November 2014 Archive

There's a new kid on the block in Woodstock's burgeoning art and design precinct that specialises in limited-edition South African design. >

In this week's exploration of sounds from across the African continent, we bring you a unique mix of chillwave and electronic house. >

The three winners of the Better Living Challenge design competition each receive R500 000 worth of support services to develop their products for market. >

This collection of misshapen bowls captures the performative act of making. >

Dutch designer Borre Akkersdijk has created an eye-catching suit that is a wearable connected platform – with technological applications way beyond that. >

Two graduates of Pasadena’s Art Center College of Design have designed an early warning system that connects a special sensor to your smartphone. >

Celebrated accessory and handbag label, Missibaba delights with a flowery explosion. >

A trip to Bolgatanga in northern Ghana to meet the women who weave A A K S’s sought-after raffia bags. >

Spark Design and Innovation's inflatable raft uses an innovative tilting mechanism that makes it easier to pull rescue victims out of the water. >

The French designer tells us in her own words about her time spent with Zimbabwean weavers developing baskets based on the gourd. >

Patterns multiply underfoot in the Spanish designer's new collection of tiles for Bisazza. >