Скачать или смотреть Designing Legacy: Jay de Wet on Purpose-Driven Architecture, Passion & Building Beautifully - EP 13

In this episode of the Success Builders Podcast, host Lizna Nel sits down with visionary architect Jay de Wet of SKI Architects to explore the intersection of creativity, culture, and client-centered design. From dream homes and retirement sanctuaries to affordable housing and high-security psychiatric facilities, Jay’s passion for building spaces that matter shines through.
Whether you’re designing your future or just love stories about passion and purpose, this episode delivers insights into how architecture shapes lives—and why doing it beautifully matters.

🎙️ Hosted by: Lizna Nel – Host of Success Builders Podcast
👨‍💼 With Special Guest: Jay de Wet – Architect & Co-Founder of SKI Architects

Jay de Wet is the founder and director of Schuur Architects, a Cape Town-based architectural firm specializing in residential, commercial, industrial, and heritage projects. With a Master of Architecture from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Jay emphasizes efficient, innovative designs that enhance the surrounding environment. As a registered professional architect with SACAP, he leads a firm known for delivering functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces on time and within budget.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ How Jay turned a childhood fascination into a lifelong career
✔️ The family history and meaning behind the SKI Architects name
✔️ What makes a retirement home meaningful and unique
✔️ Why expats are returning to South Africa—and how he designs for them
✔️ The impact of efficient design in both luxury and affordable housing
✔️ How one project for the criminally insane pushed his creativity
✔️ Advice for young architects and visionaries

⏳ Timestamps:
📌 00:00 – Introduction to Success Builders Podcast
📌 00:31 – Jay de Wet’s Early Inspiration
📌 01:27 – Educational Journey and Career Beginnings
📌 01:49 – The Story Behind SKI Architects
📌 03:48 – Success Stories and Notable Projects
📌 05:15 – Design Philosophy and Client Relationships
📌 08:16 – Working with Expats and Unique Requests
📌 20:04 – Architectural Challenges and Complex Projects
📌 23:15 – Advice for Aspiring Architects
📌 24:33 – Conclusion and Contact Information

📇 Connect with Jay de Wet:
🌐 Website → https://www.schuur.co.za/index.html
📘 Facebook →   / jay.dewet  
🔗 LinkedIn →   / jay-de-wet-4011a52a  

🎙 Follow Lizna Nel:
🌎 Website → https://www.liznanel.com/
📘 Facebook →   / lizna.nel  
📷 Instagram →   / liznanel  

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