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#ArchForArch 3: The value of our South African Constitution
The third episode takes us to Constitution Hill, the site of the highest court in South Africa.
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Cole Ndelu's arresting work tackles collective memory and the portrayal of black bodies
The Durban-based artist and photographer challenges representation with her disruptive imagery.
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Robin Rhode on talking drawing, performance and artistic ownership
The visual artist explains the thinking behind his show-stopping Design Indaba 2017 performance.
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Dubai Design Week highlights the best in student innovation
Those from the top university design programmes worldwide will be gathered together in a single space.
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It’s time to start pumping for groundwater – but at what cost?
As Cape Town reaches a critical stage of drought, we look at whether tapping into groundwater is a viable alternative.
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Fixperts connects designers to those in need of their expertise
"The idea behind Fixperts is to connect designers with people who could do with a little help in their lives."
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Enough White Tea Cups: a documentary that examines solutions for global challenges
The film highlights the work of the INDEX: Design to Improve Life® organisation and will be screened at Nightscape 2018.
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Eindhoven University of Technology unveils world’s first 3D printed bridge
Built with cyclists in mind, the bridge can withstand loads up to two tonnes.
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Osborne Macharia breathes life into his fantastical, fictional imagery
The self-taught Kenyan photographer takes the Design Indaba audience on a mesmerising journey of fiction, fantasy and narrative.
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Andile Dyalvane, gt2p in never-before-seen installation at Design Indaba 2017
An unexpected link emerges between the Chilean design group and the South African ceramicist.
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Multidisciplinary artist Robin Rhode brings his drawing process to life
The South African born artist and his “doppelgänger” light up the Design Indaba stage.
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This Cato Manor museum is a shining example of architectural confidence and authenticity
Made up of connecting nodes, the museum space can change and adapt to suit the needs of the community.
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The Trashpresso transforms plastic bottles into stunning architectural tiles
This remarkable upcycling process turns discarded waste into something beautiful.
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The Gangsta Gardener is bringing affordable and nutritious produce to California’s ‘food deserts’
Ron Finley plants vegetable gardens in South Central LA to offer alternative food sources.
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Famous artworks come to life on the streets of London
Applied upon human canvases, this project aims to communicate that art is for the masses.
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Snøhetta unveil Arch for Arch project at Design Indaba 2017
The Oslo-based architects designed the physical tribute to Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
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Meet Aoi Yamaguchi, the Japanese Master Calligrapher expanding the form’s possibilities
The California-based artist merges music and performance with the centuries-old tradition.
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Simon and Mary and Trevor Stuurman join forces for the fez lookbook, Ses’fikile
The brand celebrates Ndebele beadwork elegance with their contemporary FEZ range.
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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.
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Kate Moross on her unorthodox approach to work and what she considers good design
The multi-talented creative talks starting a business and what makes her visual style different.
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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.
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Our top picks for the 2017 Africa Architecture Awards
The shortlist of nominees is out and here are the projects we think could have the most impact.
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Throne of Gods: A video game inspired by West African mythology
The Nigerian built and developed mobile game taps into Africa’s rich culture.
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Flow Loop: a new shower system to save water and energy
The Danish company has developed a sustainable showering system to combat waste.
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