construction of custom-designed properties where, as he puts it, “Each design has a meaning and a purpose.” Brad was quick to identify the many advantages of CFS frame construction and now considers it a necessity in the homes he builds. He spotted the potential for CFS frame construction from a practical point of view and with a constructor’s eye for the whole process. While understanding how the system can be used to help construct affordable housing, he also recognised the potential for the construction of larger properties that he could offer at a more competitive price. CFS frames provide significant improvement, coupled with considerable savings in construction time and labor costs.
Bewketu Arifu – HouseDocs
Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in November 1988, Bewketu Arifu’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming the CEO of HouseDocs is a testament to his resilience, vision, and entrepreneurial spirit. Arifu grew up loved by a family that valued both justice and care—qualities he inherited from his father, a lawyer, and his mother, a nurse. After losing both parents, his pursuit of success became a driving force not just for personal growth but also for supporting his family.
Arifu joined the prestigious Ethiopian Institute of Architecture, Building Construction & City Development (EiABC) at Addis Ababa University. He excelled as a top student in his field and gained proficiency in Autodesk Revit. By his third year, he had already begun teaching Revit to real estate and
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