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THE PARAGON GROUP

Paragon Group is an internationally active collective of high-profile design businesses that delivers high-performance architecture and interior projects across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.

Established in 1997, we offer a comprehensive, integrated design service that spans every scale — from master planning and large-scale architecture to the fine detail of interior environments. Our strength lies in the depth and diversity of expertise across our specialist businesses, united by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and lasting value.

We work globally with ambitious clients to create human-focused, commercially intelligent, and technically precise solutions. Our designs not only perform — they inspire, attract, and elevate the value of the environments we shape, leaving a lasting impact on users, investors, and communities alike.

The Paragon Group consists of four dynamic, highly collaborative businesses: Paragon Architects, Paragon Interface, Paragon Middle East, and Paragon Architects South Africa (PASA).

PURPOSE

At Paragon, excellence is at the core of everything we do. Our purpose is to create transformative design solutions that unlock lasting value, enhance human experience, and contribute to a better, more sustainable built environment.

Through continual innovation, collaboration, and a deep understanding of our clients’ ambitions, we deliver spaces that inspire, perform, and endure — shaping environments where people and communities can thrive.

VISION

Our Vision To be the global design practice of choice — creating transformative, high-performance environments that enhance human experience, unlock lasting value, and shape a more sustainable, inclusive future.

VALUES

At Paragon, our culture is built on values that drive excellence, innovation, integrity, and lasting impact — for our people, our clients, and the places we shape.

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PEOPLE

We believe in investing in our teams, building strong relationships, and creating environments where talent can thrive and collective success is celebrated.

EXCELLENCE

We pursue the highest standards in everything we do — from design to delivery — with an unwavering commitment to quality, precision, and performance.

INNOVATION

We challenge convention and embrace new ideas, using creativity and technology to unlock better solutions for our clients and the built environment.

INTEGRITY

We act with honesty, responsibility, and pride — taking ownership of our work and honouring the trust placed in us by our clients, teams, and partners.

IMPACT

We create lasting value through thoughtful, sustainable, and high-performing design that shapes better experiences and stronger communities.