The Garden Route Groove: Where Creativity Meets Commerce
Creative Retail in the Garden Route – A Hub for Designers & Visionaries The Garden Route offers a diverse range of creative services catering to residents and visitors alike.
Creative Design in the Garden Route. The region has long been a creative powerhouse attracting artists, designers, architects and visionaries that have helped to shape the region into a beautiful place to live, work and thrive.
The Garden Route isn’t just a destination—it’s a dynamic playground where creativity, commerce, and culture come to life with a growing & thriving creative community of designers, artists, and innovators looking for inspiration in its natural beauty.
From bespoke interiors to branding and design studios, the region is home to visionary creators shaping the local retail scene.
Three of our favourite notable artists, interior designers and builders who have made their home in the Garden Route
Peter Pharoah Fine Art – Peter Pharoah is a renowned South African artist celebrated for his bold, expressive paintings that capture the spirit of Africa. His work, inspired by the heat, dust, and textures of the continent, features vibrant tribal portraits, wildlife, and landscapes. After a successful career in advertising, he transitioned to fine art, establishing the Pharoah Art Gallery in Wilderness, Garden Route. His paintings are held in private and corporate collections worldwide, reflecting his distinctive style and deep connection to Africa
Bespoke by Eddie da Silva is a design-forward interior and architectural studio based in George, South Africa. Led by architect Eddie da Silva, the firm blends modern aesthetics with locally sourced craftsmanship, offering custom-designed furniture, interiors, and retail solutions. Their showroom features high-quality, uniquely crafted pieces, reflecting a commitment to
Greg Horne is the founder of ModSquad, a renovation and construction specialist based in the Garden Route, South Africa. With over 20 years of experience, ModSquad offers turn-key home renovation projects, including redesign, restoration, interiors, and exteriors.
The company is known for its attention to detail, ensuring quality projects that align with the local climate and architectural style. ModSquad provides comprehensive services, from electrical and plumbing to flooring, tiling, painting, paving, decking, and final décor touches
With a strong artistic presence, the Garden Route continues to attract designers, artisans, and creative entrepreneurs looking to blend nature, craftsmanship, and innovation into their work. Whether it’s luxury branding, interior design, or digital creativity, this region is a hotspot for creative retail.
Join us on Garden Route 101 where we take a closer look at the people who contribute to the essence of the Garden Route. We're always on the look out for new businesses, designers and manufacturers making their mark on the region.
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