About
boc.Architecture is a growing full-service architectural company dedicated to the concept that design is a socially responsible and environmentally respectful pursuit.
We have a commitment to architecture because it can dictate the journey of life and what people experience. Architecture is not simply a house or building, it is a collaboration between people and the environment. It is dynamic because it needs to respond to the evolving needs of society, while at the same time it is slow to change because culture is reluctant to break from its past. Therefore we believe that buildings are best expressed through their purpose given that they interact sympathetically with their surroundings. The principles that we have adopted are based on the transparency between people and their respective contexts.
Principles
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To create buildings that integrate into the urban fabric, by forming connections between buildings and cities.
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To create spaces that open onto their environment, which are as much for the individual as they are for the masses.
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To conform to climate, by designing buildings and spaces that are self-sustainable.
Services
The strength of our practice lies in our love for providing for people.
Architecture - Our soul and heart; our all-rounded architectural services include; conceptual and schematic design, design development and construction documentation, assisting with contractor bidding and negotiating and construction contract administration. We are a fusion of art and functionality, a play of imagination and realism.
Project Management & Quantity Surveying - We provide cost estimates and control costs for all sizes of construction projects. We make sure that structures meet legal and quality standards.
Planning & Development, urban research, and the facilitation of integrated development plans;
Interior design - We develop interiors based on the architectural functionality of each design.
Additional Services - We believe that our designs should function the way we envisioned them to function, so we can provide in house the following services.
Structural Engineering; Sustainable Design; Graphic Design; Branding.
Our Architectural Design Process
At boc Architecture, we believe in a collaborative and transparent design process. Our goal is to understand your unique needs and translate them into captivating architectural solutions. This is the space where creativity and functionality intersect, where every detail is carefully considered to ensure a seamless outcome. From concept to completion, we are here to bring your architectural dreams to reality.
Our Team
Methodology
BOC operates on a team approach, bringing together clients and professionals in a collaboration of knowledge, needs and efforts, to generate greater results and enhance solutions. We constantly strive to explore creative opportunities within each project undertaken.
Bruno Onions Chitara
ARCHITECT
(M.ARCH);
BRI VERIFIER;
|PARTNER
Seasoned architect and educator with a Master’s degree in Architecture and over 16 years of experience in architectural design, project management, and building audits.
As the founder of boc Architecture, he leads a full-service practice that has delivered projects for high-profile clients, including the European Union and TotalEnergies in Mozambique. He collaborates with SGS Mozambique on building pathology audits, managing multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient, high-quality outcomes. Certified as a Building Resilience Verifier by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank Group, Bruno brings a forward-thinking approach to sustainable and resilient design.
His career spans key roles, including Project Architect for Vale Mozambique and Design Architect for Mesch Architects, where he combined technical precision with creative leadership. Committed to education, he also teaches art and design, nurturing students’ visual communication skills.
Hercilio Pedro De Almeida
ARCHITECT - URBAN PLANNER;
| JUNIOR ARCHITECT
Architect dedicated to the design, development, and management support of innovative architectural projects, with skills and experience across all phases of the architectural process, from preliminary studies and conceptual development to executive projects and detailed architectural and construction documentation, primarily in residential and housing projects.
Approaches are tailored to client needs, guided by best practices and respectful of environmental context and setting, contributing to the creation of spaces that are not only aesthetic but also vibrant, dynamic, functional, and above all, efficient and sustainable. Committed to architectural excellence and continuous development, with a constant drive to integrate and innovate through best practices in the profession.
Joined the firm in June 2025 and is currently a co-author on some projects.