Tessa Proudfoot’s name is synonymous with classic luxury reimagined through a refined African lens. With over two decades of design mastery, the South African interior designer has cultivated a reputation for crafting richly layered spaces that speak to timeless elegance and a deep sense of place.
Her Johannesburg-based studio, Tessa Proudfoot & Associates, serves an elite clientele, transforming private residences, boutique hotels, and global retreats into havens of style and comfort.
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Her design process is more than decoration, it’s a personalized narrative. Proudfoot’s ability to translate her clients’ personalities into visual language results in interiors that are intimate yet polished, serene yet expressive.
Every project reflects her signature balance of classic proportions with playful textures, artisanal finishes, and African accents that bring warmth and soul.
From her collaborations on bespoke textiles to her handpicked décor elements, Proudfoot’s work exudes curated luxury with a global resonance. In a world of fleeting trends, she offers something enduring: interiors that whisper sophistication while honoring the heritage of the land they inhabit.