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About Us
Albert van Wyk started Altermar Konstruksie in September 1973 and today it is still a tightly run family business. We have
acquired a reputation for producing fine, handcrafted cluster homes, townhouses
and residences.
We pride ourselves on our fine workmanship, fair dealing and faultless finished
products of the highest quality. Many of our past clients have been so impressed
with their investments that they have come back to us for additional products.
In the earlier years Altermar built small houses in Brackenhurst and Brackendowns.
In the 80’s Altermar built mostly in Glenvista, Mulbarton and Glenanda.
Other projects included:
Factories in Germiston, ticket offices on railway lines for SA Railways, office
block in Blairgowrie, BP Garage, The Boulders in Midrand, 4 houses at Westlake
Country and Safari Estate, Hartebeespoort Dam, 5 houses Bassonia Estates, 42 houses
in Cedar Lakes, 2 houses at The 2000 Star Homes Show in Cedar Lakes, 5 houses in
Belvane in Lonehill.
Complexes:
Lord Albert in Paulshof, Westwoods in Melrose North, Rosewood in Douglasdale,
Chesterfield Place, The Savoy, Les Jardines and Les Fleurs all in Bryanston, Fynbos
in Ferndale.
Connoisseur’s Corner (Published in SA Home Owner Nov/Dec 2003)
Albert van Wyk :
Altermar Konstruksie
 How did you get into your industry?
Carpentry is a hobby, and I began as a subcontractor, doing built-in cupboards, doors and all interior finishes for homes. My ambition drove me to undertake full contracts – small houses at first, then larger, sophisticated structures.
Where did you study to acquire the skills for your profession / trade?
Being on site all day with all the various trades is the best mentor anyone can wish for. This is where you encounter all of the pitfalls and discover how to overcome them. At the age of 65, I am still learning from everyone that I work with.
What is your biggest work related achievement?
My biggest achievement is to have established firstly, a name for myself as a reliable building contractor, and secondly a construction company that has recently celebrate 30 years with a reputation of striving to do the best possible for every client.
It is a wonderful feeling to meet people whose homes I built over 20 years ago and hear how happy they still are, or to have them refer their friends to me.
What are your goals for the growth and development of your business, or where do you see trends in your industry leading?
The high standards of workmanship to which we have adhered over the past 30 years will be our guidelines for the future. I think that the industry will continually demand higher quality in the years to come and only the best will survive the competitive environment.
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