There is a special moment in the creative process where the creator and his subject work in perfect harmony, and the subject takes on a new role, to work hand in hand with the creator. The assistance that the subject offers is not necessarily tangible or even perceptible, but it is present. Kind of like driving for a long time, when the car seems to take on most of the responsibility and allows you to zone out for a bit, while it steers itself. Writers often experience this after flying through hundreds of pages without realizing it, almost as if they were on autopilot and the pages had written themselves. We are reminded of this when we look at the John Jacob Interiors portfolio. Each space appears like it was always meant to appear, as if the space itself wanted to look that way, and has worked in concert with the designer to create something so elegant and precise that it just, fits.

John Jacobs Interiors is the Luxury Lifestyle Awards winner for Top 100 Architects and Designers of the World 2022, and the creative brand behind a breathtaking portfolio of design spaces around the world. Founded by John Jacob Zwiegelaar in 2005, this multi-award-winning design house is based out of Cape Town, South Africa, and offers holistic interior design, which according to John, needs to have a narrative, layers of meaning that work together to create not just a cohesive living environment, but also an experience that engages the senses. This philosophy, paired with decades of experience and incredible attention to detail has led to the John Jacob brand donning the cover of various magazines, including ‘Vogue’ and ‘House & Garden.’

Creating a personalized space can be an intimidating undertaking, and sometimes the visualization phase is far more agreeable to us than the arduous building phase, which is why John Jacob Interiors covers every step for you from start to finish. The team will complete the architectural phase and eliminate the need to take this on yourself. Interior design is where John Jacob and his team shine though, with meticulous care and a complete understanding of each piece, and where it belongs. According to John “amazing spaces are not achieved with objects. they are created with a focus on bespoke architectural details and proportions”, and here lies the differentiator, as the artist takes the lead. That acute awareness of space and how to treat it.

A quick peek at the John Jacob Interiors portfolio will introduce you to some of the spectacular work that this team has completed, and whether you look at the contemporary, classic, or historically themed spaces you will be amazed by the versatility that they present. The real magic, however, is in the collaboration that John Jacob Interiors shares with their clients and it is this personal touch that helped them to create highly bespoke interiors in cities like London, Berlin, and Oslo.

From furniture design to high-end garden creations, the inspiration and passion this team has for modern interior design extend far beyond our understanding of the words. John Jacob Interiors is known to work with South African artists to install paintings or sculptures to complete his spaces and will go as far as to only use certain fabric houses to ensure that the interiors are contextualized precisely to the client’s requirements and the project’s location.

Few designers have had such a big impact on the industry, and in 2020 John and his team were recognized for this, by being featured in the Andrew Martin Interior Design Review Vol.24 The World’s Top 100 Designers (2020). Local acclaim too has been bountiful with a SA Style Awards Style Icon award (2015). The exceptional works of this talented team were recognized with a Luxury Lifestyle Awards in the category of Best Luxury Interior Design Studio in South Africa (2021).

Talent and passion, paired with a dedication to accept nothing short of perfection is the John Jacob Interiors way, and when that talent and passion work in perfect symmetry, a magical thing can happen. The creator and his subject work in total harmony, bringing your dream space to life.

To learn more about John Jacob Interiors and take a look at their stunning portfolio visit https://www.johnjacobinteriors.com/