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We create exceptional environments that enhance the human experience.
welcome to dhk
architects, urban designers, interior designers
architects, urban designers, interior designers
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stay curious, always.
collaborate.
nurture talent.
design for the future.
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We’re architects, urban designers and interior designers. We deliver buildings, public spaces and interiors that are contextually sensitive, environmentally responsible and technically resilient.
dhk Architects was established in 1998 in a merger between Derick Henstra Architects and KCvR Architects. Today, we’re one of the largest and leading architectural studios in Africa. Since then, we’ve delivered award-winning buildings, urban designs and interior spaces in South Africa, across the continent and beyond. We have studios in Cape Town and Johannesburg and deliver for clients all over the world.
Our team of over 140 people comprises multidisciplinary design professionals and technologists, supported by experienced and talented BIM experts, architectural visualisers, graphic designers, communication specialists, administrators, HR and finance specialists. We also work collaboratively with experts in other disciplines at all stages of our projects, from design concept to practical completion.
featured projects
awards
2024
The Rubik
Best high-end Residential
The Rubik
API Awards Finalist
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2024
Ellipse Waterfall
Best high-end residential
Ellipse Waterfall
API Awards Finalist
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2024
Grand Hotel
Best Interiors
Grand Hotel
API Awards Finalist
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2024
Old Cape Quarter
Best mixed-use development
Old Cape Quarter
API Awards Finalist
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2024
Conradie Park
Best mixed-use development
Conradie Park
API Awards Finalist
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2024
Renske Haller, dhk MD
Woman in Real Estate
Renske Haller, dhk MD
API Awards Finalist
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2024
Radisson Red
Hospitality Build of the Year
Radisson Red
Scape Awards Finalist
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2024
Conradie Parks
Collaboration of the year
Conradie Parks
Scape Awards Finalist
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2024
dhk architects
Architectural Firm of the Year
dhk architects
Scape Awards Finalist
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2023
Old Cape Quarter
Award for Architecture
Old Cape Quarter
CIfA Winner
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2023
35 Lower Long
Commendation for Architecture
35 Lower Long
CIfA Winner
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2023
Conradie Park Social Housing
Award for Architecture
Conradie Park Social Housing
CIfA Winner
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2023
Radisson Red
Award of Excellence
Radisson Red
Gauteng Institute for Architecture Award Winner
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2023
Radisson Red
Architecture Award of Merit
Radisson Red
Gauteng Institute for Architecture Award Winner
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2023
Old Oak at Royal Johannesburg
Award of Merit
Old Oak at Royal Johannesburg
Gauteng Institute for Architecture Award Winner
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2023
Arup, 6 Parks Boulevard
Award of Commendation
Arup, 6 Parks Boulevard
Gauteng Institute for Architecture Award Winner
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2023
Ellipse Waterfall
Innovative Excellence
Ellipse Waterfall
SAPOA Award for innovative Excellence Winner
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2022
Old Cape Quarter
The Best Project
Old Cape Quarter
Construction World Winner
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2022
Conradie Parks
Residential Development of the Year
Conradie Parks
Reside Property Development Award Winner
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2022
35 Lower Long
Best Commercial Office Development
35 Lower Long
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2022
Old Cape Quarter
Overall Heritage
Old Cape Quarter
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2021
32 on Kloof
Overall Heritage
32 on Kloof
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2021
Parklands College "Innovation and Learning Centre"
Other Developments
Parklands College "Innovation and Learning Centre"
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2020
32 on Kloof
Concepts - Plus-Architecture +Preservation
32 on Kloof
Architizer A+ Award Winner
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2020
Delaire Graff Owner's Villa and Lodges
Best Hotels in Africa
Delaire Graff Owner's Villa and Lodges
Conde Nast Traveler: Reader's Choice Award Winner
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2020
Capitec Bank HQ
Highly Commended
Capitec Bank HQ
Construction World's Best Projects Award Winner
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2019
Sable Park
Architecture
Sable Park
A' Bronze Design Award
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2019
Axis
Architecture
Axis
A' Bronze Design Award Winner
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2019
Norval Foundation
Architecture Award
Norval Foundation
A' Gold Design Award Winner
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2019
Battery Park
Landscape Design
Battery Park
A' Silver Design Award Winner
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2019
Battery Park
Concepts - Plus-Architecture + Urban Transformation
Battery Park
Architizer A+ Award Finalist
