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Charmaine Hulley
10:07 06 Jan 26
Ian and team are a pleasure to work with! The drew up plans for us. Went the extra mile to ensure that we were happy with the design and submitted them to the municipality for approval. They kept us updated on a regular basis. Highly recommend them!!
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Mical Garofalo
12:42 13 Dec 25
I can honestly say this is one of the best experiences I have had with any business in some time! From first contact team has walked us through the process of what is required, given sound advice and gone the extra mile for us. All while being responsive and friendly. I will definitely be using Pure design Architects in the future. It has been a breath of fresh air to see that there are still businesses out there with this kind of customer focus. Keep up the great work guys!
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Marno Erasmus
11:16 13 Dec 25
Ian and the team were and still are super helpful and professional. They helped me create my dream build, and truly went the extra mile in facilitating the whole proses and make it less daunting . Highly recommend them!
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Jean du Plessis
13:52 02 Dec 25
Thank you very much for what you have created for us on the Krom River, Ian. The house has an incredible feel and we had a great stay.
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Du Preez Familie Trust
06:39 03 Nov 25
Our interaction with PureDesign came from a sectional title scheme requirement that entailed the replacement of a 325 sm carport roof structure being upgraded from pergola-type roofs to a more appealing and rigid steel and corrugated iron cover. The challenge here was not so much the technical plans but rather the process to get them all approved and stamped. The PureDesign team, consisting of Ian, Yolanda, and Anika, made significant efforts to successfully complete this application. Their persistent and focused efforts to navigate through endless red tape, obstacles, and sometimes closed doors are just commendable, and without this our project would never have materialized. Your humanity, calm approach, and exceptional client care and communication was furthermore just outstanding...Thank you very much.
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Nico Pretorius
09:11 05 Oct 25
Ian and team was fantastic with our renovations. We had an idea of what we wanted to do, he took the idea and took it to the next level. Our plans were drafted in reasonable time, submitted to the municipality and approved without requiring any changes. Ian and team was very professional, punctual and friendly during the process. Was a pleasure working with them, and the project was a complete success, and completed in time and within budget. They were also the best priced.
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Stefan Kleyn
12:09 25 Sep 24
Jacobus and Ian make an exceptional team, combining innovative design, deep expertise, and a client-focused approach. Their collaborative style and dedication to building strong relationships are central to their continued success!
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Merryl Ford
10:29 25 Sep 24
Over the past 18 months we had the pleasure of working with Ian van der Westhuizen from Pure Design Architects to design our home at Marina Martinique, and we are thrilled with the outcome! Ian did an incredible job translating our vision into a beautiful design, capturing the exact style and atmosphere we wanted. His ability to adapt to our changing needs was outstanding—especially when we decided halfway through to shift from a double-storey to a single-storey layout. Ian seamlessly incorporated these changes, ensuring that our home remained functional and stunning.

Special mention must go to Ruvone, the talented draughtsman, who meticulously brought the design to life with precision and creativity. His attention to detail was exceptional, and he was instrumental in ensuring that every aspect of the plans reflected our vision perfectly.

We also want to express our gratitude to the whole Pure Design team for their unwavering support throughout the project. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and commitment made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. We highly recommend Ian, Ruvone, and the Pure Design Architects team to anyone looking to create their dream home!
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Hudson Raath
07:11 17 Sep 24
Skilled Architects and great people to work with.
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michelle cloete
18:56 20 Jan 24
Exceptional service, always friendly, willing to go extra nile
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Johann Cloete
08:59 19 Oct 23
The best architectural concept innovation available!
Clear, concise and practicaly beautiful designs and ideas.
Excellent service delivery with exact specifications!
I can not praise Ian van Der Westhuizen enough!
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Craig Galloway
07:30 24 Aug 23
Ian did the design for our renovation that we did recently. From the moment he walked into our house he seemed to grasp exactly what we were aiming for, and came up with an amazing design for our space. The whole team at Pure Design were helpful and friendly. It was a delight to work with them, and we are so pleased with how our renovation turned out. It has completely transformed our house, and we are enjoying the benefit of an intelligent, thoughtfully designed space.
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Dr Evert Burger
05:54 10 Aug 23
Ian van der Westhuizen turned our impractical face brick house into a stunning masterpiece, blending beauty with functionality. His attention to detail and innovative design revitalised every corner, creating an inviting and comfortable home that we adore.

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