Design Week South Africa is back and better than ever! After a successful launch in 2024, this event is set to take place in two cities: Johannesburg and Cape Town. Mark your calendars for 9-12 October 2025 in Johannesburg and 23-26 October 2025 in Cape Town.
Last year, Design Week South Africa amazed everyone with over 90 events, including discussions, workshops, exhibitions, and showcases. More than 150 creatives and brands from various design fields participated. Margot Molyneux, the founder of Design Week South Africa, expressed her joy at the overwhelming response. She noted the fantastic media coverage, which helped participants gain recognition beyond the four-day event.
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This year, designers, brands, and creative thinkers are invited to apply to take part in the event. Once accepted, they will join a curated calendar filled with engaging activities. Attendees can look forward to workshops, exhibitions, interactive installations, performances, and even delicious food and drink experiences. There will also be opportunities for product launches, collaborative projects, and guided tours of studios.
Design Week South Africa aims to showcase a wide range of design disciplines. This includes architecture, art, dance, fashion, furniture, graphic design, industrial design, interior design, jewelry, music, product design, and urban planning. No matter your interest, there is something for everyone!
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The event will focus on four key themes: Space Sharing, Growing Collaboratively, Future Archives, and Game Changing. Each showcase and activation will be designed to reflect these important ideas, encouraging creativity and innovation in the design community.
