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Zangbeto Side Table: A Masterful Convergence of Tradition and Contemporary Design
The Zangbeto Side Table is a striking piece of furniture that seamlessly blends West African heritage with modern craftsmanship. Designed...

Mahogni’s Timeless Craftsmanship: Blending Tradition with Contemporary Design
In the ever-evolving world of interior design, few brands manage to strike the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Mahogni,...

Nifemi Marcus-Bello Explores the Paradox of Copper in Nigeria with ‘Whispers of a Trail’
In his latest furniture collection, ‘Oríkì (Act III): Whispers of a Trail,’ Nigerian designer Nifemi Marcus-Bello wrestles with the contradictions...

20 African Furniture Designers Shaping African Design
African furniture design is experiencing a renaissance, with creators across the continent blending traditional techniques with contemporary aesthetics. These designers,...

10 African Chairs That Redefine Design and Tradition
The inaugural Design Week South Africa, held in Cape Town, delivered an engaging exhibition that celebrated the continent's rich tapestry of...

Salem S. Charabi – The Architect of Poetic Craftsmanship
Salem S. Charabi, born in 1992, is a Danish-Egyptian architect and designer whose work transcends the conventional boundaries of architecture...

Nigerian Interior Designers, Five28, Transform Wema Bank’s IDEAX Labs into a Hub of Innovation and Creativity
Nigerian design firm Five28 has recently completed an impressive project for Wema Bank, designing and fitting its first-ever innovation hub,...

Egypt’s Afkarna Gallery Keeps It Local With Homegrown Home Decor
Locally made with both local and imported materials, Afkarna Gallery takes pride in tailored furniture and accessories that weave art...

British-Nigerian Designer Yinka Ilori Teams Up With American Outdoor Brand The North Face For Bold New Collection
British-Nigerian designer Yinka Ilori has unveiled a vibrant new clothing collection in collaboration with American outdoor brand The North Face....

British-Zimbabwean Natsai Audrey Chieza Wins London Design Innovation Medal at 2024 London Design Festival
The London Design Festival has announced its prestigious 2024 London Design Medal winners, with British-Zimbabwean designer Natsai Audrey Chieza receiving...

Yinka Ilori Partially Encloses London’s Eros Fountain with Vibrant Installation: Good Things Come to Those Who Wait
British-Nigerian designer Yinka Ilori has transformed the iconic Eros fountain at Piccadilly Circus in central London with his latest public...

Shosha Kamal’s Tut Collection: A Modern Ode to Ancient Egyptian Heritage
Renowned for her deep connection to ancient Egyptian heritage, designer Shosha Kamal has once again masterfully blended art, design, and...