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2019
Sable Park
Details - Plus-Architecture + Cantilever
Sable Park
Architizer A+ Special Mention
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2019
Norval Foundation
Innovation in Concrete
Norval Foundation
Fulton Award Winner
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2019
Battery Park
Buildings Greater than 3-Storeys
Battery Park
Fulton Award Winner
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2019
Norval Foundation
Silver
Norval Foundation
Loerie Award Winner
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2019
Battery Park
Overall Heritage
Battery Park
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2019
Sable Park
Office Developments Commercial
Sable Park
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2019
Norval Foundation
Other Developments
Norval Foundation
SAPOA Awards for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2017
Waterway House
Commendation
Waterway House
CIfA Award Winner
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2016
Paardevlei Lifestyle Estate
Highly Commended Development
Paardevlei Lifestyle Estate
International Property Awards Winner
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2016
Dainfern Square
Shopping centers less than 20,000 meters-squared
Dainfern Square
SACSC Retail Design + Development Award Winner
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2015
Drostdy Hotel
Regional
Drostdy Hotel
Eastern Cape Institute of Architects Award Winner
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2015
Newtown Junction
Overall Winner
Newtown Junction
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2015
Drostdy Hotel
Heritage
Drostdy Hotel
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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Newtown Junction
Transformation
Newtown Junction
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2015
Newtown Junction
Mixed-use
Newtown Junction
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2014
De Velde
Residential Development
De Velde
International Property Awards Winner
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2012
UWC Life Sciences Building
Public + Education
UWC Life Sciences Building
SAIA Awards for Excellence Winner
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2011
UWC Life Sciences Building
Architecture
UWC Life Sciences Building
CIfA Award Winner
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2011
Taj Palace Hotel
Other Category
Taj Palace Hotel
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Commendation
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2011
UWC Life Sciences Building
Other Development
UWC Life Sciences Building
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2010
15 on Orange
Architecture
15 on Orange
High Commendation - Leisure + Hospitality
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2010
Montclare
Mixed-use
Montclare
SAPOA Award For Innovative Excellence Merit
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2010
Melrose Arch Piazza
Mixed-Use
Melrose Arch Piazza
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Merit
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2010
Boulevard Office Park
Commercial
Boulevard Office Park
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2010
15 on Orange
Mixed-use
15 on Orange
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
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2009
Melrose Arch Piazza
25000sqm
Melrose Arch Piazza
Retail Design + Development Award Winner
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2009
Ahmed Baba Institute
International Development
Ahmed Baba Institute
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Merit
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2009
Melrose Arch, Galleria Roof
for Tubular Structures
Melrose Arch, Galleria Roof
Steel Tube & Pipe Manufacturers Steel Award Winner
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2007
Ahmed Baba Institute
Outstanding Design in Architecture
Ahmed Baba Institute
Architecture South Africa Project Award Winner
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2006
UCT Chemical Engineering Building
UCT Chemical Engineering Building
SAIA Merit Award Winner
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2006
CTICC
CTICC
SAIA Merit Award Winner
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2005
UCT Engineering Building
Commendation
UCT Engineering Building
CIfA Merit Award Winner
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2005
CTICC
CTICC
CIfA Merit Award Winner
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journal
events
dhk architects to participate in architecture.za
Presented since 2010, the AZA2025 urban festival returns to unite international and local architects, cultural producers, thought leaders, academics and students in the built environment to exchange and discover innovative, alternative and future approaches to design and development.
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in focus: dhk’s 3D visualisation team
In an era where architectural concepts need to leap from blueprint to reality with precision, dhk Architects' 3D Visualisation team has become an indispensable force in creating visions that showcases the building before a single brick is laid. At the helm of this specialised team is the Head of Architectural Visualisation, Pieter Van Der Bijl, a seasoned professional with 22 years at dhk.
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celebrating women 24/7/365
The history of the commemoration of Women’s Day is a vital reminder of how important women’s voices are in driving change. But we also agree that women’s contribution to our business, industry and society needs to be acknowledged, recognised, celebrated and exposed on every day of the year.
