About DesignScape Architecture & Design

Architecture and design for organisations that want creative, innovative solutions

At DesignScape Architects, our team believes that design has the power to make our clients more relevant and more effective. Keep reading to learn how design can transform your organisation.

Why choose Design Scape?

What sets us apart from other architecture firms is our ability to communicate and clarify every phase of the project— from clearly defined project parameters and scope of work, to conceptual design and visualisation, to detail-minded construction administration and the final walkthrough.

We work hard through every project phase to be efficient, helpful, and responsive and ensure our clients feel confident about their decision to hire us and the work we are doing for them.

Great Design Is A Journey, Let Us Be Your Guide

We make change & growth easier for your organisation.

For many organisations, a key obstacle to change or growth is knowing where to begin and which path to take. There are many ideas and options to choose from, but what you really need is a knowledgeable guide to help you make the best decisions.

At Design Scape, our experienced team guides you through our proven process for success. We take you from initial ideas to completed project with a full-service process that delivers full-service results.

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Diversity Creates Innovation

Our practise was founded by a core group of architects. Since then we have grown to a team of 20 with offices in Cape Town and Durban, serving clients both locally and nationally. At Design Scape, we take great pride in our diverse team. By bringing together various cultural influences, educational backgrounds, and personal histories, we have created a stimulating environment that allows for open discussion and exploration of innovative ideas and solutions.

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How We Help You

Architecture is a complex process often involving a wide range of ideas and inputs from many different stakeholders. Developing solutions that create common ground is as much an art as it is a science. At Design Scape, one thread connects art and science — our clear and proven process. With our experience and expertise, we have designed a process to take you from a simple idea, want, or need, to a fully-functioning building.

Get in touch to share your ideas and start your project.

Our Blog Is a Great Source of Information

The Impact of Colour Psychology in Interior Design

By David Marriott • 17 Oct, 2024

Colour psychology plays a vital role in interior design, influencing our emotions, behaviours, and the overall ambience of a space. Designers carefully select colour palettes to evoke specific feelings and create environments that support the intended use of each room. Understanding how different colours impact perception allows interior designers in Cape Town to enhance the aesthetic and emotional experience for occupants. Let’s explore how various colours influence mood and behaviour, and how interior designers, including Cape Town's Design Scape Architects, use these principles to create thoughtful and harmonious spaces.

Meet the Team: Who Works with an Architect on a Design Project?

By David Marriott • 17 Apr, 2023

Overwhelmed by all the people you need to hire to work on your design project? Read our simple guide to help you understand who works with an architect.

Designing An Airport Terminal: 7 Steps to a Completed Project

By David Marriott • 13 Apr, 2023

Get expert advice on designing an airport terminal from the architects who designed Africa’s best airport, Cape Town International Airport.

The Commercial Design Process: How it Works in Cape Town

By Fred Acurero • 13 Apr, 2023

Want to know how the commercial design process works in Cape Town? Read our 6 simple steps from experienced architects, so you’ll know what to expect.

Designing for the South African Climate

By Design Scape Architects • 13 Mar, 2022

Anyone living in South Africa can confirm that the country’s climatic conditions usually range from temperate in the interior plateau, to Mediterranean in the southwestern corner. Naturally, we cannot forget the small area in the northwest which boasts a desert climate.

The Architecture of Cape Town, South Africa – Part 3

By Design Scape Architects • 14 Feb, 2022

In our two previous blog installments, we have explored the rich yet often inequitable history of the architecture of Cape Town. However, our journey is not yet at an end.