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Africa By Design Inaugural Exhibition Launches In Ghana
Burkina Faso | Design | Ethiopia | Ghana | Mali | Nigeria | Senegal

Africa By Design Inaugural Exhibition Launches In Ghana

Bywellmadeafrica 31st March 20179th December 2019

  Exhibitions focusing on design from Africa continue to abound, with more countries outside the continent holding…

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Eva Sonaike’s Tips On Decorating With African Textiles
Africa | Interiors | Masterclass | Textiles

Eva Sonaike’s Tips On Decorating With African Textiles

Bywellmadeafrica 17th March 201731st May 2025

African textiles offer a fascinating array of colours, patterns, and textures that can instantly transform an interior. But with…

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Interview With South African Furniture and Interior Designer Siyanda Mbele
Creative Careers | Design | Interviews | South Africa

Interview With South African Furniture and Interior Designer Siyanda Mbele

Bywellmadeafrica 10th March 20179th July 2020

Siyanda Mbele is a rising star in the contemporary South African furniture and product design industry. His…

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4 Ways To Incorporate African Style Into Modern Interiors
Africa | Africa Inspired | Interiors | Masterclass

4 Ways To Incorporate African Style Into Modern Interiors

Bywellmadeafrica 24th February 20179th July 2020

As the seasons change thoughts often turn to a new look or refreshing an existing one. To…

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Architect Ifeanyi Oganwu Branches Out Into Jewellery Design
Jewellery | Nigeria

Architect Ifeanyi Oganwu Branches Out Into Jewellery Design

Bywellmadeafrica 17th February 20179th July 2020

Ifeanyi Oganwu the Nigerian-born architect known for his organic shaped furniture designs has expanded into jewellery design…

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LIHA Beauty Inspired By West African Skin Care Traditions
Beauty And Wellbeing | Ghana | Nigeria | West Africa

LIHA Beauty Inspired By West African Skin Care Traditions

Bywellmadeafrica 10th February 20179th July 2020

We have gone through a cold snap of late, the icy winter winds contrasted with the drying…

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Graham and Green Chic African Print and Velvet Cocktail Chairs
Africa Inspired | Textiles

Graham and Green Chic African Print and Velvet Cocktail Chairs

Bywellmadeafrica 31st January 20179th July 2020

Currently crushing on these gorgeous Cocktail chairs from UK retailer Graham and Green. The chairs are upholstered…

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A House Perched on Granite Rock Overlooking Gota Dam
Architecture | Zimbabwe

A House Perched on Granite Rock Overlooking Gota Dam

Bywellmadeafrica 18th January 201730th March 2021

Gota Dam in Zimbabwe is an imposing residence perched on top of a giant granite rock that…

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ROADS Evocative Fragrances Inspired by African Dance, Art, and Literature
Africa Inspired

ROADS Evocative Fragrances Inspired by African Dance, Art, and Literature

Bywellmadeafrica 11th January 201731st March 2021

Roads is a luxury fragrance brand that is inspired by people, places, and the world’s diverse cultures….

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Modern Afro Style Inspiration Moyi Magazine Winter Issue
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Modern Afro Style Inspiration Moyi Magazine Winter Issue

Bywellmadeafrica 23rd December 20169th July 2020

Looking to be inspired by some modern Afro style goodness to set the tone for the new year…

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Kheyameya Textile Project Celebrates The Ancient Art Of Egyptian Appliqué
Egypt | Textiles

Kheyameya Textile Project Celebrates The Ancient Art Of Egyptian Appliqué

Bywellmadeafrica 14th December 20169th July 2020

The ancient art of Egyptian appliqué has inspired a textile project called Kheyameya. Kheyameya refers to the…

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South Africa: The Art of A Nation At The British Museum
Art | Exhibitions | South Africa

South Africa: The Art of A Nation At The British Museum

Bywellmadeafrica 9th December 20169th July 2020

South Africa: The Art of a Nation, is a landmark exhibition at the British Museum that takes…

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Interview: Illustrator Michelle Njeri Cuthbert On Working With Footwear Designers
Creative Careers | Interviews | Journal

Interview: Illustrator Michelle Njeri Cuthbert On Working With Footwear Designers

Bywellmadeafrica 7th December 20165th March 2021

Working on Fashion Illustration Africa provided a behind the scenes look into the work, inspirations, experiences, and…

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Aduna Boabab Pop Art and African Print Inspired Gift Tins
Decor | Food & Drink

Aduna Boabab Pop Art and African Print Inspired Gift Tins

Bywellmadeafrica 21st November 20169th July 2020

Just in time for the Christmas season of giving Aduna Baobab has released a collection of gift…

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Majestic Wire Beaded Mirrors and Interior Decor Pieces
Decor | Zimbabwe

Majestic Wire Beaded Mirrors and Interior Decor Pieces

Bywellmadeafrica 18th November 201615th March 2021

Attending a design trade show I stopped by a stand showcasing contemporary southern African designers and their…

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Architecture | Decor | Interiors | South Africa | Travel

Mhondoro Game Lodge Spotlights African Design

Bywellmadeafrica 3rd November 20169th July 2020

Mhondoro Game Lodge in Welgevonden Reserve, South Africa opened in early 2016 and seeks to move beyond…

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Africa | Exhibitions | Fashion

Exhibition: Fashion Cities Africa Marking Africa’s Influence On Global Fashion

Bywellmadeafrica 28th October 20163rd May 2023

Fashion Cities Africa [Exhibition] [Main image credit: Fashion Cities Africa, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery – Judith…

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Design | Ethiopia | Exhibitions

Exhibition: Contemporary African Furniture Design on Display at Dubai Design Week

Bywellmadeafrica 24th October 201621st October 2022

Jomo Furniture   [Image credit: Birth Chair II – Jomo Furniture] Dubai Design Week opens today and among…

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Art | Exhibitions | Mali

Exhibition: Celebrating The Life and Work of Legendary Photographer, Malick Sidibé

Bywellmadeafrica 21st October 201621st October 2022

Malick Sidibé Exhibition at Somerset House [Mali] [Image credit: Amis des Espagnols, 1968,Photograph: © Malick Sidibé​Courtesy Galerie MAGNIN-A,…

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Design | Kenya | Nigeria | Textiles | The Gambia

Design: Designer Ifeanyi Oganwu and Artist Pheobe Boswell Collaborate with Toghal Textiles

Bywellmadeafrica 17th October 20169th July 2020

Dotted around the lounge at 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair was a collection of colourful, contemporary seating…

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