Studio
Architecture, in my eyes, is about feeling, hearing, smell, and taste - a full sensory experience. We consider this in all our new dwellings, restorations, renovations, and interiors.
With over 30 years of architectural experience and 5 years in interior design, Corlia has worked in Port Elizabeth, Pretoria, and Cape Town, bringing seasoned technical expertise together with creative vision.
We collaborate closely with our clients to shape dwellings, restorations, renovations, and interiors that reflect their lifestyle, values, and future aspirations. Guided by a clear and structured process, we transform ideas into spaces that are beautiful, practical, and built to last.
At Blackpod, we imagine boldly, plan carefully, and create environments where people truly feel at home.
Services
- Architectural Design - From first idea to approvals
- Concepts rooted in place, light, and the way you live.
- Planning packages and technical coordination that keep approvals smooth.
- Massing, facade, and entry sequences shaped for clarity and calm.
- Interior Architecture - Layouts, joinery, and material language
- Room planning that supports flow, storage, and everyday ease.
- Tailored joinery for kitchens, wardrobes, and built-in elements.
- Material and fixture schedules that balance beauty with longevity.
- Project Delivery - Documentation to final handover
- Clear drawing sets and consultant alignment across every phase.
- Tender support, site reviews, and calm problem-solving on site.
- Snag close-out and final touches for a finished, lived-in feel.
Capabilities
- Architectural concept development
- Residential design and alterations
- Restorations and renovations
- Interior space planning
- Material and finish curation
- Lighting and atmosphere strategy
- Kitchen and bathroom detailing
- Custom joinery design
- Technical documentation
- Construction coordination
- Site review and quality control
- Long-term maintenance planning
Client Experience
- Clear, consistent communication
- A structured process with key decision points
- Collaborative consultant coordination
- Budget-aware design choices
- Detail-driven reviews at every stage
- Calm, practical problem-solving on site
- Timeline accountability
- Transparent reporting
- Refined handover and aftercare
- Spaces that age gracefully
Material Palette
- Layered natural textures
- Stone and timber pairings
- Quiet metals and soft matte finishes
- Light studies and shadow tests
- Hand-finished joinery
- Tactile, durable surfaces
- Custom, human-scaled detailing
Design Philosophy
- Architecture and interiors should feel like one continuous story.
- Light, texture, and sound are design tools, not afterthoughts.
- We prioritise clarity of circulation and spaces that feel effortless to use.
- Material choices are tactile, honest, and made to last.
- Every room is shaped for daily life, then elevated through proportion and detail.
- Our process is structured, collaborative, and quietly rigorous.
Projects
- Signal House - A full home transformation shaped by light and texture, opening views and introducing a calmer, more intuitive flow through the house.
- Architecture
- Interior Architecture
- Joinery Design
- Lighting Design
- Construction Oversight
- Harbor Loft - A compact loft reimagined for flexible living, balancing warmth and restraint while maximising storage and natural light.
- Interior Planning
- Material Specification
- Bespoke Joinery
- Styling
- Noir Studio Office - A quiet, focused studio environment with acoustic comfort, clear work zones, and a restrained material palette.
- Workspace Design
- Acoustic Strategy
- Furniture Layout
- Site Coordination
Studio Credentials
- Professional Registration - Architectural Practice (Active)
- Interior Design Practice - Residential and Boutique Interiors (Active)