Where we've been, where we're going
Our past, present, and future are defined by a commitment to designing spaces that are exclusive, functional, and in a strong dialogue with the natural world.
Our partners
Our story is shaped by passion, purpose and environmental stewardship.
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We’re proud to have the trust of 17 clients.
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We have completed over 26 projects in various countries.
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Our work extends to over 08 countries.
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Four years of designing exclusive spaces in epic locations.
2022
Origin
Experience Architects was founded as a boutique architecture firm looking to bring a sense of home to hospitality, and a sense of hospitality to your home.
2024
Expansion
As the firm evolved, our design footprint extended beyond borders. We began designing and building spaces both locally and internationally, establishing our presence across new landscapes.
2025
Evolution
Our team grew from two to seven members, united by a shared commitment to push design boundaries. This momentum led to our shortlisting for the 2025 Scape Awards.
2026
Enduring Vision
Our vision is to make sustainable luxury the most coveted experience of all, where spaces are so attuned to nature that the environment thrives because of them.
What we practice
Founded in 2022, our firm emerged from a simple belief that great design isn’t solely about beauty. It’s about conceptualising, designing and building spaces that can be experienced on a visceral level. What began as a passion project has evolved into a dedicated pursuit of designing spaces that feel intentional, atmospheric and profoundly functional.
Circular Systems
We believe nothing is without value. Waste becomes resource, and resource becomes design. We design with future generations in mind, knowing we are only ever their temporary custodians.
Community Engagement
For every borehole we dig, we dig another for a nearby community. Clean water for our projects means clean water for the people who call this land home.
Integrating Nature
Trees are often older than you are. Inviting them into your designs is always a good idea. Architecture should connect us with nature, not separate us from it.
Creatures Welcome
A building that only shelters people is only half designed. We plan for wildlife from the very start, because a project truly comes to life when nature is accounted for.
Regional Materials
Incorporating regional materials keeps the project contextual, and the carbon footprint small. Sustainability starts from the bottom up.
our team
Our Drivers, Dreamers and Designers.
Nick Randall
Director
Biography
Nick is a true jack-of-all-trades, unafraid to tackle any project. He strikes the perfect balance between perfectionism and pragmatism, ensuring every design meets the highest standards. Whether sipping a glass of merlot or fine-tuning a concept, he approaches everything to the nth degree.
Ursula Randall
Director
Biography
Ursula has an impeccable eye for design and detail, paired with warmth that makes every client feel like an old friend. She is all-hands-on-deck, immersing herself in every space. Outside the office, she’s always hunting for the next adventure to inspire her designs and fill her gallery with memories.
Rikus Engelbrecht
Director
Biography
Rikus is the rare breed who can hold a half-formed idea in one hand and a fully-baked solution in the other. He's the connective tissue between a wild concept and something you can actually build. Off the clock, he's out on the Stellenbosch trails or obsessing over the next adventure.
Kyle Weedman
Project Architect
Biography
Kyle treats a complex brief the same way he treats a mountain trail, with a plan, a good pair of shoes, and the stubborn refusal to not stop before the finish line. Whether it's a sprint deadline or a slow-burn marathon of a project, he shows up and grinds it out.
JC Schoeman
Candidate Architect
Biography
JC is a talented young architect and strong communicator, translating concepts into compelling visuals while connecting effortlessly with clients and stakeholders. His enthusiasm and creativity are contagious. Outside the office, he's nurturing a rotating cast of creative side projects.
Alison Knight
Senior Technologist
Biography
Alison brings heart, passion, and precision to every design and site. Raised on a South African farm, she has an almost instinctive feel for how design should sit within the natural surroundings. When the week is done, you'll find her somewhere along the coastline.
Kendal Potgieter
Senior Architectural Technologist
Biography
Straight out of Jeffreys Bay and still carrying the salt air with him, Kendal is the kind of presence that makes the office feel a little more alive. From big-picture planning down to the smallest details, his presence is felt throughout.
