Search Design Indaba

Street signs hold sway in our urban psyches, thanks to these design masters – and subverters. >

Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Rwanda is full of positive signs of growth and repair. >

An innovative audio speaker has won the PPC Imaginarium Awards, a showcase for design and art that pushes the boundaries of work made in concrete. >

Kirstenbosch's suspended walkway designed by Mark Thomas and Henry Fagan is the public's choice in the Most Beautiful Object in SA at Design Indaba Expo 2015. >

Don't miss out on your chance to enter this international juried competition – late application expires 28 February! >

Your last chance to enter this international juried competition expires 28 February – and here’s why you should enter! >

In an industrial part of Amsterdam the locals refer to as "Noord", 16 grounded houseboats now dot a former shipyard: tricky architectural brief, magical space. >

Recent architecture graduate Nikki Onderstall uses accurate geographic information in model-sculptures to examine Cape Town's city planning. >

A selection of memorable quotes from some of the most acclaimed designers and creative thinkers featured in the "Design Indaba All Stars" book. >

Some unveiled major new designs, others recapped their careers in easy-to-digest lessons. Watch the designers featured in our 10 most popular videos from 2014. >

The 12 nominations for Most Beautiful Object in South Africa 2015 stole the virtual spotlight on designindaba.com this week. >

Kigali’s city planners have devised an ambitious plan to transform this quaint capital city into a regional powerhouse. >

The "City Desired" exhibition explores issues of city making and contemporary urbanism through the lens of Cape Town. >

The Danish designer's new light harmoniously marries rigid material and malleable plastic. >

We want to see photos of the tweaks and hacks that improve life in your city. Post them to Instagram to enter our competition! #makechange >

The standard deadline for this global design competition is 30 September. Latecomers pay extra so register and submit your work today! >

A new Your Street Challenge has just been launched! The city of Bergen in Norway is now also taking part in this urban upgrade initiative. >

The wild natural gardens of Piet Oudolf belie the masterful hand that conceived them. A new exhibition of his sketches reveals his creative process. >

Architect and urbanist Andrew Makin unravels the chaos that is Mexico city and finds more than a little method in the madness. >

A revamped bus rolled into the informal settlement of Monwabisi Park to educate and entertain the area's underprivileged children. >

Architect and urbanist Andrew Makin considers the South African city and proposes a new vision for our urban centres. >

Cities, ceramics and service design grabbed readers' interest this week. Here are the top five stories on designindaba.com. >

This inter-disciplinary student project seeks to create new visions for the Foreshore precinct in downtown Cape Town. >

With 12 more days till the deadline for the Better Living Challenge, Design Indaba chats to project manager Fran Cox about why you should enter. >

The 2014 Cooper-Hewitt National Design Awards winners have been announced! >