CURRENT MISSION

Explore, learn, structure, question, design

ABOUT ME

Started working as an Architect in my home town Windhoek, Namibia after completing my studies in 2012. Even during my studies I felt that in my position as a designer of space, I have to experience other cultures, see other ways of life and possibilities to make me a more mature person and well-rounded Architect. I have always been eager to go and explore...

I would describe myself as a critical thinker - open-minded, eager to learn and analytical. Although I am more introverted and reserved I enjoy meeting people that share my interests, will challenge me on my beliefs and will share their ideas and opinions. I am honest, straightforward and uncomplicated. For this reason I enjoy exploring underground scenes of music, arts and cultures and getting to know people in their local environment.

I prefer to live shows, performances and concerts to discos and clubs and truly enjoy nights of exploration and adventure that have you end up in a dodgy bar full of interesting characters.

PHILOSOPHY

Laughter, tears are part of life – Embrace new paths, make the best of it - remember the good times and never lose your roots!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

Soon to be travelling where I hope to be hosted by interesting and friendly hosts. Hope to be able to do the same in return.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I am new to couch surfing and have no experience to mention. I have my own place now and hope to host some interesting people soon. Also have not surfed yet but hope to change that soon.

Interests

Design | Philosophy | Cooking | Music | Gardening | Photography | Art | Nature| Underground cultures and activities | Furniture design | Carpentry and wood working |

• arts
• architecture
• design
• photography
• concerts
• environment
• dining
• cooking
• recipes
• clubbing
• gardening
• traveling
• socializing
• music
• guitar
• surfing
• scuba diving

Music, Movies, and Books

I enjoy Heavy Metal, Hard-Rock, and Punk with a specific interest in the beginnings of Metal from the Punk scene and really appreciate the 80'€™s bay area thrash metal. I don'€™t understand or appreciate electronic / computer generated music but on the contrary really value any music made and performed by people and their physical interaction with their instruments which can range from metal and rock over classical music, Irish folk music to flamenco and jazz.

When I get the time I enjoy reading novels, especially crime novels by Jo Nesbo and Stieg Larson. I also appreciate satirical works such as "Er ist wieder da"€.

When it comes to movies I would chose a comedy, action romance or even documentary movie over a science fiction, fantasy or horror movie. I like films that truly engage with the realities of people, their circumstances and real world complexities. Still I also like to engage in movies that challenge or realities of existence and perception such as "€œInception"€ or "Butterfly Effect"€.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Diving with Whale Sharks, Dolphins and Manta Rays while travelling Mozambique.

Teach, Learn, Share

As an elementary Spanish learner, I would love to advance my skills especially in conversing with Spaniards and learn more about their cultures and traditions. In return I could teach you some German, English or Afrikaans.

Passionate about food and cooking, I would also be interested in local recipes, traditional spices and special ingredients.

After 5 years of studying architecture there is probably still little I can teach you about designing buildings, but I can probably share my views and knowledge on design, composition, theories and concepts.

Furthermore I could show you the basics of playing guitar and teach you the odd song or riff to be played on a bass guitar.

Countries I’ve Visited

Botswana, Mozambique, Qatar, Saudi Arabia

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, Namibia, South Africa