Emile Uys | Design Indaba

The ecological reincarnation of Mount Trashmore

Proof that a second chance at life can be rewarding, even when it comes to lifeless urban spaces. >
Step into the vibrant alternative future of Adblock City

How will we escape the ever-mounting saturation of advertising in our cities? >
Cape Town décor label Mia Mélange revitalises with fresh look and feel

“Our intention was to express the diverse ways in which our products can be used in and around the home.” >
Dutch photographer captures candid moments of life on the streets of Christian Village

“Photography helps me to see more, to connect with strangers and listen to their stories.” >
Poor Billionaires photo series satirises the deep social void of Brazil

This Kolor Art Collective project uses glamour and absurdity to criticise profound income inequality. >
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." >
Yinka Ilori on telling stories through furniture design

“If the chair you are sitting on could tell your story, would it be a dangerous or good thing?” >
Beautiful Boy by Lissa Rivera explores the visual language of gender

Celebrating gender identity as a repertoire, not a classification. >
The surreal body art of South Korean artist Dain Yoon

This artist uses her face as the canvas for unique optical illusion artworks. >
On breaking down plastic waste for the benefit of nature

A look at different approaches that challenge the ‘non-biodegradable’ barrier. >
French astronaut shares captivating images of Earth

While they might look like fungi under a microscope, these photographs are actually of mountain ranges and cityscapes. >
Ilya Kalimulin's Unexpected Products are a quirky jab at brands we love

What would an air horn made by Pampers look like? How about bullet casings made by M&M? >
A satirical look at life through the eyes of Al Margen

This artist holds a mirror up to society to reveal the dark side of our habits. >
A look inside Bright Creative Space in Cape Town

This collaborative studio plays host to weekly drawing sessions and freelance artists from around the globe. >
On making theatre specifically for kids below the age of 2

Children at such an early age can still decide to stop paying attention, which is the harshest criticism of all >
Wacom Creatives: A look into the experimental digital art of Miss Led

“If you want something really badly, then you don’t feel like you’re making sacrifices.” >
A look inside the new island museum in Abu Dhabi

Louvre Abu Dhabi combines breathtaking architecture that is at once futuristic yet informed by ancient Arabian practices. >
A photographer is building a photographic ark of animals before they go extinct

National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore's project The Photo Ark currently holds photos of over 6500 distinct animal species. >
Ads Imitating Life exhibit explores not-so-progressive media representation

American artist Hank Willis Thomas takes a critical view of ‘Adland’ in this collection. >
The striking interpretation of an age-old Senegalese legend

Translating an old adage into striking visual art. >
Cinismo Ilustrado: Illustrated Cynicism

An artist with a tongue-in-cheek approach to life’s disappointments. >
5 oddball designs for the dinner plate

Where the worlds of cuisine and design-thinking collide. >
The Hausa People: Unique civilisation captured in graphic design

A comprehensively designed manual on one of Africa’s largest ethnic groups. >
The PET Pavilion: A communal space revival

An example of how derelict urban spaces can be reinvigorated for a good cause. >

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