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Empowered Spaces Empowered Spaces Architects was established in 1996. Beyond this we have major representation in the Residential, and Retail market.

As a young and enthusiastic practice, we committed ourselves to providing a contemporary, dynamic and relevant architectural service to our valued Clients. As young and enthusiastic practice, we committed ourselves to providing a contemporary, dynamic and relevant architectural service to our valued Clients. Over the past decade we have become recognized not only for our signature designs, but established a reputation for our solutions based, proactive professional approach and commitment to value added services through out the procurement process. This has seen us emerge as preferred service providers within Commercial Property Development, as lead professionals during the entire building process from conception to completion. Expanding on our early opportunities, we have established continued relationships within the Commercial development Sector, with long term relationships with Zenprop Properties, Bidvest Properties and Investec Properties, to name a few. While these form a major portion of our portfolio, we also represent numerous smaller Clients and private individuals, all of whom receive the same level of service and commitment. From our first major office project, Werkmans Attorneys (Sandton 1999) we have expanded further into the Commercial and Industrial markets, with national representation in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. We are now fortunate to boast a comprehensive portfolio of work, representing a broad spectrum of internationally listed companies such as 3M, L’Oreal, Revlon, Porsche, Honda, Khuene & Nagel, Safcor Panalpina, Mc Cains and LG Electronics. Additionally we currently represent one of the most experienced Industrial Architectural firms, having represented some major South African brands including Formscaff, Africa Glass Industries, Lighting Warehouse, Suergroup and Weylands. We are currently the lead professionals, (Architect and Project Managers) for Porsche South Africa, and their national role out of dealerships in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town. Empowered Spaces Architects continue to maintain the same levels of enthusiasm and commitment that formed the foundation of our success; we pride ourselves on offering a wealth of experience, expertise and knowledge to all commissions, regardless of size, ensuring we deliver this benchmark Architectural service.

Not everything we design exists yet.Some projects are still on the drawing board.Some are under construction.Some are ab...
27/10/2026

Not everything we design exists yet.

Some projects are still on the drawing board.
Some are under construction.
Some are about to become real.

On the Horizon is a glimpse of what’s taking shape.

Presenting: Tiger Brands: a 90,000 m² Facility in Riverfields, Johannesburg.
Expected: April 2027.

Another one for the record.We’re proud to announce that Goscor Lift Trucks, Lords View has been named a SAPOA Property D...
30/09/2026

Another one for the record.

We’re proud to announce that Goscor Lift Trucks, Lords View has been named a SAPOA Property Development Awards winner in the Industrial Development category.

That brings our total SAPOA awards for Industrial Development to nine in twelve years.

For us, the significance goes beyond the number. It is recognition of a continued commitment to industrial architecture that is functional, considered and distinctive.

SAPOA Property Development Awards 2026
Industrial Development

Goscor Lift Trucks, Lords View

Sometimes, a photograph just needs to stand alone.AMROD. 2017.
30/09/2026

Sometimes, a photograph just needs to stand alone.

AMROD. 2017.

STAIRCASES / AN EXPLORATIONThe first edition of Empowered Spaces Editorial begins with something deceptively simple: the...
16/09/2026

STAIRCASES / AN EXPLORATION

The first edition of Empowered Spaces Editorial begins with something deceptively simple: the staircase.

More than a means of getting from one level to another, a staircase can shape movement, reveal structure, frame a view and become a defining moment within a space.

Across six projects, we explore six different interpretations of the same architectural element:

from perforated steel and sculptural concrete to timber, corrugated metal, exposed steelwork and cable rails.

Different materials. Different structures. Different ways of moving through space.

Which is your favourite?

Not everything we design exists yet.Some projects are still on the drawing board.Some are under construction.Some are ab...
08/09/2026

Not everything we design exists yet.

Some projects are still on the drawing board.
Some are under construction.
Some are about to become real.

On the Horizon is a glimpse of what’s taking shape.

First up: FPT Cato Ridge: a 33,000 m² Fresh Produce Terminal in KwaZulu-Natal.
Expected: November 2026.

Introducing Empowered Spaces, our new publication.One project per issue, exploring the ideas and decisions behind the wo...
01/09/2026

Introducing Empowered Spaces, our new publication.

One project per issue, exploring the ideas and decisions behind the work.

2026 / ISSUE 001

First up: the building we know best. Our own.

16 Holt Street wasn't designed to look a certain way.
It was designed to answer questions:

- How do you build a facade that's unmistakably yours, on a site with real constraints?
- How do you control the sun without hiding behind a wall?
- How many different kinds of space does a team actually need, and how big should each one be?
- Should reception be a checkpoint, or the first sign of the energy inside?

Issue 001 has some of the answers.

Empowered Spaces Architects.
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16 Holt Street
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Monday 08:00 - 05:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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