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Every workplace detail, designed.

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Every hospitality
experience, considered.

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Every retail brand,
brought to life.

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We design and build commercial
interior environments.

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About Design Partnership

Different sectors.
Different perspectives.
Better ideas.

Design Partnership creates commercial interiors for workplace, hospitality and retail environments, combining design strategy, interior architecture and turnkey delivery.

For over 30 years, curiosity has shaped the way we work. By working across workplace, hospitality and retail, every project teaches us something new, and those ideas naturally find their way into the next. We take projects from concept through to completion, managing every stage with complete transparency in costing and delivery. Along the way, we've built a reputation for honest advice, lasting relationships and an unwavering commitment to getting the details right.

About Us

Three Decades of Design

30+YrsCreating bespoke design-led spaces people genuinely want to be in.

Projects Delivered

1000+Trusted by clients to bring their ideas to life.

Award-Winning Design

20+Internationally recognised for our craft and expertise.

Locations

4Johannesburg, Cape Town, Mauritius and Ireland. National and international capability.

Our Expertise

Three pillars.
One expert team.

Workplace lounge with a coffered timber ceiling and soft breakout seating.

Workplace Design
& Office Fit Out

Whether you're reimagining an existing office or creating something new, we offer turn-key solutions including workplace strategy, design and documentation, project management, furniture procurement and build.

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Restaurant interior showing hospitality design and build expertise.

Hospitality Interior
Design & Fit Out

Our ambition is to create memorable hospitality experiences by placing people at the heart of every design. Our expertise spans hotels, food and beverage destinations, bespoke restaurants, franchise rollouts and quick service restaurants.

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Retail store design with branded displays and visual merchandising.

Retail Interior
Design & Fit Out

Our approach to retail is to balance the art and the science of retail, taking a customer centric approach. Our experience extends across categories through apparel, homeware, DIY / Services, Health and Beauty.

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Spur restaurant entrance with illuminated signage.
Amazon Campus workplace interior in Cape Town.
Totalsports store design in Tshwane.

Our Portfolio

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The Design Partnership Difference

Why choose
Design Partnership?

Cross-Sector Intelligence

Working across workplace, hospitality and retail gives us a broader perspective on how people interact with space. Every project challenges our thinking, allowing ideas from one sector to inspire another and creating environments that feel fresh, considered and genuinely distinctive.

End-to-End Expertise

Every project is different, which is why our services are designed to be flexible. Whether you require design consultancy, architecture, project management or a complete turnkey solution, we tailor our approach to your ambitions while managing every detail from concept to completion. Design Partnership supports design, documentation, procurement, project management and build delivery.

Partnerships Built on Trust

The best projects are built on strong relationships. We believe in honest advice, transparent communication and doing what we say we'll do. It's an approach that has earned the trust of our clients for more than three decades and continues to bring them back time and again.

Our Clients

We keep good
company.

The best relationships are built over time. We're proud to work with organisations that value thoughtful design, trust our process, and continue to return to us project after project.

Client Stories

Our experience working with the DP team was outstanding from start to finish. The designers, architects, project managers, supervisors, and contractors consistently displayed professionalism, collaboration, responsiveness, and a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure the success of the project.
Sharon WeidemanProject Coordinator
DP’s tenant services exceeded expectations. Their deep understanding of the work and ability to leverage relationships make them a standout provider in the field. We proudly recommend DP to other corporates seeking professional design and fitout services in Sub-Saharan Africa or across the globe.
Himanshu KesharwaniGeneral Manager
Norcros has had a long and fruitful relationship with Design Partnership. DP has consistently challenged our thinking on the development of our retail space in Tile Africa. Adrian and his team scan world trends, which they then interpret accurately for local markets and individual clients. The DP team have a genuine interest in what they do and this reflects in their commitment to our business.
Thomas WillcocksManaging Director - Norcros SA (Tile Africa)
Design Partnership's foremost strength lies in its exceptional attentiveness to clients. The teams dedicated substantial time in comprehending our brief and expectations, demonstrating remarkable receptivity and adaptability in aligning their design with our guests’ needs. By engaging collaboratively with our Chefs, F&B managers, Sommelier, and all Artisans involved in a restaurant's operation, Design Partnership achieved an exceptional and innovative outcome.
Jean-Louis PismontChief Operations Office
01/04

Awards

Celebrating
excellence.

Every award represents the collective talent, passion and attention to detail that goes into every project we deliver.

2025SAPOABest Interior, AMAZON
2025IHABest Restaurant, BLU MARLIN
2024APALeisure Interior, SPUR
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Latest Features, Insights & News

News

Blue Marlin Restaurant Interior Featured in Scape Magazine

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News

Big Builds - Scape Vol 116 - May 2025

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Workplace Redefined: Moving Beyond Materialism to Redefining Luxury
Article

Workplace Redefined: Moving Beyond Materialism to Redefining Luxury

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Careers

Great places start
with great people.
Calling curious minds.

We'd love to meet you. Browse our latest available roles and discover what it's like to build your career at Design Partnership.

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Let's create
something amazing!

Every great project starts with a conversation. Whether you're planning a new workplace, hospitality or retail space, we'd love to hear what's next.

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FAQs

The questions with
honest answers.

Can you separate your services?

Absolutely. Our services can be tailored to your needs, from design-only through to full design, procurement and build.

Can you refurbish an existing space?

Yes! We can transform existing spaces, working with what you have to create something fresh, functional and fit for purpose.

Is design and build more cost-effective?

Yes, due to having one team manage the design and build creates greater cost control, reduces risk and streamlines the process.

Can you work within my budget?

Absolutely. We design with your budget in mind from the start, balancing quality, creativity and cost to get the best value from your investment.

Can you create 3D visualisations before construction begins?

Yes. We create detailed 3D visualisations to help you see and experience the design before anything is built.

Can you supply furniture as part of the project?

Yes, we have a dedicated procurement team.We can source, supply and coordinate furniture as part of the project, making the process seamless from concept to completion.