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Contemporary Design Africa Paperback – June 2, 2015

by Tapiwa Matsinde (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars 32 ratings
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Celebrates African design today through the beautiful objects created by its most sophisticated makers.

Contemporary Design Africa offers a refreshing challenge to rigid perceptions of what African design looks like. Focusing primarily on interior decoration, the book presents fifty designers, artisans, and cooperatives based on the continent or part of the diaspora who are creating sophisticated and innovative products and interiors.

An introductory section surveys the history, vitality, and diversity in African design, followed by profiles of contemporary designers grouped by craft, from textiles, ceramics, and basketry to furniture, lighting, and beyond. Some of these designers reinterpret traditional methods and styles in beautiful and highly individual ways, such as the award-winning South African organization Zenzulu, which replicates techniques of Zulu master bead makers. Sustainability and recycling are another important focus for many: Cheick Diallo, the founder of the African Designers Association, creates stunning furniture made from discarded materials. Others, like Nigerian textile designer Banke Kuku, fuse African and Western styles in colorful, visually dynamic ways.

Complete with references for sourcing African products, as well as a glossary and bibliography, Contemporary Design Africa reveals the rich possibilities being explored by a new generation of African creators. 230 color illustrations
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    208 pages
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    Thames & Hudson
  4. Publication date
    June 2, 2015
  5. Dimensions
    8 x 0.9 x 9.9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    9780500291627
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0500291627
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"The chief impression made by this colorful compilation is that of variety. This is hardly surprising from a continent of 54 countries with multiple languages and climates. . . . This is much more than ‘safari chic.’"
― Interior Design

"Challenges perceptions of African creativity by focusing on design and innovation on the continent. . . . Conventionally, African craftspeople have remained anonymous to international audience members; Matsinde’s book joins others who have been working to ameliorate this situation."
― Africa is a Country

"Gives an unprecedented insight into Africa’s world of arts. This book is a must read for everyone interested in modern, international design."
― The Washington Book Review

"for the first time uncovers African design in its most innovative aspect. . . . a pleasurable journey through ceramics, textiles, basketworks, lighting and furniture"
― Intense Art Magazine

About the Author

Tapiwa Matsinde is a British-born designer, creative business consultant, and writer of Zimbabwean heritage.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0500291624
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thames & Hudson
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 2, 2015
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780500291627
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0500291627
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.9 x 9.9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Tapiwa Matsinde is a London-based author, curator, and mentor. She is passionate about design, craft, creativity, culture, branding and entrepreneurship.

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  • Seahorse0804
    5.0 out of 5 stars BEAUTIFUL book!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 5, 2015
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    Gorgeously produced book; lovely photos, interesting text. I am very familiar with much traditional African artwork, crafts, homeware etc, but this book showcases some really wonderful modern design which uses / borrows from traditional design. The only thing I would say is that certain countries seem to dominate the book - e.g. there are no less than 12 South African designers or collaborations featured, but only one Moroccan/German design team - yet Morocco seems to be bursting with amazing contemporary designers. Lots of other African countries don't feature at all; is this because their innovative designers haven't managed to get themselves spotted by westerners? I find it hard to believe it's because there aren't any in those countries.
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  • Filipe Almeida
    5.0 out of 5 stars Style, history, materiais
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 8, 2019
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    Fantastic book. Finally I can have something about the African design. The book is also interesting as it shows the history and materials behind the design.
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  • Claudine Ntoutoume
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Must !!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 17, 2017
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    It's a wonderful book with beautiful pictures showing the wealth of contemporary African art & design . It's a must have for anyone interested in African design although this edition seems a bit outdated.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars African Decor
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 9, 2018
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    Great contemporary African decor ideas. A very well laid out book.
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  • Griselle On2
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 27, 2017
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    Beautiful & inspiring contemporary designs. African craftwork is second to none.
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