Cocoon Architects defines the intersection of exclusive living and environmentally responsible design. With a foundation in German architectural precision and over two decades of practical experience across Europe, Asia, and Africa, we create spaces that are as economically viable as they are ecologically sensitive.
Our focus is Southern Africa, but our perspective is global. Whether designing a luxury game lodge in Namibia or refurbishing a heritage site in Munich, our trademark remains constant: finding the perfect balance between “value for money” and sustainable, green building practices.
CoCoon Architectural, Property & Green Building Consulting (from 2014)
2013 | Refurbishment of 3 Private Apartments
- Design Consultation
- Green Building Consultation
- Munich, Germany
2012 - Ongoing | New Single Dwelling (Price Alfred Hamlet)
- Architectural Stages 1-4a (up to Council Submission)
- Green Building Consultation
- Ceres, South Africa
2012 | New Single Dwelling
- Architectural Stages 1-3 (Design Development)
- Green Building Consultation
- Noordhoek, South Africa
2010 - 2014 | CoCoon Eco Lofts
- 4 eco-friendly luxury apartments
- Full Architectural Services (Stages 1-5)
- Project Management Services
- Green Star Accredited Professional Services
- Cape Town, South Africa
2009 - 2013 | Alterations & Additions: Private Home
- Full Architectural Services (Stages 1-4)
- Project Management
- Green Building Consultation
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Main Building + 1 New Chalet
2008 - 2010 | Butterfly House (Luxury Guesthouse)
- Architectural Stages 1-5
- Project Management Services
- Green Building Consultation
- Camps Bay, South Africa
- 6 bedrooms en-suite
2008 | Erongo Mountains Private Game Lodge
- Architectural Stages 1-3
- Green Building Consultation
- Namibia
- Main Building + 6 Chalets
2007 - 2008 | Alterations & Additions: Private Home
- Architectural Stages 1-3
- Project Management (Stages 1-3)
- Green Building Consultation
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Main Building + 2 New Chalets
2007 | "Sugar Bush" Green Building Development
- Architectural Stages 1-2
- Green Building Consultation
- Hout Bay, South Africa
- 20 Houses
2007 | Lalibela Private Game Reserve Development
- Architectural Stages 1-2
- Eastern Cape, South Africa
- 60 Houses
2007 | Lalibela Game Lodge
- Architectural Stages 1-4 (up to Working Drawings)
- Eastern Cape, South Africa
2005 - 2008 | Apartment Building Development
- Architectural Stages 1-4
- All Project Management Stages
- Oranjezicht, Cape Town
- 9 Upmarket Apartments
2004 - 2007 | "Punto di Ristoro" Development
- Architectural Stages 1-4 (up to Working Drawings)
- Project Management Stages 1-4
- Sardegna, Italy
- Hotel, 20 Bedrooms
2004 | Apartment Building Development
- Architectural Stages 1-2 (Sketch Design)
- Project Management Stages 1-2
- Clifton, Cape Town
- 18 Upmarket Apartments
2004 | Apartment Hotel Complex
- Urban Planning
- Architectural Stages 1-2 (Sketch Design)
- Project Management Stages 1-2
- Hout Bay, Cape Town
- 35 Upmarket Apartments
2004 | "House Nouveau" Office Complex Refurbishment
- Architectural Stages 1-2 (Sketch Design)
- Project Management Stages 1-2
- City Centre, Cape Town
- 19 Upmarket Apartments
2004 | New Boutique Hotel
- Architectural Stages 1-2 (Sketch Design)
- Project Management Stages 1-2
- Camps Bay, Cape Town
- 6 Bedrooms
2003 - 2005 | New Single Dwelling
- Architectural Stages 1-4 (Working Drawings, Site Supervision)
- Project Management Stages 1-4
- Camps Bay, Cape Town
2002 - 2003 | Maputo Holiday Resort Complex
- Stages 1-3 (Concept Design)
- Camps Bay, South Africa
2002 - 2003 | Upmarket Single Dwelling
- Architectural Stages 1-4a (up to Council Submission)
- Green Building Consultation
- Hout Bay, South Africa
2001 - 2002 | New Single Dwelling
- Architectural Stages 1-4 (Working Drawings, Site Supervision)
- Project Management Stages 1-4
- Rondebosch, Cape Town
2001 - 2003 | "Lobster House" Boutique Hotel
- All Architectural Stages
- All Project Management Stages
- Awards: Winner House of the Year Competition (2004). Featured in House & Leisure (SA), H.O.M.E (Germany/Austria), and SA Home Owner.
- Camps Bay, South Africa