Yvonne João Design Studio

04/10/2026

The Gables GuestHouse | Revamp in Progress - 2026

A little glimpse into our client’s transformation journey at The Gables GuestHouse.

From reimagining the garden spaces and pool surrounds to creating a more inviting, elegant outdoor setting — every detail is slowly coming together.

Client progress, one beautiful transformation at a time. Can't wait to see the finished result!

Design & Concept by Yvonne Joao Design
Creating beautiful spaces with purpose, character & timeless style. 🌿

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28/09/2026

A little more magic has arrived!

Our beautiful stained-glass flower windows have been carefully installed, bringing colour, artistry and timeless charm into the remembrance chapel.

Each bloom carries its own meaning.

“Daisies symbolise new beginnings, pure hearts, joy and hope — a beautiful reminder that even the simplest things can carry the greatest meaning.”

“Irises represent faith, hope, wisdom and courage — a symbol of stepping into a new season with grace, strength and a heart full of hope.”

“Hydrangeas symbolise gratitude, grace and abundance — a reminder that every season brings its own beauty, and that we can bloom beautifully through change.”

"Sunflowers remind us to always turn toward the light - to choose joy, hold onto hope, stand strong through every season, and trust that brighter days are ahead"

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14/09/2026

13/09/2026

[ INTERIOR & LANDSCAPE DESIGN | THE GABLES GUESTHOUSE MIDDELBURG | 2026 ]

13/09/2026

🌿 New Landscape Project | From Vision to Reality

A new project is taking shape — and I’m so excited to see the landscape vision slowly coming to life.

There is something incredibly rewarding about standing on a site at the beginning of a project, looking beyond the construction, earthworks and raw spaces, and already imagining what it will become. 🌱✨

As a Landscape Designer, I feel truly privileged when clients place their trust in our vision and believe in our services. Every project is an opportunity to create more than just a beautiful landscape — it’s about creating better spaces, meaningful environments and places where people will connect, work and enjoy.

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13/09/2026

[ LANDSCAPE DESIGN | FOOD LOVERS EMAHLALENI | 2026 ]

13/09/2026

[INTERIOR DESIGN | CLIENT ODENDAAL | 2026]

13/09/2026

🌿 Creating Better Spaces

There is something incredibly rewarding about watching a landscape design move from an idea on paper to a space that will ultimately become part of someone’s everyday life.

I feel truly privileged and grateful to have clients who believe in our vision, trust our expertise, and give us the opportunity to bring their outdoor spaces to life. Every project begins with listening — understanding how a space needs to function, how it should feel, and how we can create something that is both beautiful and meaningful.

As a Landscape Designer, I love the journey from concept, design and planning through to construction and the final planting. It is in those details, materials, textures and layers of planting that a landscape starts to develop its own character.

Thank you to our clients for trusting Yvonne João Design with your spaces. Your confidence in our work allows us to do what we love most — creating better spaces, one project at a time. 🤍🌿

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27/08/2025

New Landscape Design

Client : SASOL HIGHVELD MALL FUEL STATION

CONCEPT : Adding a historic element to the space. Connected to the local story, giving customers and visitors a sense of place.

EMAHLALENI - "Place of coal"

design by

Yvonne Joao Design Studio

25/07/2025

From concept to comfort—spaces reimagined."

Concept Design / Project Management & Interiors @ YJD - Yvonne João Design