Who we are
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Design Partnership is a leading interior design and architecture studio that creates award-winning, future-fit commercial environments that connect people, brands, and businesses. With a knowledge-led approach, the studio takes the time to deeply understand its clients—their brands, businesses, and people—to craft meaningful and inspiring creative solutions.
Over the past 29 years, Design Partnership has built a strong presence with offices in Cape Town and Johannesburg, and partnerships in Dublin and Mauritius. Specialising in hospitality, retail, and workplace design, the studio delivers innovative spaces that are both locally and globally recognised. In addition to design expertise, Design Partnership offers comprehensive services in design, build, procurement, and turnkey solutions, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to completion.
Adrian Morris
Richard Laws
CarinA Share
Leaders behind DP
Great design starts with a great process
Strategy
Tailored design process translating into design strategy:
- Brief Development
- Research & Benchmarking
- Brand Articulation
- Art Direction
Design
Architectural and Interior Design teams specializing in:
- Design Concept and Development
- Signage & Branding
- 3D Environments
- Technical Implementation
Build
Implementation of design concept includes:
- Project Management
- Procurement & Export
- Compliance
- Turnkey Services
Our Awards
Our clients
What our clients say
"I just wanted to drop you a note to say thank you for the hard work, passion, and persistence through the coffee shop phase of the project. You have all been absolutely amazing and true to our brief, and to your word, that you would create a space that we could all be immensely proud of and that would live on the cover of any design magazine. You delivered that in spades. The feedback from staff has been amazing so far and it has already shifted the energy of our space, so thank you. On to the next phase!"
"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. Our business-changing ‘CX’ stores are a testament to the success of the long-term partnership we have developed with them."
"Pareto (Pty) Ltd appointed Design Partnership for the Turn-Key design and fit-out our new Head Office in Sandton City. Despite very tight timelines and a complex brief, they managed to deliver a world class design and final product that met all our expectations. Design Partnership delivered the project on time, within budget and with the highest standard of build quality. We received a superior level of service and attention from a highly skilled design and project team from inception, with every member of their team willing to to go the extra mile to meet out exacting standards. We have the pleasure of writing this letter of recommendation as values, skill and professionalism shown by the Design Partnership team is noteworthy and we wish them all the best with their future endeavours."
"Design Partnership has always been forward-thinking in all the developments they have been involved with for the Group, with their "out of the box" approach they have pushed our Brands to think differently. As a testament to their high level of design work, DP were awarded the following RDDA awards held in 2018, runner up for Duesouth Sandton and overall winner in the Retail category for Relay Jeans Braamfontein. In conclusion, DP are a loyal and trusted supplier to TFG, and we have the highest regard for them as a key business partner."
"We’ve been working with Design Partnership for several years, and we love how authentically they partner and collaborate with us. Most recently, we’ve worked with them on refreshing the in-store look and feel at Edgars, and we’re also currently working together on our new flagship stores, which we’re all incredibly excited about. The Design Partnership designers and architects take to heart what is needed, they are innovative and cutting edge and tapped into global trends, but at the same time know exactly how to resonate with the South African market. And for all that epic talent, they’re still incredibly humble to work with. Design Partnership is truly an extension of our own core design team."
"Hi Adrian - I was going to give you a call but I believe you on holiday in Mauritius, Just wanted to let you know how pleased I am with Fourways and to congratulate you and your team. Hopefully it's a piece of work you are proud of. Thank you for your partnership and the incredibly hard work and support of you and your team. Much appreciated. Chat when you are back."
"I just wanted to drop you a note to say thank you for the hard work, passion, and persistence through the coffee shop phase of the project. You have all been absolutely amazing and true to our brief, and to your word, that you would create a space that we could all be immensely proud of and that would live on the cover of any design magazine. You delivered that in spades. The feedback from staff has been amazing so far and it has already shifted the energy of our space, so thank you. On to the next phase!"
"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. Our business-changing ‘CX’ stores are a testament to the success of the long-term partnership we have developed with them."
"Pareto (Pty) Ltd appointed Design Partnership for the Turn-Key design and fit-out our new Head Office in Sandton City. Despite very tight timelines and a complex brief, they managed to deliver a world class design and final product that met all our expectations. Design Partnership delivered the project on time, within budget and with the highest standard of build quality. We received a superior level of service and attention from a highly skilled design and project team from inception, with every member of their team willing to to go the extra mile to meet out exacting standards. We have the pleasure of writing this letter of recommendation as values, skill and professionalism shown by the Design Partnership team is noteworthy and we wish them all the best with their future endeavours."
"Design Partnership has always been forward-thinking in all the developments they have been involved with for the Group, with their "out of the box" approach they have pushed our Brands to think differently. As a testament to their high level of design work, DP were awarded the following RDDA awards held in 2018, runner up for Duesouth Sandton and overall winner in the Retail category for Relay Jeans Braamfontein. In conclusion, DP are a loyal and trusted supplier to TFG, and we have the highest regard for them as a key business partner."
"We’ve been working with Design Partnership for several years, and we love how authentically they partner and collaborate with us. Most recently, we’ve worked with them on refreshing the in-store look and feel at Edgars, and we’re also currently working together on our new flagship stores, which we’re all incredibly excited about. The Design Partnership designers and architects take to heart what is needed, they are innovative and cutting edge and tapped into global trends, but at the same time know exactly how to resonate with the South African market. And for all that epic talent, they’re still incredibly humble to work with. Design Partnership is truly an extension of our own core design team."
"Hi Adrian - I was going to give you a call but I believe you on holiday in Mauritius, Just wanted to let you know how pleased I am with Fourways and to congratulate you and your team. Hopefully it's a piece of work you are proud of. Thank you for your partnership and the incredibly hard work and support of you and your team. Much appreciated. Chat when you are back."
