Celebrating Women

Larger than Design

Written by Trisha Harinath

Liezel Viljoen – Director and interior designer

Larger than Design is a full-service interior design company that guides and assists clients from the planning phase to the construction phase and up to the soft furnishing installation.

Liezel Viljoen

How do you celebrate other women in the home décor and design industry?

I celebrate other women in the industry by supporting their work, sharing their successes and collaborating whenever possible. I believe in lifting each other up, mentoring newcomers and highlighting female-led brands. Together, we create a stronger, more inspiring community that values creativity, resilience and authentic expression.

What advice do you have for other women starting out in this industry?

Trust your vision, stay curious and never underestimate your voice. Build strong relationships, seek mentorship and learn from every project. Don’t be afraid to take up space – your perspective matters. Embrace design, and believe that with passion and persistence, you belong in this industry.

A woman to me is … strength and softness combined – resilient, intuitive and endlessly creative. She lifts others while pursuing her path, balancing courage with compassion. A woman is a storyteller, a nurturer, a leader and a force of transformation. She is power in grace and beauty in authenticity.

Contact:

083 557 8144
liezel@designltd.co.za
www.largerthandesign.com

THE AUTHOR

Trisha Harinath

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