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Indian studio develops zero-energy, terracotta air conditioner
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Design Thinking
New-Delhi-based Ant Studio’s clay cooling installation is both beautiful and functional.
8 Oct 19
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South African student tackles plastic waste with edible straws
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African Design
Chemical engineering student Leila Siljeur has won R50 000 for her “Eat Me Straws”, a collection of edible and environmentally-friendly straws.
7 Oct 19
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Tia Blassingame is using her craft to investigate racism in America
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Art & Photography
Using old-fashioned printing methods, Blassingame’s work focuses on historical and contemporary racism.
5 Oct 19
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N’Golà Biennial highlights the impact creatives have on society
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African Design
For three weeks, the island of São Tomé e Príncipe was taken over by artists from across the continent.
4 Oct 19
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SMTNG GOOD is cosying up to art and design for the greater good
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African Design
“I wanted every aspect of the project to be Proudly South African, to invest in South African resources and simultaneously contribute to growing the economy.”
4 Oct 19
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Thonik design studio on why they design
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Craft
The book, by founders Nikki Gonnissen and Thomas Widdershoven, is a celebration of the studio's 25 years in the industry.
3 Oct 19
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How Nelly Ben Hayoun is challenging the music and film industry
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Art & Photography
Her new documentary, informed by the philosophy of Hannah Arendt, explores what are the origins of knowledge.
1 Oct 19
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We're proud to announce the £5,000 winner of the Dundeed Challenge!
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Creative Economy
Debalina Bera's project The Welcome Tent impressed the judges with its focus on food as a catalyst for communities to find a voice.
1 Oct 19
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IKEA & Design Indaba launched ÖVERALLT collection at Design Indaba Festival 2019
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African Design
Two years ago, IKEA teamed up with a group of designers from five African countries curated by Design Indaba to create a one-of-a-kind collection.
1 Oct 19
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Design Indaba Festival 2019
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These designers are merging tech and product design for more inclusive products
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African Design
We look at the work of designers who are trying to make products that tackle access for those with disabilities.
30 Sep 19
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