The Pindo Seating Pad Launches Knit Tank A Platform for Women’s Empowerment
Knit Tank is a project that connects designers with artisanal women in Kenya, Its mission is to…
S3 Ep 6 Using Fashion to Heal, Empower Women to be Bold and the Importance of Telling Our Own Stories with Mariatu Turay-Akar
In this episode, I chat with Mariatu Turay-Akar. Mariatu is the founder of Gitas Portal a London-based…
Handmade Terracotta Pottery by Osa
The instability of life on the road led former punk rock musician Osa Atoe to seek an…
S3 Ep 5 Diversity in African Creativity, Underrepresentation in Design, and Being Good Enough to Interpret Our Own Culture with Jomo Tariku
In this episode, I chat with Ethiopian / American artist and furniture designer, Jomo Tariku. Through his…
Luxurious Tasselled Silk Masquerade Clutch Collection by Textile Designer Banke Kuku
Landing on Banke Kuku’s gorgeous website is like entering a tropical paradise. The vibrant colours, the patterns,…
S3 Ep4 Designing with Meaning, Referencing African Wisdom and Championing Sub-Saharan African Design with Chrissa Amuah
In this episode, I chat with textile designer Chrissa Amuah. Chrissa is a textile designer and the…
Moyi Magazine Issue 5 Celebrates Colour-Filled Homes
The latest edition of Moyi Magazine is out, and firstly what a stunning cover! Apt for our…
S3 Ep 3 Showcasing Creative Heritage Through a Contemporary Lens with Lani Adeoye
In this episode, I chat with award-winning sculptural lighting and product designer and design strategist. Lani is…
Modern Organic Hardwood Furniture Design by Lambert Shumbusho
Lambert Shumbusho is a designer/artist who transforms pieces of discarded, damaged and found hardwoods into functional works…
S3 Ep 2 Honouring your Gift and Carrying on the Traditions of his Ancestors with Andile Dyalvane
In this episode, I chat with clay healer and ceramic artist Andile Dyalvane. Andile is the co-founder…
Amatte Africa’s Finest Blends for Coffee Connoisseurs
The Arabica coffee plant is said to have been discovered in 9th Century Abyssinia, (now Ethiopia) and…
Le Sidi Boutique Hotel A Serene Sanctuary on Egypt’s North Coast
Tucked away in Hacienda Bay on the shores of Egypt’s North Coast you will find the exclusive…
Omi Woods Jewellery Contemporary Heirlooms Honouring Africa and its Diaspora
I have recently been introduced to Omi Woods, an exquisite collection of jewellery that celebrates our connections…
S3 Ep 1 Welcome to Season 3 of Behind the Design
Welcome to the third season of Behind the Design. As excited as I am to be welcoming you…
Woodturner Darren Appiagyei Revealing the Natural Beauty of Wood
The first thing I thought when I some of these vessels was that they are ceramics. The…
Well Made in Kenya Furniture and Interior Accessories by Workshop Nairobi
Mid-Century Modern meets African print and traditional textiles in the furniture and interior accessories collections by Workshop…
Art | Ceramics | South Africa
Traditional African Hairstyles Inspire Magodi, a Series of Ceramic Sculptures
Traditional African hairstyles are the inspiration behind a series of ceramic sculptured vases by South African ceramic…
Chic Contemporary Batik Cushion Collection by Tonga Textiles
I am loving this chic collection of contemporary batik cushions on Mbare, whom I have featured previously….
Basket Weaving | Decor | Ghana
Simply Stylish Baskets Handwoven in Ghana
While catching up on the latest international tradeshows I came across some simple elegant baskets by Twenty…
Endo² The Stylish Minimalist Art-Led Accessories and Decor Brand
Endo² is a stylish minimalist art-led brand by Kenyan-Japanese sisters Yvonne and Patti Endo. Born in Tokyo…