Pieter Brundyn

Founder and CEO, In Residence by Pieter Brundyn (Pty) Ltd

Pieter Brundyn is the visionary behind In Residence, a luxury villa rental company established in 2015. Inspired by his deep-rooted connections in Cape Town’s luxury real estate, art, and culinary scenes, Pieter built In Residence as a B2B company with a unique, service-led approach to hospitality. From its elegant villa designs to the unmatched depth of local expertise, In Residence reflects Pieter’s personal commitment to delivering tailored, world-class experiences.

 

Pieter’s approach to hospitality is both meticulous and holistic. Leveraging a robust infrastructure designed to address every detail of every stay, In Residence provides a 360-degree guest experience akin to the finest luxury hotels. This innovative model, combined with strategic partnerships, has positioned In Residence as a trailblazer in the global luxury accommodation market.

 

As a pioneer in South Africa’s luxury villa industry, Pieter oversees an exclusive portfolio of premier properties in Cape Town, with an expanding footprint in top international tourism destinations. Beyond hospitality, Pieter is committed to fostering cultural and economic growth. He founded the In Residence Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting educational, entrepreneurial, and cultural excellence in South Africa. Additionally, he launched the In Residence Academy, which equips locals with the skills and training needed to build successful careers in the luxury hospitality sector.

 

Pieter’s vision and dedication continue to shape the future of luxury travel, setting a benchmark for personalized, high-end hospitality experiences worldwide.

Sessions

March 13, Thursday
Venue: Innovation City Cape Town  

 

2.30PM – 3.00PM

Next Generation Luxury

 

Is it return on time? Is it about space? Is it about value? Is it about decadence and indulgence? Or is it about health? We speak to different players catering to high end travellers to reveal the different shades of luxury in the new world.

 

Speakers:

Philippe Kjellgren, Founder, PK’s List
Pieter Brundyn, In Residence

Maija de Rijk-Uys, Managing Director, Go2Africa

Moderator: Yeoh Siew Hoon, Founder, WiT