DESIGN WEEK

SOUTH AFRICA

DESIGN WEEK

SOUTH AFRICA

An Exploration of Joburg’s Alleyways

(Sunday, 14:30 – 17:00 | Ticketed R250) Discover Johannesburg’s forgotten sanitary lanes with Mark Schaerer and Clare Chappel, architects and urban designers who are reframing Johannesburg’s alleys as vibrant destinations rather than forgotten places . See the layers and textures that tell the story of Johannesburg’s built environment and experience the creative ways that alleys […]

Launch of The Co-Laboratory by We.Collaborate

(Saturday, 12:00 – 17:00 | Register for free) Join We.Collaborate as they launch The Co-Laboratory, an interdisciplinary research residency for creatives. Through an interactive exhibition, We.Collaborate will be showcasing how The Co-Lab workshop composes residency spaces around practice of collaboration between creatives. About We.Collaborate We.Collaborate, is an interdisciplinary design research platform focused on qualitative and […]

Interactive Panel Discussion with We.Collaborate

(Thursday, 18:00 – 20:00 | Register for free) ‘Product’ for the Panel Discussion: To this day no other game has successfully broken up more family holidays or gatherings than Monopoly and that’s no coincidence, so we started to question why that is. Is it possible to play an infinite game in the zero sum game […]

Exhibition and ‘sip & sketch’ at Stewart and Partners

(Friday 17:00 – 19:00 | Register for free) Join the Stewart & Partners team for an open studio, behind-the-scenes view on exciting ongoing projects, while participating in their ‘sip & sketch’ event. About Stewart & Partners Our architecture practice fosters connection and grows relationships between people, society and the environment. Driven by curiosity and ambition, […]

Walk and Talk at Oxford Parks : ‘South Africa’s Future Neighbourhood’

(Thursday, 14:00 – 16:00 | Register for free) South Africa’s Future Neighbourhood: Design with No Walls & Slower Streets How can urban design and urban planning showcase the future of precincts and neighbourhoods without high walls and electric fences –yet still safe, vibrant, and diverse? Join us at Oxford Parks as part of Design Week […]

Homies Night Ride After Work

(Thursday 18:00 – 19:30 | Open event, free of charge) Join the Banditz Cycling Club during Design Week South Africa and October Transportation Month for their weekly #HomiesNightRide, showcasing alternative mobility and the future of safer streets. This relaxed evening ride from 44 Stanley will be planned on the day—just come as you are. The […]

Critical Mass Daytime Cycle with Banditz Bicycle Club & Cycle Boutique

(Saturday, 9:30 – 12:30 | Open event, free of charge) Critical Mass Johannesburg Daytime Cycle Since its inception in 2007, Critical Mass Johannesburg has been all about reclaiming the city streets for cyclists, raising awareness of cycling as a sustainable, safe, and enjoyable mode of transport. This special daytime edition will highlight the need for […]

Urban Renewal Tour With Jozi My Jozi

(Friday 10:00 – 13:00 | Ticketed R200) Join this minibus tour around the Joburg CBD and surrounds to witness some of the incredible projects – within the inner city, at Emirates Airline Park and Nelson Mandela Bridge – all completed by NGO and catalyst of change, Jozi My Jozi. About Stephen Du Preez Guided by […]

Architecture Walk in Northcliff with Johannesburg Heritage Foundation

(This event is sold out) Northcliff Ridge is renowned for its landmark water tower, Jacaranda-lined streets, and glorious views all the way to the Magaliesberg. But it also boasts several architectural and design landmarks, covering a diverse range of styles. Join expert guides David Gurney and Boitumelo Moletsane for a trek up the ridge for […]