The Foundation

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The Foundation, Knysna
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The Foundation is a collaborative
& collective space of "all-local" artists, artisans,
creatives & wellness experts under one beautiful roof
in the main road of Knysna.
The yoga studio at The Foundation, Knysna The Foundation, as seen from the Knysna Mall The street view and patio at The Foundation, Knysna An interior view of The Foundation, Knysna

A Collaborative Collective

It may be situated in the little coastal town of Knysna, but walking into the space gives a sense of been transported to an international creative hub - it is home to a local Collective of over 100 small businesses.


Downstairs you'll find handmade crafts, high-end local design and clothing, a package-free health & on-tap store, a coffee and juice bar, and an award-winning Asian restaurant. Upstairs is a Wellness space offering everything from yoga, pilates & Barre to mindfulness meditation, massage, oscillation therapy, holistic healthcare, ice bath/sauna and a tattoo studio.


Born from a vision to bring authentic Knysna magic back into the centre of town, The Foundation is a love letter from the many minds who dreamed it, hands that built it & those who breathe life into it daily, at its core - it is passionate collaborative community in action.

“Work is love made visible.” Kalil Gibran