ABOUT

Douglas & Company is a Cape Town-based architecture and product design studio led by Liani Douglas. Working across architecture, interiors and objects, the practice is interested in creating complete environments, exploring the relationship between buildings, objects and the people who inhabit them.

The studio approaches each project as an individual response to its context, brief and the people who will inhabit it. Design is informed by an interest in materiality, texture and form, balancing the poetic with the pragmatic to create spaces that are both purposeful and engaging.

As a small, design-focused practice, Douglas & Company offers a personal and hands-on architectural service with direct involvement throughout the design and construction process.

Close collaboration with clients, consultants and craftspeople is central to the studio's approach, with careful attention given to the development and realisation of each project.

ARCHITECTURE

The studio's architectural work encompasses new buildings, alterations and additions, and adaptive reuse across residential and commercial projects.

Douglas & Company has received numerous design awards recognising its commitment to contextual design, craftsmanship and architectural excellence.

The practice is registered with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession and is a member of the South African Institute of Architects and the Cape Institute for Architecture.

PRODUCT DESIGN

Working across scales is integral to the studio's design approach. Alongside architecture, Douglas & Company develops bespoke furniture and collectible design pieces, exploring materials, fabrication and craftsmanship.

The studio's debut furniture collection, Africana Familia, was presented at Design Indaba in 2012 as part of the Emerging Creatives programme. Subsequent collaborations and exhibitions have included Mr Price HOME, 100% Design South Africa, Southern Guild and Design Days Dubai.

All pieces are designed and made to order in Cape Town, South Africa.

SERVICES

Douglas & Company provides full or tailored architectural and design services, from initial concept development through to construction.

Architecture
New residential and commercial buildings, alterations and additions, heritage buildings and adaptive reuse.

Interior Design
Residential and commercial interiors, including bespoke interior elements and furniture.

Product & Furniture Design
Bespoke furniture, custom objects and collectible design pieces.

Creative Consultation
Design direction and creative collaboration across architecture, interiors and objects.

AWARDS