ABOUT ARTEFECT ANTIQUES & Interiors
Your Trusted Source for High-End Antiques & Bespoke Design.
Artefect Antiques & Interiors began as a passion project in Dorking, Surrey, UK, where we sourced unique and rare pieces of history to create stunning interior designs. Our journey continued in London, where we became known as Putney Bridge Antiques, and today we are based in the heart of Chelsea Wynberg, Cape Town. With decades of experience, we have built long-standing relationships with collectors, interior designers, and antique enthusiasts.
As specialists in high-end antiques, Artefect Antiques & Interiors offers an expertly curated collection of rare and luxurious items, alongside bespoke design services that transform spaces into timeless havens.
WHAT SETS US APART
Bespoke Furniture and Luxury Gifting
Creations Tailored to Suit You.
Artefect Antiques & Interiors doesn’t just offer rare collectibles. We also specialise in bespoke furniture design, where your personal vision is brought to life with precision and care. Each custom piece is carefully crafted in our workshop using high-quality materials and time-honoured techniques. Whether it’s a statement piece or a subtle addition, our skilled craftsmen create designs that seamlessly fit into any space while adding timeless elegance.
Authentic By Design
Commitment to Quality and Craftsmanship
At Artefect Antiques & Interiors, we focus on selecting pieces that reflect timeless elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and unique character. With years of experience and strong relationships across the industry, we source rare and distinctive antiques from trusted dealers and markets in Europe and beyond.
Each item is carefully assessed for its authenticity, quality, and ability to enhance any space. This commitment ensures that every Artefect Antiques & Interiors piece is both meaningful and lasting.
BESPOKE INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES AND FURNITURE CREATIONS
Artefect Antiques & Interiors' Commitment to Beauty and Elegance
Artefect Antiques & Interiors is not just a business; it’s a philosophy. We believe in the power of timeless design and history’s ability to shape modern spaces. Our collection is a testament to this belief – where the past meets the present, offering our clients a unique blend of history and contemporary style.
Our journey from the UK to Cape Town reflects our commitment to curating the finest antiques and bespoke design pieces, ensuring that each piece we offer adds value and elegance to every home.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Have to Say
“Working with Shelley at Artefect Interiors is a hugely pleasurable and enriching collaborative experience. She is distinctively stylish, with a beautifully refined design sensibility. She’s a natural when it comes to imagining and interpreting the nuances of a vision through colour, texture and a sophisticated eye for uniquely exquisite collector’s pieces. She has a way of effortlessly blending a timeless elegance with innovation and an up-to-the-minute flair. Shelley’s passion for beauty and design is infectious. I absolutely love visiting her space in Chelsea Village; I leave feeling warmed by the perfume and atmosphere of rich and enduring ages of old-world beauty. I am grateful to know her.”
Chella, Fresnaye
From the minute my husband and I walked into Artefect, we knew Shelley would play a major role in renovation in Kenilworth. She quickly understood our needs in classic simplicity with a European flair. Her choices in the pieces she acquires are timeless and authentic, which appealed to us the most. Shelley’s patience and understanding with our long term vision has built a wonderful relationship that we see lasting for years to come.
Nathalie
“Shelley is a true genius when it comes to interior design. We have been using her expertise, help, and guidance for many years now. She really has the unique ability to transform a room into a tranquil place. To turn pieces she has found in France or on her travels into something exceptional. Part of a balcony from France was made into a beautiful server for us as well as window frames into mirrors – to name but a few. We also love the natural linen fabrics which she uses. From curtains to quilts – everything prewashed to give it that gorgeous natural look and feel. All the work has been done professionally in true Shelley style. We would never consider using anybody else. Absolute perfection!”