John Jacob Interiors – Luxurious Environments that Engage the Senses

September 11, 2021

John Jacob Interiors earned the status of this year’s winner of Luxury Lifestyle Awards in the category of Best Luxury Interior Design Studio in South Africa.


John Jacob Interiors is an interior architecture and design practice based in Cape Town. The company was founded in 2005 by the interior designer John Jacob Zwiegelaar, who filled every residential or commercial project he worked on with his unique style and sublime aesthetic. John Jacob Interiors' geographic reach extends beyond South Africa to Europe, including London, Berlin, Oslo and New York.



John Jacob Interiors takes a holistic approach that encompasses the entire design process, including architectural design, custom furniture creation, interior decorating, and the treatment of the garden. The projects by John Jacob always stand out for their unique style, whether it's a luxury seaside villa for a celebrity, a flagship boutique for a fashion house, or a small residential space. Regardless of the type of project, it will have sublime chic, impeccable proportions, and unwavering attention to the quality of the smallest details and finishes. At the same time, John Jacob's distinct individual style gracefully works to reflect the client's character and personal preferences.


"I am honored to find John Jacob Interiors on the list of South Africa's best interior design studios by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards version. It is an extremely gratifying experience to be recognized for work that brings pleasure to both me and my clients."

John Jacob.


John Jacob Interiors is highly regarded by experts in the interior design industry, but the main connoisseurs of the studio's work are its customers. Thanks to the talent of John Jacob Zwiegelaar, their residences not only become meaningful bespoke environments that reflect their lifestyle but also are featured in the most authoritative media about design.



John Jacob Zwiegelaar  www.johnjacobinteriors.com
Luxury Lifestyle Awards www.luxurylifestyleawards.com  @luxurylifestyleawards

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