The Activation Photographer Arthur Dlamini will open his studio to visitors throughout Design Week. Renowned for his striking portrait photography and powerful images of musicians, Dlamini’s work captures human emotion, love, and identity with depth and honesty. His open studio offers a rare opportunity to step inside his creative space and experience his practice up […]
The Activation dhk Architects is opening the doors to their Johannesburg studio again. No talks, no lectures, just an informal evening of connection and conversation. Explore the studio, learn about our work and meet our team. Join a sketching session on the terrace and showcase your 5 best designs in a quick-fire pitching session. BUT: […]
The Activation For the first time Luxury Frontiers Design Studio is opening their doors for a closer look at how the studio's designs shape hospitality experiences. Walk through the new Luxury Frontiers Design Studio, meet the team, and see the projects they've been working on, some you’ll recognise, others you’ll be the first to see. Come for […]
The Activation Our activation is set to take place in both cities, starting with an open studio session at Donald Masoga's studio in Joburg, then followed by a full activation and exhibition in Cape Town. Meet the artists and see the studio with this exclusive open studio event. Where : Donald Masoga's Open Studio, 7 […]
The Activation Join Athena Argyrakis and her team as they introduce you to their studio, showcasing how the brand's hand crafted jewellery is designed and made. The Brand Athena A is known for their hand-sculpted brass jewellery that is bold, strong and makes a statement – carrying with it a powerful feminine energy. Athena A […]
The Activation Get a glimpse behind the scenes as the Viviers team open their doors to guests for this exciting event. Lezanne Viviers and Walter Anderson's personal art collection will be on display – focusing on surrealist works from Marlene Steyn, Georgina Gratrix, Bastiaan van Stenis, Salvador Dali, Banele Khoza, Turiya Magadela, Walter Dixon, Nico […]
The Activation A brand exhibition, FRNDLY SA wants to engage with you, breaking down their styles, graphics and art movements, through their ongoing dialogue "what is African streetwear?". The Brand As FRNDLY SA we thrive on being intentional about everything we touch from campaigns, to music curation and wellness, with an edge towards youth empowerment […]
The Activation Join the Plantr designers and team in studio for a behind-the-scenes look at their design and manufacturing process. The Brand Plantr offers a range of beautiful planters and greenery off the shelf, available from their showroom in Woodstock, as well as a dynamic custom planter design solution, utilizing 3D modelling software and lifelike […]
The Activation Take a factory tour with Ploy and Guy of Hoi P'loy for behind-the-scenes insight into the brand's processes.The Brand Founded in 2013 by Ploy Phiromnam and Guy van der Walt, Hoi P'loy creates bespoke lighting products that are well-designed, precision-made and ethically-produced. The brand has developed a reputation for a unique range of […]
The Activation Join Laurie Wiid in studio as he opens up the team's workspace and showroom to visitors. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at ongoing projects and some upcoming designs. The Brand Wiid is a Cape Town based design studio, that explores the notion of luxury through a mixed set of mediums and materials. @wiid_design […]
The Activation During Design Week South Africa, Lighthouse MFG will open its doors for an exclusive look inside our new Salt River studio. Visitors can explore our expanded space, now featuring a fully equipped silk screen printing division, and experience the full journey of garment creation from concept and sampling to cutting, sewing, and finishing. […]