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atelier 55 – The Curator of Contemporary African Design
A House Among The Trees Provides a Tranquil Haven
Architecture | Zimbabwe

A House Among The Trees Provides a Tranquil Haven

Byatelier55 21st February 202221st February 2022

Positioned to maximise the stunning views of its location overlooking Mazowe dam and the surrounding hills and…

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Dreamers and Travellers, Macrame Handbags by Vanhu Vamwe
Accessories | Zimbabwe

Dreamers and Travellers, Macrame Handbags by Vanhu Vamwe

Byatelier55 7th September 20217th September 2021

When I interviewed Dr Pam Samasuwo-Nyawiri, co-founder of Vanhu Vamwe, she hinted at new projects in the…

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A Journey into the World of Zimbabwe Art, Symbolism and Meaning
Books | Culture | Zimbabwe

A Journey into the World of Zimbabwe Art, Symbolism and Meaning

Byatelier55 7th July 20217th July 2021

I have been spending my free time immersed in the pages of Zimbabwe: Art, Symbol and Meaning,…

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Evoke London Curates and Nurtures the Rich Heritage of Global Craft
Africa | Cameroon | Decor | Ethiopia | Mali | Niger | Nigeria | Sudan | Zimbabwe

Evoke London Curates and Nurtures the Rich Heritage of Global Craft

Byatelier55 25th November 202018th December 2020

There is something deeply reverent about the Evoke London website. Its design speaks of a platform committed…

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Chic Contemporary Batik Cushion Collection by Tonga Textiles
Textiles | Zimbabwe

Chic Contemporary Batik Cushion Collection by Tonga Textiles

Byatelier55 3rd June 20203rd June 2020

I am loving this chic collection of contemporary batik cushions on Mbare, whom I have featured previously….

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Mutapo Ceramics Inspired by Zimbabwe’s Basket Weaving Traditions
Basket Weaving | Decor | Design | Zimbabwe

Mutapo Ceramics Inspired by Zimbabwe’s Basket Weaving Traditions

Byatelier55 7th August 20199th December 2019

Tucked away in Harare’s Miombo Woodland you will find Mutapo, a ceramic studio producing one-of-a-kind collectable crockery….

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6 Exciting New Generation African Artists to Know
Art | Democratic Republic Of Congo | Kenya | Morocco | Mozambique | Nigeria | Senegal | Zimbabwe

6 Exciting New Generation African Artists to Know

Byatelier55 5th June 20199th December 2019

African art is commanding increased attention on the international stage. We highlight 6 new generation African artists…

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A Peaceful Weekend Home In Zimbabwe’s Matobo Hills
Architecture | Interiors | Zimbabwe

A Peaceful Weekend Home In Zimbabwe’s Matobo Hills

Byatelier55 30th June 20179th December 2019

  Matobo also known as Matopos in the southern region of Zimbabwe is an area of outstanding…

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

A House Perched on Granite Rock Overlooking Gota Dam

Byatelier55 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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Majestic Wire Beaded Mirrors and Interior Decor Pieces
Decor | Zimbabwe

Majestic Wire Beaded Mirrors and Interior Decor Pieces

Byatelier55 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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Accessories | Competitions . Offers . Giveaways | Morocco | Zimbabwe

Accessories: Calling All Emerging Accessory Designers Enter the Abury Design Experience

Byatelier55 11th March 20167th July 2020

Abury – Abury Design Experience [ADEx]   [Image credit: Abury Design Experience – Abury] If you are…

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Fashion | Zimbabwe

Fashion: NeoBantu’s Vibrant Homage to Africa, Embracing Community and Individuality

Byatelier55 20th July 20152nd July 2020

NeoBantu [Zimbabwe] [Image credit: Alba Tuxedo Pants and Blazer – NeoBantu] Bold patterns, vibrant colours, and contemporary…

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Beauty And Wellbeing | Kids | Zimbabwe

Lifestyle: Taking Care of Baby

Byatelier55 21st May 201416th June 2020

Shea Mooti [Zimbabwe] [Image credit: Pampered Baby Sleep Kit, Gift Set – Shea Mooti] Based in London,…

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Decor | Zimbabwe

Decor: Colourful Batonga Stools on Safari Fusion

Byatelier55 14th December 20129th June 2020

Batonga Stools [Zimbabwe] Bursting with colours that are right up my street, Australian retailer Safari Fusion is always guaranteed…

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Food & Drink | Zimbabwe

Food & Drink: Getting Saucy with Pepper & Stew

Byatelier55 3rd October 20125th June 2020

Pepper & Stew [Africa Inspired] [Image credits: African Cooking Sauces – Pepper & Stew] Sky Living TV channel…

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Art | Zimbabwe

Art: Freestanding Wire Sculptures by Gavin Worth

Byatelier55 28th August 201229th May 2020

Gavin Worth [Zimbabwe] It took me a heartbeat before I realised that what I was looking at…

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Accessories | Jewellery | Zimbabwe

Jewellery: Avant garde Adornment from Heart 365 Emporium

Byatelier55 15th August 201221st May 2020

Heart 365 Emporium [Tanzania] [Image credit: Uhuru’s Wings Neckpiece – Heart 365 Emporium] A string of approximately…

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Decor | Zimbabwe

Decor: Raymond Masara Wire Work Furniture

Byatelier55 5th July 201213th May 2020

Raymond Masara [Zimbabwe]  [Image credits: top left, Lighting – Raymond Masara; clockwise from top right, Raymond Masara Table, Stool and…

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Africa Inspired | Food & Drink | Zimbabwe

Food & Drink: cctreats Award-Winning Cupcakes

Byatelier55 8th April 20129th July 2020

cctreats [Africa Inspired] [Image credit: Midnight Safari Cupcake – cctreats] Yesterday in the heart of London’s West…

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Decor | Textiles | Zimbabwe

Textiles: Kudhinda Potato Print Fabrics Made In Zimbabwe

Byatelier55 30th March 20128th May 2020

Kudhinda Fabrics [Zimbabwe]   Back home in Harare no school art lesson was complete without a potato…

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