Renowned African designer, Ashanti Design, is set to dazzle audiences with their distinctive handwoven lighting as part of the ‘Joy From Africa to the World’ campaign at V&A Waterfront. The festive installation, crafted by Ashanti Design, features a life-sized cable car, symbolizing the iconic Table Mountain Cable Car—one of the seven wonders of the world. […]
In an exciting development for the design world, Lani Adeoye, the acclaimed Nigerian-Canadian designer behind Studio Lani, has been named as a jury member for the iF Design Award 2024. Known for her ability to blend modern design with traditional craftsmanship, Adeoye brings her unique perspective to the 70th edition of this prestigious competition. The
In a mesmerizing collaboration with Dior’s 8th edition of Lady Art, Cameroonian artist Ludovic Nkoth breathes new life into the iconic Lady Dior handbag, transforming it into a captivating masterpiece. Breaking away from convention, Nkoth infuses fluid artistry into the Cannage design, using curved lines, contrasting backgrounds, and bead-trimmed seams to create a truly unique
The fourth edition of Design Week Lagos, held from October 19-22 at Lekki’s Livespot Entertarium, proved to be a magnificent fusion of African creativity and artistic innovation. Curated by the celebrated Nigerian architect and designer Charles O Job, the event bore the theme “African Design, The Future,” bringing together design enthusiasts and creatives for a
In a recent interview, British fashion maverick Ozwald Boateng has articulated his vision for a potential revolution in the furniture industry, similar to the way he redefined traditional tailoring practices on London’s prestigious Savile Row. Boateng, renowned for his groundbreaking approach to menswear, has joined forces with the esteemed Italian brand Poltrona Frau to unveil
In a groundbreaking fusion of South African flair and global sportswear excellence, PUMA and Nando’s have unveiled their sizzling collaboration just in time for Heritage Day. The PUMA x Nando’s RS-Xtra Hot sneaker is set to ignite the sneakerhead scene and become a symbol of South African creativity and culture. Brett Bellinger, PUMA SA Marketing
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The 17th edition of Handmade Contemporary, Africa’s premier design fair, held from September 1st to 3rd, 2023, was a magnificent display of artistic ingenuity. Enthusiastic African design aficionados flocked to Johannesburg for this renowned event, which has evolved from a passion project into a resounding mandate for its founder, Lesley Hudson. She emphasized the need
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Brooklyn Museum Celebrates Africa’s Cultural Renaissance in Largest North American Exhibition Africa, often overlooked in the annals of history, is finally taking center stage in the cultural world, thanks to a remarkable exhibition titled “Africa Fashion” currently gracing the halls of the Brooklyn Museum. With over three hundred pieces spanning textiles, jewelry, music, film, and
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The 2023 NY Product Design Awards recently concluded its inaugural competition season, unveiling the outstanding winners in a pool of more than 850 entries. The competition, which assessed submissions based on their potential to enhance daily life, celebrated the exceptional achievements of designers from various fields In a remarkable achievement, “Scent of Africa” clinched the
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In a landmark moment for Nigeria’s contemporary creative industry, Lagos-based visual artist and fine art photographer Mayowa Lawal has emerged as the first Nigerian fine art photographer to collaborate with global sportswear giant Adidas, marking a significant milestone for African visual culture on the international stage. The collaboration, commissioned for the launch of Adidas’ flagship
