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In Studio With: Massimo Vignelli

Video Interviews > Design Thinking

In the launch episode of a new three-part pilot series 'In Studio With' you get an intimate view of design maestro Massimo Vignelli's thinking and approach.

28 May 14
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Pads to improve education

Design News > African Design

Many girls in Uganda aren't able to attend school on the days they menstruate because they can’t afford the basic sanitary products. Makapads offers a solution.

2 May 14 / Design Indaba Expo 2014
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Nifty lighting

Design News > African Design

The Colour Cup designed by Editions in Craft looks at a unique way to transform ordinary light bulbs into décor accessories.

27 Mar 14 / Design Indaba Expo 2014
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Behind the scenes at Shonaquip

Product Spotlight > African Design

What began as a mother's wish to give her daughter mobility has become an enterprise making all-terrain wheelchairs for more than 70 000 users.

26 Mar 14 / Design Indaba Expo 2014
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Alex Atala on creativity and innovation in cuisine

Talks > Food Design

At the 2013 Design Indaba Conference Alex Atala spoke about creating dishes that sum up an entire culture.

18 Mar 14 / Design Indaba Conference 2013
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Karin Fong: Film as an immersive and emotional medium

Video Interviews > Film & Animation

Design Indaba TV catches up with director Karin Fong in Cape Town, South Africa. She tells of her latest projects and shares advice for would-be directors.

27 Jan 14
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Marcello Serpa for Havaianas

Lookbook > Graphic Design & Illustration

The global popularity of Havaianas is testament to the consistent, brilliant creative work of Brazilian-born creative director Marcello Serpa. Have a look.

21 Jan 14
00:38:48

Sir John Hegarty on challenging the status quo

Talks > Information Design

“It’s our job to get out there and fight for great ideas; it’s creative people that will make the change," Sir John Hegarty said at Design Indaba Conference.

25 Dec 13 / Design Indaba Conference 2013
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Nairobi dispatch

Q&A > African Design

Award-winning filmmaker, animator and director Ng'endo Mukii gives Design Indaba the lowdown on the experience of returning to Kenya after eight years abroad.

2 Dec 13
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Louise Fili on typography and gastronomy

Talks > Graphic Design & Illustration

Louise Fili believes designers need to have their own creative projects to find their design voice. She draws much of her inspiration from Italy and eating.

30 Nov 13 / Design Indaba Conference 2013

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