ARQSA helps South African architects, builders, designers and suppliers get discovered by clients who are actively looking for trusted businesses.
Most South African building and design businesses rely on word of mouth, social media, and scattered directories. None of them are built specifically for our residential market or for how serious clients actually choose who to work with.
Search results are dominated by big brands and global platforms. Smaller, high-quality South African businesses are buried on page 3 – or never show up at all.
Beautiful posts and a decent following don’t guarantee real project enquiries. Algorithms reward trends, not reliable project delivery.
Projects live in emails, WhatsApp chats and random PDFs. Clients don’t get a clear, professional view of who you are and what you do best.
When clients can’t see your process, quality and track record, they default to the lowest quote – not the most capable team.
South Africa’s residential building and renovation spend runs into the tens of billions every year. Yet there is no single, curated place where homeowners and professionals can confidently discover local businesses like yours.
Estimated annual residential renovation spend in South Africa
Architects, designers, builders & specialists who could be listed on ARQSA
Homeowners who will need trusted providers in the coming decade
Registering on ARQSA positions your business at the front of this opportunity – where clients are actively looking for expertise, not just the cheapest quote.
Registering your business on ARQSA gives you more than a directory listing. It’s a living, editorial profile that shows clients why you are the right partner for their project.
Present your services, team, portfolio and credentials in a format designed specifically for the built environment.
From small renovations to high-end homes, ARQSA is tailored to how South Africans actually build.
Showcase verified reviews, completed projects, B-BBEE status and proof points.
Add BIM/CAD files, technical documents, and clear contact paths straight from your profile.
We’ve kept the process clear and guided so you can go from first click to “ready to be discovered” without guesswork.
Share your basic business details: who you are, where you operate, and what types of projects you take on.
Upload key projects, certifications and supporting documents so clients understand capability at a glance.
Pick the membership that fits your stage, from emerging studio to established supplier.
Once approved, your profile becomes searchable across ARQSA.
