen who share a potent vision easily distinguished in their buildings and an innovative and dedicated approach to the execution of projects internationally, nationally and locally. SAOTA is a firm of approximately 90 talented architectural designers and technicians including an in-house CGI and marketing team and a strong support of administrative staff.
About Us | Award Winning Architectural Firm based in Cape Town South Africa
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Directors
Stefan Antoni
Stefan Antoni, completed his Bachelor of Architecture degree at the University of Cape Town in 1985 with a first class pass. In 1987 he set up the architectural practice Stefan Antoni Architects, which today is known as SAOTA - Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects. Stefan Antoni is regarded as one of a number of architects who have contributed to setting a new standard of design and professionalism in the top end of the domestic market in South Africa. He is an extremely energetic and dynamic leader, with extraordinary creative talent and valuable negotiation and management skills.
Philip Olmesdahl
Philip graduated from the University of Natal in 1995. He moved to Cape Town and began working for Stefan Antoni Architects in that same year. His leadership qualities were soon recognised and by 1998 he was an Associate. In May 2002, he was made partner. Philip is undoubtedly one of the most energetic people in the office. His organisational skills, combined with his diligence, exceptional design and management abilities, allow him to play a key role in the running of SAOTA, contributing greatly to its success.
Greg Truen
Greg Truen completed a Bachelor of Architecture at the University of Natal in 1991. Greg practised in Durban joining Stefan Antoni Architects as a Project Architect in 1995. In 1998, Greg was made a partner in the firm, and has worked on an extensive range of residential, retail, commercial, and educational projects. A natural leader, Greg is versatile, creative and highly organised. His great interest in current affairs ensures that he regularly introduces new concepts and innovations which eagerly get absorbed into the everyday running of the office.