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The Cape Institute for Architecture, formerly known as the Cape Institute of Architects, was formed in 1900.

The Cape Institute for Architecture is affiliated to the South African Institute of Architects (SAIA) and is one of eleven regional institutes. The Institute is constituted according to the Architects Act 44 of 2000. All member categories are required to be registered with the statutory body, the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).

Objectives

  • To promote the art, science, research and practice of architecture.
  • To serve the interests of its members.
  • To uphold the dignity of the profession through maintaining a code of
    conduct, professional competence and integrity, which has been established by its
    affiliated bodies, the South African Institute of Architects (SAIA) and the South African
    Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).

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Membership of the Cape Institute for Architecture is available to architects, architectural technologists, draughtspersons and other categories. For more details see
membership categories.


The Cape Institute for Architecture Management Committee is elected every two years according to the constitution. It consists of the:

President - Laura Robinson
Vice-President - Philip Stiekema
Past President - Deborah Preller
Co-opted Voting Members
Chapter Representatives
Convenors of the following Sub-committees:

  • Executive & Finance
  • Practice and Professional Development
  • Heritage
  • Habitat (previously Environment & Planning)
  • Architectural Promotions/Transformation
  • Education

The Executive Officer, assisted by three administrative staff members, execute the affairs of the CIA.

Membership of the South African Council for the Architectural Profession is mandatory.
Membership of the Cape Institute for Architecture is voluntary.

Benefits Applicable To ALL Categories Of Members
Benefits Applicable To SPECIFIC Categories Of Members

Contact the Cape Institute for Architecture if you have any queries.

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