Francois Hugo

Francois Hugo is a seasoned Professional Architect with more than 20 years’ experience in the architectural sector. His area of expertise is high-end residential developments. Francois has worked in South Africa, the United Kingdom, and on projects in several African countries. Projects he’s been involved in over the years range from major urban regeneration schemes, large retail and commercial buildings, airports, leisure facilities, housing developments and large-scale office fitouts, to numerous upmarket single residences.

His projects at dhk include 5 Dock Road, a luxury residential development at the V&A Waterfront and The Paradigm, a new mixed-use development in the Cape Town CBD. Before joining dhk in 2023, Francois was a partner at another well-known firm in Cape Town, where he headed the technical department. Francois has focused on developing his technological skills and previously served as a part-time Revit lecturer at BHC Design School. Francois also has a keen interest in innovative technical detailing and resolution, sustainability and AI integration into BIM.