By Sa’eed Orrie

I’m a Landscape Architecture graduate from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, inspired by my father, a senior site manager at a major African construction company. I pursued landscape architecture in 2011 for its versatility, fascinated by how plants and hard elements, when combined thoughtfully, create unique experiences distinct from indoor spaces.

With five years of experience at award-winning Cape Town firms, I’ve developed expertise in strategic site analysis, design, and project management for residential and commercial projects. In 2019, I founded GreenArch to provide affordable, innovative solutions tailored to clients’ needs and their environments, drawing inspiration from contemporary, everyday, and historic settings.

My knack for materials and construction details comes from hands-on problem-solving, and I excel at visualizing 3D outcomes from conceptual ideas, shaping my design approach. This skill has enabled successful collaborations with clients and professionals to create stunning spaces.

I believe design goes beyond layout and aesthetics—while functionality and beauty are vital, prioritizing the user’s experience is key to crafting captivating, perfect spaces.