We Are Pemba
Timeless elegance and thoughtful innovation.
To start a project, simply contact us via our website or give us a call. We’ll schedule an initial consultation to discuss your vision and project details.
Yes, we offer flexible service options to suit your needs. If you're unsure about the full scope of your project or want to explore possibilities, you can engage us for an initial feasibility study or concept design. These services help define the project's potential, explore design options, and clarify your vision before committing to a full design process. Whether you need assistance with just one stage or the entire journey, we’re here to support you.
Project timelines vary based on scope and complexity. We provide a detailed timeline during the initial consultation and keep you updated throughout the process.
Sustainability is at the core of Pemba’s design philosophy. We integrate passive design strategies, material efficiency, and advanced digital modelling to create buildings that are energy-efficient, resilient, and contextually responsive.
Our approach includes:
Climate-responsive design – Maximizing natural light, ventilation, and shading for energy efficiency.
Material innovation – Prioritizing locally sourced, low-impact, and durable materials.
Smart technology & modeling – Leveraging BIM, energy modeling, and digital twins to optimize performance.
Water & resource management – Implementing rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling, and efficient systems.
Every project is an opportunity to push the boundaries of sustainable and future-proof design,ensuring long-term value for both clients and the environment.
Absolutely. We often collaborate with local contractors and builders to ensure that our designs are executed to perfection, adhering to both our standards and local building codes.
You’ll be actively involved throughout the design process. We value client input and ensure your vision is reflected in every aspect of the project.
We ensure projects stay on schedule by utilizing detailed project timelines and conducting regular progress reviews to monitor milestones. We work closely with a trusted network of professionals, including contractors, consultants, and local architects, to address challenges proactively. Additionally, we use advanced data capturing and project management software to keep all stakeholders informed and aligned throughout the process. This integrated approach minimizes delays and ensures smooth project execution.
Pemba provides a comprehensive range of architectural and design services tailored to international projects. Our expertise includes:
– Concept & Feasibility Studies: Site analysis, urban planning, and project viability assessments.
– Planning & Development Applications: Preparation and submission of statutory approvals, including zoning and heritage considerations.
– Architecture & Interior Design: Full design services, from concept visioning to construction documentation and procurement.
– Design Development & Detailing: Refinement of concepts into detailed, technically resolved designs.
– Tendering & Contractor Appointment: Management of tender processes, contractor selection, and negotiations.
– Construction Documentation & Project Management: Technical documentation and on-site management to ensure quality, coordination, and timely delivery.
– 3D Modeling & Digital Analysis: BIM integration, energy modeling, 3D printing, and digital twin technology.
– Bespoke Furniture & Product Design: Custom solutions designed for unique spaces and experiences.
Whether designing a landmark building, refining interiors, or developing cutting-edge digital models, Pemba offers innovative, high-quality solutions tailored to each project's specific needs and context.
Pemba brings a bold, future-focused design approach to every project, combining global architectural expertise with a deep understanding of local context. Our process ensures that your project benefits from world class design thinking, meticulous detailing, and a commitment to sustainability, while also being seamlessly integrated into its specific location.
By hiring Pemba, you gain access to a practice that pushes the boundaries of innovation, delivering spaces that are not only functional and compliant but also transformative, distinctive, and timeless.
At Pemba, we maintain the highest standards of design quality by delivering projects up to Stage 4 (construction documentation and procurement) with meticulous attention to detail. Our expertise ensures that every aspect of the design—functionality, aesthetics, sustainability, and innovation—is fully developed before construction begins.
For site execution, we collaborate with trusted local architects of record, who bring essential on-the-ground knowledge of regulations, permitting, and construction standards. This approach allows us to maintain design integrity while ensuring compliance with local codes. By combining our global design vision with local execution expertise, we provide a seamless and well-coordinated architectural experience, delivering projects that are both conceptually bold and contextually sound.
Yes, we can oversee the project remotely and collaborate closely with local architects and consultants. We stay involved throughout the construction process to ensure the project aligns with our design and quality standards. Ideally, we would like to visit the site at the major checkpoints in the project and meet with our clients on site to document the progress.
We work closely with you to establish a realistic budget and manage costs effectively, providing transparent updates and adjustments as needed.
We take care of all the necessary permits and approvals for your project as part of our comprehensive service, ensuring full compliance with local regulations. We co-ordinate the process with the various specialists and consultants necessary for these applications, with Pemba always acting as an extension of the client's best interests.
We accommodate changes through a structured revision process, ensuring that adjustments align with your vision and budget.
