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Yodit Eklund: Bantu, a surf brand for Africa

Video Interviews > Fashion & Jewellery Design

Bantu Wax, founded by Yodit Eklund, is an African surf brand that breaks the clichés of blonde, blue-eyed surf babes with images from Africa's own surf culture.

27 Jul 15
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Si Maclennan creates a nostalgic illustration for the Santa Monica Pier

Design News > Graphic Design & Illustration

The poster for California's Santa Monica Pier by South African illustrator and graphic designer Si Maclennan comes alive in this colourful gif.

27 Jul 15
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The Dutch Windwheel has been built to be a beacon of clean energy

Design News > Urban & Landscape Design

Rotterdam’s futuristic wind turbine will be a sustainable energy landmark as well as a unique place to live.

27 Jul 15
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Studio Ayaskan's indoor ecosystem mimics the sensory experience of nature

Next Generation > Urban & Landscape Design

The twin designers at London's Studio Ayaskan have designed Flow, an indoor ecosystem that captures the sensory experience of Mother Nature

27 Jul 15
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This house turns inside out in summer

Design News > Interaction Design

The D*Dynamic shape-shifting house was built using a mathematical puzzle in order to store energy in summer and provide maximum insulation in winter.

27 Jul 15
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Guerilla art installations by Luzinterruptus

Design News > Design Activism

Two recent guerilla light installations by anonymous artists Luzinterruptus highlight some issues with European democracies.

27 Jul 15
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Tara Rice’s photos capture the Mundari tribe of South Sudan

Lookbook > Art & Photography

Tara Rice photographs the nomadic cattle-herding tribe of South Sudan, where land mines are a lethal daily threat.

24 Jul 15
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Joy McKinney's new work "Armed Forces" looks at issues of race and injustice

Design News > Art & Photography

New York-based artist Joy Mckinney's new photographic series, "Armed Forces", focuses on race and injustice within African American communities.

24 Jul 15
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Radioactive bugs and the beautiful bayou in Ryan Gillis’ mysterious short film “Palm Rot”

FilmFestFriday > Film & Animation

Inspired by Florida, palm trees and a mysterious yellow crate, Ryan Gillis releases the short film that’s made a big splash on the awards circuit.

24 Jul 15
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Hearing aids are enhanced by wearable technology

Design Frontiers > Product Design

Scientists have created hearing aids for the digital age, using wearable technology.

24 Jul 15
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India-based Ducere Technology launches smart navigational footwear

Design News > Product Design

Lechal is a technology-enhanced shoe that can help the visually impaired navigate any route more easily.

24 Jul 15
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Does this milk smell bad to you?

Design Frontiers > Product Design

A lid that changes colour when milk is starting to spoil saves the family member nominated for the “sour milk” smell test.

23 Jul 15
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The unique and distinctive architectural style of Angola’s cinemas

African Report > Design Thinking

An archive of historical cinemas in Africa is being created by the Goethe Institut Angola, with Angola's movie theatre history being revived and retold first.

23 Jul 15
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Ross Symons: The art of origami (Part 2)

Video Interviews > Product Design

In the second part of this exclusive video interview, origami artist Ross Symons talks about breaking out alone and folding for the big brands.

23 Jul 15
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Mail Man Barry delivers you daily messages on paper when you have time to read them

Design News > Interaction Design

This intuitive device filters through your digital inbox and prints out the more meaningful messages at the end of the day.

23 Jul 15
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Indian musician creates a foldable wooden tie

Product Spotlight > Product Design

A retired musician in West Bengal, India created this artisanal, folding wooden tie.

23 Jul 15
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BreastIT uses a glove and a cellphone app to detect cancer

Design Frontiers > Information Design

Three Ugandan IT graduates have developed a cellphone app that can diagnose breast cancer, helping prevent deaths by providing essential early detection.

23 Jul 15
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Even artists have to understand business to succeed

Design News > Creative Economy

Want to get more business savvy? UCT Graduate School of Business is offering one South African artist the chance to kick-start his or her career.

23 Jul 15
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Ross Symons: The art of origami (Part 1)

Video Interviews > Design Thinking

Ross Symons quit his job in the advertising industry and became an (almost accidental) origami artist.

22 Jul 15
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A contraceptive pill that calls women who forget to take it

Design News > Product Design

Oviary is the first update the contraceptive pill has received in 50 years and it’s going to make it more effective for women everywhere.

22 Jul 15
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The world’s most compact electric bike

Product Spotlight > Product Design

The A-Bike is back and is better than ever. Sir Clive Sinclair’s 2006 foldup bike is set to revolutionise the daily urban commute with an electric upgrade.

22 Jul 15
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The Lumos helmet is set to radically change road safety for cyclists

Product Spotlight > Product Design

A bicycle helmet with LED brake and indicator lights will make roads much safer for bicycle riders.

22 Jul 15
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Tracy Lee Lynch on curating, collaborating and South African design

Inside View > Product Design

With a portfolio of work that’s as rich as a tapestry, designer Tracy Lee Lynch uses her expert eye to create new spaces and public platforms for local design.

22 Jul 15
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The monkey-shaped Macaco paperweight

Product Spotlight > Product Design

According to its creator NikyNaky, this ceramic Macaco paperweight just wants to be loved.

22 Jul 15

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Hopeful romantic

Q&A • 24 Oct 22

Blurring disciplinary boundaries, Cape Town-based creative Mikhailia Petersen builds intricate narratives in her photo series. >
Head above water

Design News • 24 Oct 22

Former Design Indaba Emerging Creative Kenyaa Mzee’s latest visual collection is exhibiting at Youngblood Gallery, Cape Town in October. >
Parking off

Design News • 24 Oct 22

Design Indaba, Beefeater Gin and I Love The Dough collaborated on turning a pavement into a community-minded parklet. >
Modern classics

Design News • 24 Oct 22

Iconic furniture design studio Herman Miller collaborated with Danish design brand HAY on a collection that reimagines the classic Eames collection. >

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