Who We Are
I am Gustav de Necker, a professional architect with over a decade of experience in large-scale commercial, civic, and high-end residential projects across South Africa. My career has been shaped by a passion for problem-solving, strategic thinking, and delivering well-planned, high-quality built environments.
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As a senior associate at Co-Arc International Architects, I gained extensive expertise in managing complex projects—from high-level coordination with professional teams to resolving intricate design, logistical, and budget challenges. My role required clear client communication, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to navigate evolving project dynamics with confidence.
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Building on this foundation, I pursued an MBA at Henley Business School to expand my strategic and analytical capabilities. This has strengthened my ability to assess complex problems, drive creative solutions, and approach projects with a broad, long-term perspective.
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With GDN Advisory, I bring together my architectural expertise, project management experience, and business acumen to provide insightful, strategic guidance.
My goal is to help clients make informed decisions by giving them insightful and practical advice so that they can start and complete their projects with confidence.
I believe that having the right information is half the battle. By knowing more ahead of time, clients are able to navigate the complexities of building projects with more clarity and less stress.

Education
2022-2024
Henley Business School
(University of Reading)
Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
2015-2016
University of the Witwatersrand
M.Arch (Professional) : Masters in Architecture
BAS Honours : Bachelor of Architectural Studies with Honours
2006-2012
University of Cape Town
BAS: Bachelor of Architectural Studies
BA: Bachelor of the Arts - Film and Media and Production
2000-2004
St Stithians College
Matriculated: 4 Distinctions
Professional
PrArch 46315477
​South African Council for the Architectural Profession
