5 REASONS NOT TO MISS 100% DESIGN SOUTH AFRICA
100% Design South Africa takes place alongside Decorex Joburg from 9 to 13 August 2017 at Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg. 100percentdesign.co.za
1 SEED TO SEAT
see the results unveiled of this visionary project that has sustainability at its heart. Following similar undertakings around the world, the american hardwood export Council commissioned seven sa furniture designers, including Laurie Wiid van heerden and James Mudge, to prototype a signature chair using hardwood.
2 FABRIC AND WALLPAPER GALLERY
a new attraction, expect visually rich displays of ranges by 16 local and international houses, all in a nature-inspired palette of greens and blues curated by 100% design sa programme director Cathy o’clery.
3 FEATURE DESIGNER GREGOR JENKIN
Following on from previous years’ feature designers, gregor takes centre stage at the show, where he’ll be revealing a new body of work. an architect by training, and driven by ‘the physical act of creation and manufacture’ rather than design for design’s sake, he’s forged a reputation as one of the country’s foremost artisans with his iconic, widely exported furniture and collaborative pieces.
4 WE ARE JOBURG
Condé Nast House & Garden partners with this all-star exhibition showcasing works by designers who have contributed to the city’s distinctive afro-urban aesthetic. There will be both new and classic pieces presented by names such as Tonic, Mia Widlake, Brak Furniture, Mezzanine, Julia day of generation and many more. ‘We’re exploring how all their individual styles are unified by a confidence that is strikingly contemporary and unashamedly bold,’ says Cathy.
5 NEW ON SHOW
discover dozens of new exhibitors showcasing their work among more recognised names. Catch your breath
(and edit your Instas) at the buzzy central 100% design sa Café, in collaboration with david Krynauw.