Archictecture Firm Intern (CCJOB2277)
Closing Date:01/01/2011
Discipline:  Placement + Voluntary
Constructs LLC is a design and development firm specializing in 'innovative' solutions in architecture and product and materials design. They are based in Accra, LA and Washington and are working on a wide range of products from, high end condos through mobile food carts to affordable housing. They are entering manufacturing with their pozzolana cement starting next year. The organization is currently involved in the following projects: * The ‘Akwaaba’ project, which seeks to develop residential models and an environment which takes into account, culture, history, climate, and economics to shape dwellings, which are both livable and affordable. Currently, Constructs is involved in explorations to confirm that the use of bamboo for affordable housing is viable. * Building a new generation of private homes and commercial buildings featuring modern design and advanced building techniques. 4 of these projects are ongoing. * Developing an eco-water receptacle to replace plastic sachet bags which are used locally in place of plastic bottles for conveniently storing drinking water. Their current office staff in Accra comprises of architects, materials researchers, graphic designer and project managers. They have created an atelier of sorts where students and professionals alike can interact productively. Available Positions: - Researchers - Web & Graphic Designers - Product Developers - Architecture Students - Office Administrators
Contact Details
Method of Recruitment:  Application Form
Contact Name: 
John Bart-Plange
Address: 
Keta Close, Ring Road Central
 
Accra, Ghana
Tel. Number: 
+233 (0)21 222 726
E-mail: 
info@ikando.org ; john@ikando.org ; georgia@ikando.org
Website: 
http://ikando.org/constructs.html