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A question for the starchitects: what is your work doing for the greater good of the rapidly expanding world? Think Global, Build Social! Architecture for a Better World, an exhibition at Johannesburg's MOAD Museum of African Design, is questioning...
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Along with an increasing appetite for art that goes hand-in-hand with a burgeoning middle class, African socio-economic development has heralded another, more technological, boom. The continent now has over 650,000,000 registered mobile phones —...
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Even after the independence documents have been signed and a new government established, the tendrils of colonial legacy remain firmly rooted in countries which were for years under the yoke of a foreign ruler. From the names of streets to cultural...
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For a taster of contemporary African art, look no further than London’s cultural institution; Somerset House. Until Sunday, 20 October, during the all-encompassing Frieze Art Fair, you will have the opportunity to see and engage with a plethora...
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Prepare to know more about African textile design techniques than you did this morning, in particular bogalan, which uses mud or clay to shield sections of cloth from paint or dye, leaving the area underneath untouched. Boubacar Doumbia is one of...
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Pieter Hugo has packed a lot of photography into a short space of time; despite being in his mid-thirties the Johannesburg-born artist has already amassed a seriously impressive body of work that has been dissected and evaluated for a mid-career...
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With her partner being from the Democratic Republic of Congo, young fashion designer Cat Patterson delved into the country's rebellious, revolutionary and corrupt history and culture to find out more about him and his family. The resultant...
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With works spanning the design of buildings, landscapes, installations, exhibitions and objects, the projects of Asif Khan MBE explore sites of complex narratives, community empowerment and questions of identity. Collaborating with Canada Water and...
City Notes
Inspired by the golden age of nightlife, Calgary's Sweet Loretta Bar nods to the throbbing energy of 1970s discos and vintage sound studios, the late-night venue situated in the city's design and arts district and offering an inclusive space for...
City Notes
Located within Newson’s Yard — a recently conceived design hub on the Pimlico Road in London’s Belgravia — Wildflowers is a new neighbourhood restaurant, wine bar and deli with a focus on seasonal, high-quality ingredients cooked over...
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Chef Santiago Lastra's latest venture sees London-based A-nrd Studio create a metaphorical home-away-from-home, where the locally inspired fare and affable atmosphere of family-owned Mexican restaurants unite with a contemporary twist informed by...
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You said yes, and now it's time to celebrate. But how best to honour this extra-special occasion? With an awesome party of course. Your friends and family will just want to pass on their love and best wishes, so the details are up to you – and...
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Whenever you are looking to book a holiday, you’ll end up considering lots of different destinations across the globe before settling on one. The ideal holiday spot will cater to every traveller in your group, whilst being affordable too....
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In recent years, the demand for car trailers in the USA has seen a significant increase, driven by both personal and business needs. Whether you need to transport a vehicle for a cross-country move, bring your car to a race, or simply need a trailer...
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Picture a master chess player. You won't be catching them moving pieces randomly, hoping for the best outcome. They will have a plan and usually think five steps ahead. Some people think success is about big ideas, and others say the devil is in the...