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2022 Highlight: CUSP Exhibition

An Exhibition of Unusual Design When ceramic artist Jan Ernst approached us with his idea for a showcase of unique, collectible design, we were thrilled at the opportunity to create something completely different. In partnership with Piet Smedy, Condé Nast House & Garden Editor-in-Chief, CUSP brought together eleven local designers to create novel pieces of […]

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Design Afrika in LOOKBOOK

A new creative content studio and independent media company, Lookbook Studio aims “to showcase, spotlight and support the décor and design industry through visual storytelling.” We were so thrilled to have been involved in their very first online journal, in their “design is more than meets the eye” feature. This fun matchmaker campaign paired us

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Joy From Africa 2020

Launched in 2019, the V&A Waterfront’s Christmas campaign, “Joy from Africa to the World” was back to ensure that Christmas spirit prevailed over Covid19. Once again turning the spotlight inward, toward Africa, the campaign highlighted makers from many disciplines, with the emphasis on sustainability, collaboration and compassion. The traditional Christmas tree was replaced with the

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Discoveries from Africa, 2019

In summer 2019, we launched our latest project, Discoveries from Africa. This exhibition was the brainchild of Binky Newman and friend Suzie Ovenstone, the owner of The Old House Shop in Plettenberg Bay, popular for its beautiful homeware, accessories and clothing. The exhibition showcased a curated collection of intricately handcrafted basketware, jewellery, artefacts, ceramics, furniture

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