For it's CAD software, the firm has been utilising Archicad since 1996.  All its workstations were converted full-time to it in 1998, when it became the exclusive CAD software used in the office.  It is used throughout the stages, i.e. from conceptual stages, to detailing, through to contract administration. The software is a 3rd generation CAD software, treating the building as one information model.  This allows for the creation of quick and accurate drawings.  Changes to documentation are also quick and accurate, allowing the firm to easily adapt and improve on the designs. At any stage in the building documentation process, accurate 3-D's can be generated.  3-D's not only give the client accurate images of the building, but also assist engineers, quantity surveyors and contractors to construct the projects.  The software also assists the client in the post construction management of the buildings, whereby it is able to coordinate all services and tenant requirements.  In 2010, the firmed started migrating all new projects onto a BIMServer.  This literally allows more than one person to work on one drawing sheet at a time, resulting in even greater efficiency and output.  The persons do not even have to be in the same office or even on the same continent.   

The firm does it's own in-house training on the package. It is also a regular contributor to the Archicad users forum. This ensures that it uses the software to the full potential and is kept up to date with the latest developments. 

For energy usage models, the firm uses EcoDesigner.  Being integrated into our CAD package, we can produce energy usage calculations, including carbon footprints within a few minutes for all our projects (from 1998).  This allows us to try and test out various design options in order to achiece the desired energy efficiency. 

For more detailed and professional renderings and animation, Artlantis Studio is used.

The firm is also an avid supporter of open source software.  It runs Linux servers.  

Aziz Tayob Architects Inc is an architectural firm based in Pretoria, South Africa.  Established over 39 years ago (1970) in Johannesburg, it has experience in more than 700 projects all over the country, ranging from residential, commercial, educational, community, religious, restoration and state projects.

The firm has strove to create buildings that are honest, functional, though provoking and innovative.  The firms design approach has also been to achieve the most advantageous designs from the very limited resources and space available, free from trendy frills.

In recognition of this, the firm has received numerous merit awards for design.