Free Expert Call

Don’t let uncertainties hold you back—take advantage of our free “Expert Call” and schedule your consultation with Thorsten today.

About the expert call:

In this 30-minute phone call, you will speak directly with architect Thorsten Deckler about your project.

After the conversation, you will have:

  • Clarity on your best next step.

  • A realistic budget & timeline for your build.

  • Expert insight tailored to your project.

  • A clear action plan for what comes next.

  • Peace of mind by making the right decision.

    Please note: We are based in Johannesburg, we work with clients throughout South Africa and beyond coastal regions

"I would like to express my sincere thanks for the time you took to speak with me. I truly appreciated it and found it extremely helpful. Your passion for your work is clearly evident, and it plays a major role in ensuring that clients feel they are in the best possible hands with you!"

- Bindu, a potential client who took advantage of the expert call

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The Problem

Building is complex and expensive, and a lot can go wrong. The #1 reason projects fail is poor planning. People rush into design and building without doing proper research.

CHAOS: Stressed, uncertainity & overwhelmed.

The Solution

A calm and structured process that helps you make better decisions without the pain and chaos. It is about slowing down, asking the right questions, and having someone who hears you.

CLARITY: Confident, calm & satisfied.

Hi, I'm Thorsten Deckler!

After spending 20+ years in the design and construction industry, I grew tired of the mindless way it’s run - people rushing into projects only to end up in chaos and frustration.

During COVID, I transformed my business into Africa’s first Mindful Design practice, and created a process that helps people gain clarity BEFORE they design or build.

The Mindful Design Approach has saved people millions. But it also helps people (and me!) avoid the stress and disappointment of a project gone wrong.

Building is complicated and expensive, and I don’t promise a miracle. But I do have a process to help you make decisions that boost (and not destroy) your financial, mental, and physical health.

Our clients love this process, and so do we. Since working this way, I love being an architect, helping people make more mindful decisions when it comes to building.