March 2014 Archive

  • Szenasy, Design Advocate cover by Paula Scher.
    Revolutionary graphics
    Design News • 31 Mar 14
    Paula Scher has designed the layout of writer and educator Susan S. Szenasy's book, "Szenacy, Design Advocate". >
  • Bernadette and Agnes by Inga Sempe.
    Winter warmer
    Design News • 31 Mar 14
    French designer Inga Sempé has created a new range of luxurious woolen blankets for the renowned Norwegian textile brand Røros Tweed. >
  • M-farm app in action.
    Four impactful Africa apps
    Hot Topic • 31 Mar 14
    From tackling gender violence and authenticating pharmaceuticals to enhancing antenatal care and empowering farmers, African apps solve real problems. >
  • Quazi Design lookbook 2014.
    Crafting power
    Lookbook • 30 Mar 14
    Progressive craft company Quazi Design has revealed their 2014 lookbook. Here's a look at some of their hottest collections of the year. >
  • The Smog Project by Daan Roosegaarde.
    Air freshener
    Design News • 30 Mar 14
    Daan Roosegaarde's Smog project is a true example of a smart and social city. >
  • Print Chair by Nendo.
    Double take
    Design News • 29 Mar 14
    Nendo has designed a simplistic and one-of-a-kind wooden chair for their solo exhibition at Salone del Mobile 2014. >
  • Sparkle collection by Tokujin Yoshioka for Kartell.
    Clear as crystal
    Design News • 29 Mar 14
    Tokujin Yoshioka continues his exploration of prisms and the refraction of light with a unique furniture collection for Italian brand Kartell. >
  • Fluoro Vases – Series 2 by Gone Rural.
    Weaving a tradition
    Design News • 28 Mar 14
    Gone Rural's Fluoro Vases – Series 2 showcase a modern translation of traditional African patterns. >
  • Illustration by Steve Simpson
    Amongst Inspiration: Steve Simpson
    FilmFestFriday • 28 Mar 14
    Meet illustrator Steve Simpson, In this #FilmFestFridays video he talks about his inspiration and influences. >
  • David Goldblatt
    David Goldblatt: The ultimate portrait
    Video Interviews • Duration: 00:05:55 • 28 Mar 14
    Driven by a relentless curiosity, photographer David Goldblatt has been capturing the people, places and structures of South Africa for more than 50 years. >
  • Surf Texas cover and layout design by DJ Stout.
    Surfing in the USA
    Design News • 27 Mar 14
    DJ Stout has designed the layout and cover for a new coffee-table book that looks at the surfing culture in Texas. >
  • Colour Cups by Editions in Craft.
    Nifty lighting
    Design News • 27 Mar 14
    The Colour Cup designed by Editions in Craft looks at a unique way to transform ordinary light bulbs into décor accessories. >
  • Williams Formula One branding by Hat-trick.
    Speed racing
    Design News • 27 Mar 14
    Hat-trick have recently completed the new branding for the Williams Formula One team. >
  • Blantyre Jars by People of the Sun.
    From discarded bottle to desirable decor
    Design News • 26 Mar 14
    The Blantyre Jars by People of the Sun offer a fresh way of reusing discarded wine bottles. >
  • Behind the scenes at the Shonaquip factory in Cape Town.
    Behind the scenes at Shonaquip
    Product Spotlight • Duration: 00:04:36 • 26 Mar 14
    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. >
  • Industrial playground by Studio Makkink & Bey.
    An industrial jungle gym
    Design News • 26 Mar 14
    Rotterdam-based Studio Makkink & Bey fuse public and private outdoor furniture with their design of a one-of-a-kind industrial playground. >
  • Graham Reynolds
    Music man
    Q&A • 25 Mar 14
    Graham Reynolds has written scores for trash trucks, designed sound for meals and at Design Indaba Conference 2014 he gave the audience a Texas soundtrack. >
  • Lenses Vase by Dirk Vander Kooij.
    Lighting up
    Design News • 25 Mar 14
    Dirk Vander Kooij has designed the world's largest 3D printed object, the Lenses Vase. >
  • Nostalgia bag by Dennis Chuene.
    Carry the load
    Design News • 25 Mar 14
    Dennis Chuene has designed a multipurpose bag that aims to bring dignity to the less fortunate. >
  • Rowan and Erwin Bouroullec's new collection for Kvadrat.
    3D fabrics
    Lookbook • 24 Mar 14
    Rowan and Erwin Bouroullec's create three-dimensional fabrics for textile manufacturer Kvadrat. >
  • Spaghetti Bowls by Marjorie Wallace.
    Bowls like baskets
    Design News • 24 Mar 14
    Inspired by childhood memories of the tradition of basketmaking, Marjorie Wallace creates ceramic work that echoes the woven quality of the baskets. >
  • Designed by Lella.
    Free design book by Massimo Vignelli
    Design News • 24 Mar 14
    Design veteran Massimo Vignelli has designed a book "Designed by Lella" in celebration of his partner and wife's work. >
  • Luxury collection by The Shelley & Harry Jewellery Collection.
    Desirable jewels
    Design News • 23 Mar 14
    "See it. Touch it. Need it" is the catch phrase for Shelley & Harry's "Luxury" jewellery collection. >
  • 89plus: Jody Brand.
    89plus | Jody Brand
    Q&A • 23 Mar 14
    Another Africa's Missla Libsekal chats to 89plus artist Jody Brand after her presentation at Design Indaba Conference 2014. >

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