AXIOM ARC is a contemporary, award-winning architectural firm, founded in 1994 by Peter Ries. Formerly known as Ries Shaw Architects, AXIOM ARC seamlessly fuses bold, contemporary design with technical and ethical integrity of process and quality. With over 40 years of combined experience, we have developed our skills to provide a comprehensive service across all spheres of architecture.
EXCELLENCE
We bring dynamic energy and professionalism to every project, which translates into value-engineered projects that have our stamp of expert, cutting-edge distinction. As South African architecture draws closer to international trends, Ries Shaw Architects spearheads contemporary, exceptional design for commercial, residential, industrial and recreational applications.
Client-First
Our designs and projects are completed with our clients’ needs in mind – what matters most to us is that our clients are heard and their desires take precedence in design and implementation. We are the architects who listen. Our reputation is one of outstanding reliability. We design for maximum effect, functionality and appeal while ensuring that budgets are adhered to and timelines are met.
MULTIFACETED
Diversity is part of our approach and we are equally proficient in commercial, residential, industrial and recreational architecture. This diversity lends an all-round strength and symmetry to our designs and service provision.
PROCESS DRIVEN
Architecture is the synthesis of inspiration and practicality, moderated through the process of technology required to build it. Harmony of architecture and landscape is essential. Inspiration and creativity need to be tempered by a comprehensive design and construction process that leads to a high quality end result which meets the client’s brief, budget and timeline. At Ries Shaw Architects we embrace a process that is rooted in integrity and reinforced with accountability and an assurance to deliver according to the specifications of the client. We incorporate an accurate assessment of the topography and climatology of a site once we have received a brief from the client. Green standards are employed in all our designs.
EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
At Ries Shaw we have all round expertise across the spectrum of architecture. We offer a full range of architectural services.
Our focus is on completing a project to specification, within the client’s budget and timeline while providing the client with exceptional service and cutting-edge design.
ARCHITECTRUAL SERVICES
Brief Assessment and Needs Analysis of the Client
- Site Analysis
- Comprehensive 3D Sketch Designs which meet the Client’s approval
- Approval Within the Framework of the Municipal and National Building Regulations – we guarantee approval within the frameworks of the South African National Standards (SANS) and Municipal by laws.
- We accede to and support Green Standards.
Technical and Construction Detailing
Tender Documentation
Within the Legal Framework of the JBCC
Document Contract Administration
Ensures the design is built according to Specification and Budget
Completion
Final Certification by Municipal Authorities and Approval for Occupation
OUR PROCESS
- NBriefing and Consultation
- NPresentation of Conceptual Designs
- NAdding information to designs
- NSubmitting Plans to Municipality for approval
- NConstruction Commences
- NProject Completion & Handover