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We create exceptional environments that enhance the human experience.
welcome to dhk
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we
stay curious, always.
collaborate.
nurture talent.
design for the future.
Philosophy
We’re fueled by curiosity and creativity. We seek to improve the quality of the built environment with subtle, yet confident designs characterised by clean lines and forms linked inextricably with function. Each design is unique, crafted to add commercial, social and aesthetic value while expressing our responsibility to safeguard the planet, nurture our team and enhance the lives of people who use the spaces we create.
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 100 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
API Awards Finalist
Best high-end Residential
The Rubik
The Rubik
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2024
API Awards Finalist
Best high-end residential
Ellipse Waterfall
Ellipse Waterfall
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2024
API Awards Finalist
Best Interiors
Grand Hotel
Grand Hotel
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2024
API Awards Finalist
Best mixed-use development
Old Cape Quarter
Old Cape Quarter
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2024
API Awards Finalist
Best mixed-use development
Conradie Park
Conradie Park
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2024
API Awards Finalist
Woman in Real Estate
Renske Haller, dhk MD
Renske Haller, dhk MD
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2024
Scape Awards Finalist
Hospitality Build of the Year
Radisson Red
Radisson Red
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2024
Scape Awards Finalist
Collaboration of the year
Conradie Parks
Conradie Parks
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2024
Scape Awards Finalist
Architectural Firm of the Year
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2023
CIfA Winner
Award for Architecture
Old Cape Quarter
Old Cape Quarter
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2023
CIfA Winner
Commendation for Architecture
35 Lower Long
35 Lower Long
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2023
CIfA Winner
Award for Architecture
Conradie Park Social Housing
Conradie Park Social Housing
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2023
Gauteng Institute for Architecture Award Winner
Award of Excellence
Radisson Red
Radisson Red
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2023
Gauteng Institute for Architecture Award Winner
Architecture Award of Merit
Radisson Red
Radisson Red
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2023
Gauteng Institute for Architecture Award Winner
Award of Merit
Old Oak at Royal Johannesburg
Old Oak at Royal Johannesburg
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2023
Gauteng Institute for Architecture Award Winner
Award of Commendation
Arup, 6 Parks Boulevard
Arup, 6 Parks Boulevard
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2023
SAPOA Award for innovative Excellence Winner
Innovative Excellence
Ellipse Waterfall
Ellipse Waterfall
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2022
Construction World Winner
The Best Project
Old Cape Quarter
Old Cape Quarter
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2022
Reside Property Development Award Winner
Residential Development of the Year
Conradie Parks
Conradie Parks
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2022
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Best Commercial Office Development
35 Lower Long
35 Lower Long
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2022
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Overall Heritage
Old Cape Quarter
Old Cape Quarter
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2021
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Overall Heritage
32 on Kloof
32 on Kloof
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2021
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Other Developments
Parklands College "Innovation and Learning Centre"
Parklands College "Innovation and Learning Centre"
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2020
Architizer A+ Award Winner
Concepts - Plus-Architecture +Preservation
32 on Kloof
32 on Kloof
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2020
Conde Nast Traveler: Reader's Choice Award Winner
Best Hotels in Africa
Delaire Graff Owner's Villa and Lodges
Delaire Graff Owner's Villa and Lodges
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2020
Construction World's Best Projects Award Winner
Highly Commended
Capitec Bank HQ
Capitec Bank HQ
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2019
A' Bronze Design Award
Architecture
Sable Park
Sable Park
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2019
A' Bronze Design Award Winner
Architecture
Axis
Axis
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2019
A' Gold Design Award Winner
Architecture Award
Norval Foundation
Norval Foundation
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2019
A' Silver Design Award Winner
Landscape Design
Battery Park
Battery Park
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2019
Architizer A+ Award Finalist
Concepts - Plus-Architecture + Urban Transformation
Battery Park
Battery Park
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2019
Architizer A+ Special Mention
Details - Plus-Architecture + Cantilever
Sable Park
Sable Park
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2019
Fulton Award Winner
Innovation in Concrete
Norval Foundation
Norval Foundation
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2019
Fulton Award Winner
Buildings Greater than 3-Storeys
Battery Park
Battery Park
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2019
Loerie Award Winner
Silver
Norval Foundation
Norval Foundation
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2019
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Overall Heritage
Battery Park
Battery Park
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2019
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Office Developments Commercial
Sable Park
Sable Park
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2019
SAPOA Awards for Innovative Excellence Winner
Other Developments
Norval Foundation
Norval Foundation
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2017
CIfA Award Winner
Commendation
Waterway House
Waterway House
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2016
International Property Awards Winner
Highly Commended Development
Paardevlei Lifestyle Estate
Paardevlei Lifestyle Estate
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2016
SACSC Retail Design + Development Award Winner
Shopping centers less than 20,000 meters-squared
Dainfern Square
Dainfern Square
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2015
Eastern Cape Institute of Architects Award Winner
Regional
Drostdy Hotel
Drostdy Hotel
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2015
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Overall Winner
Newtown Junction
Newtown Junction
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2015
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Heritage
Drostdy Hotel
Drostdy Hotel
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2015
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Transformation
Newtown Junction
Newtown Junction
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2015
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Mixed-use
Newtown Junction
Newtown Junction
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2014
International Property Awards Winner
Residential Development
De Velde
De Velde
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2012
SAIA Awards for Excellence Winner
Public + Education
UWC Life Sciences Building
UWC Life Sciences Building
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2011
CIfA Award Winner
Architecture
UWC Life Sciences Building
UWC Life Sciences Building
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2011
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Commendation
Other Category
Taj Palace Hotel
Taj Palace Hotel
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2011
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Other Development
UWC Life Sciences Building
UWC Life Sciences Building
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2010
High Commendation - Leisure + Hospitality
Architecture
15 on Orange
15 on Orange
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2010
SAPOA Award For Innovative Excellence Merit
Mixed-use
Montclare
Montclare
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2010
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Merit
Mixed-Use
Melrose Arch Piazza
Melrose Arch Piazza
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2010
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Commercial
Boulevard Office Park
Boulevard Office Park
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2010
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Winner
Mixed-use
15 on Orange
15 on Orange
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2009
Retail Design + Development Award Winner
25000sqm
Melrose Arch Piazza
Melrose Arch Piazza
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2009
SAPOA Award for Innovative Excellence Merit
International Development
Ahmed Baba Institute
Ahmed Baba Institute
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2009
Steel Tube & Pipe Manufacturers Steel Award Winner
for Tubular Structures
Melrose Arch, Galleria Roof
Melrose Arch, Galleria Roof
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2007
Architecture South Africa Project Award Winner
Outstanding Design in Architecture
Ahmed Baba Institute
Ahmed Baba Institute
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2006
SAIA Merit Award Winner
UCT Chemical Engineering Building
UCT Chemical Engineering Building
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2006
SAIA Merit Award Winner
CTICC
CTICC
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2005
CIfA Merit Award Winner
Commendation
UCT Engineering Building
UCT Engineering Building
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2005
CIfA Merit Award Winner
CTICC
CTICC
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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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dhk welcomes Norman Foster Institute students and faculty members
dhk Architects welcomed seven students and three faculty members from the Norman Foster Institute to its Cape Town studio to engage and share insights into architecture and urban design.
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East Africa: Positioning for Opportunity
In May, dhk Architects attended the 12th annual East Africa Property Investment (EAPI) Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya. dhk Partner Peter Stokes and Senior Interior Designer Kgalalelo Mosime from our sister company dhk Interior Design represented dhk at the event.
