Lagos | Design Indaba

MaXhosa launches rug collection and appoints new creative director

Changes are afoot for the acclaimed South African fashion brand. >
Lagos’ Wooden Tower is an alternative to the city's reliance on concrete buildings

The award-winning tower was designed and conceptualised by Cameroonian Architecture Firm, Hermann Kamte & Associates. >
Top 10 Creative Crowdfunding Projects | November 2017

We've scoured the web for compelling creative campaigns around the globe that you might want to support in their quest for funding. Have a look! >
Pearl Recycling is turning Nigeria’s discarded waste into stunning furniture and home décor

The waste upcycling company is creatively solving one of Nigeria’s most pressing issues – waste management. >
Nigerian creative powerhouse Daniel Obasi explores sexuality in new short film

The film is a visual exploration of sexuality and gender fluidity from a contemporary African perspective. >
Throne of Gods: A video game inspired by West African mythology

The Nigerian built and developed mobile game taps into Africa’s rich culture. >
Studio Lani's versatile Talking Tables win at the NYC WantedDesign Launch Pad

"Hand-welded steel, hand-turned wood and woven leather unite to form the sculptural and versatile nature of these pieces." >
Have a look at the latest campaign for Nigerian fashion label Rayo by L. Somoye

The striking images were shot and styled by frequent creative collaborators Clement Ogoh and Daniel Obasi. >
See the hyper-realistic pencil-portraits by Arinze Stanley

The Nigerian artist’s stunningly intricate work is making waves. >
What does it mean to be Nigerian?

Trans-African photography project Invisible Borders looks into what it means to be African and in their project Borders Within investigate Nigerian identity. >
Yinka Ilori

Furniture Designer

London-based Nigerian designer Yinka Ilori specialises in upcycled vintage furniture inspired by Nigerian parables and fabrics from Africa. >
Dearcurves

Fashion Designer

Dearcurves is a plus size fashion brand renowned for creating clothes exclusively for discerning curvy women. >
Somto Ajuluchukwu: African comic culture

Vortex Inc is a Nigerian comics company that is aiming to change the perception of Nigeria through cartoons that reflect the local culture. >
Nifemi Marcus-Bello: Affordable furniture for urban Nigerians

Product designer Nifemi Marcus-Bello works with local processes and artisans in Lagos to make affordable, lightweight furniture for aspiring, urban Nigerians. >
Michael Elegbedé: The taste of Nigeria

Nigerian chef Michael Elegbedé is opening a restaurant in Lagos that tells the stories of Nigeria through unique flavours and local ingredients. >
Chuma Anagbado

Design Director

Chuma Anagbado is a product designer and design activist who co-founded Aziza Design, a design firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. >
TEBUR: A Nigerian-made lightweight work table

Nigerian product designer Nifemi Marcus-Bello designs a portable work table that can be carried like a suitcase and is convenient for the office and the home. >
Imagined logos for Lagos businesses

Lagos-based identity design studio Light Design created a series of fun fake logos for imaged Lagos firms to stretch their creative muscles. >
Renowned graffiti artist Osa Seven gives back with educational street art

The Art for A Cause team say that donating money and resources is not enough. >
Nigerian photographer's romantic visions of Lagos

Photographer re-envisions his hometown using light and photographic installations. >
The Muko furniture series is designed with kids in mind

Today’s kids spend more and more time seated. These chairs are designed to ensure their comfort. >
The Kofe Club Collection: Uniquely Nigerian furniture

Product designer Nifemi Marcus-Bello believes small-scale operations can lead to unique, Nigerian designs. >
The Venus Bushfires on storytelling and bridging the middle

Helen Isibor-Epega, who performs as The Venus Bushfires, is an optimist, dreamer and musical storyteller who uses her art to build bridges across cultures. >
Trailer: The Venus Bushfires on storytelling and bridging the middle

Helen Isibor-Epega, who performs as The Venus Bushfires, is an optimist, dreamer and musical storyteller who uses her art to build bridges across cultures. >

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