Discussion : Talking Chairs
(Thursday, 16:30 – 18:30 | Register for free) A conversation exploring design, community and the culture of the chair and the opening of the ‘AFRICA CHAIR’ exhibition. Join House and Leisure in a frank, yet informal panel chat, as part of LOOKBOOK Studio’s AFRICA CHAIR exhibit – a co-curation with Marlon James – for Design […]
Gallery Evening at Pedersen + Lennard
(Thursday, 17:00 – 20:00 | Open event, free to attend) Pop into the Pedersen + Lennard De Waterkant showroom as the team clink’s glasses in celebration of South African design and art, in a design-filled evening hosted in collaboration with Source Artistry and curated by Tina le Courdeur. @pedersenlennard
Some Things Exhibition
(Thursday, 18:30 – 21:00, Friday, 18:30 – 00:00) et al.studio presents ‘Some Things’, an exhibition in collaboration with Design Week South Africa, powered by Yoco. Hosted at Gorgeous George, the installation features pieces from local artisans, each working in unique mediums to explore the depths of design at the intersection of art and functionality. ‘Some […]
Kramer Turntable Launch at AKJP Studio
(Thursday, 17:00 – 21:00 | Open event) Kramer is launching their new turntable range on Thursday, 24 October and you’re invited. Enjoy good music, as founder Phil Kramer spins some times in celebration of the beautiful new additions to his collection. Guests can also enjoy the usual selection of excellent cocktails and refreshments on offer […]
Africa Chair Exhibition
(Thursday – Sunday | Open event) A special curation of chairs from the continent, celebrating design, craft and above all, community. Brought to you by LOOKBOOK Studio in collaboration with Marlon James Design Studio, for Design Week South Africa. Featuring chairs from Lebo Kekana, Out of this World, Xandre Kriel, Cheick Diallo, Design Afrika, Theresa […]
Personal Matters, a Panel Discussion by Yoco
(Thursday, 18:00 – 19:30 | Register for free) For Design Week South Africa, Yoco invites a panel of creatives to discuss how speaking your own visual language is the best way to be understood. Russell Abrahams, Gabrielle Kannemeyer, Katherine-Mary Pichulik and Tśele Nthane lead in candid conversation by Savannah Feeke-Fortune, Founder of Friends & Family […]
Modular Parklet Activation at Cape Town Station Precinct
(Thursday – Sunday | Open event, free to attend) As part of Design Week South Africa, we’re showcasing the first-ever modular parklet in the bustling Cape Town Station Precinct. While this installation is a celebration of public space, it also serves as a protest against the long approval process for parklets in the city, which […]
Collection launch & installation at 43 BREE
(Thursday, 17:00 – 20:00 | Register for free) AIYANA FW 24 launch by Cape Cobra and KLûK CGDT Summer Refresh Join the teams of Cape Cobra and Klûk CGDT at their beautiful concept store, 43 BREE as Cape Cobra Leathercraft celebrates the launch of their latest FW collection – consisting of handcrafted luxury handbags – […]
Discussion: South Africa’s Future Townships, Dunoon, Khayelitsha & Langa
(Thursday, 17:30 – 19:30 | Register for free) The rapid expansion of areas like Dunoon, Khayelitsha and Langa highlights the need for better urban design strategies that address not only livability but also broader lessons in urban development. While formal areas of South Africa have traditionally been the focus of urban design, less formal and […]
Wunders x Heath Nash: Future Talks Seating 2024
(Thursday – Saturday, 10:00 – 18:00 | Open event, free of charge) Wunders is thrilled to announce the launch of MakeSpace, the newly created ‘waste department’ led by acclaimed designer Heath Nash. The name was carefully chosen to reflect the brand’s commitment to innovation, sustainability and the act of literally making space in the business […]