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About InterDeco

An interior design studio in Cape Town, founded in 2008 on one simple idea: great design begins with you.

Our story

InterDeco was founded by Sarah Chen in 2008, working from a small studio on Long Street with one client and a sketchbook. Today our team of 14 designers, project managers and stylists has completed more than 350 homes, workplaces and hospitality spaces.

We have grown, but the way we work has not changed. Every project still starts with a conversation, and every client still has one designer who knows their project inside out.

Bathroom with a white bath, marble walls and a walk-in shower

Our approach

We do not have a signature look. We have a method: listen carefully, plan the space properly, choose materials that age well and finish every room completely.

That is why our interiors look different from each other, and why clients so often come back for their next home or office.

What we believe

Listen first

We start every project by understanding how you live or work, not by showing you our last one.

Design for real life

Beautiful rooms have to work on an ordinary Tuesday, so we design for use, cleaning and change.

Be clear about money

Fixed design fees, priced schedules and no surprises when the invoices arrive.

Support local makers

Most of our joinery, upholstery and lighting is made in the Western Cape.

Meet the team

The people who will design and deliver your project.

Portrait of Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen

Founder and Principal Designer

Leads every residential project and sets the design direction for the studio, with 18 years in interiors.

Portrait of Thabo Mokoena

Thabo Mokoena

Design Director, Commercial and Hospitality

Runs our workplace and hospitality projects, from space planning to opening day.

Portrait of Daniel Pretorius

Daniel Pretorius

Procurement and Projects Manager

Manages orders, suppliers, trades and installation so projects arrive on time and on budget.

2008

year the studio was founded

14

designers, managers and stylists

350+

homes and spaces completed

40+

local makers and suppliers

Book a design consultation

Tell us about your home or business and we will arrange a 90-minute consultation at your space, with first ideas and a clear fee proposal.