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Philippe Bousquet : Sculptures and lamps that are quirky assemblages from found objects and scrap metal. -
Yda Walt : Bright, punchy textile-based art works, cushion covers and other paraphernalia based on South African street scenes. www.ydawalt.co.za -
One-man show : Self-styled designers exhibited themselves among the crowds. -
Lucinda and James Mudge : The siblings brought their respective talents together for the show. Lucinda makes quirky, humorous ceramics and James specialises in the design and manufacture of beautifully crafted furniture. www.jamesmudge.com -
Creative Block and Spier : A collaboration that brought fine art and wine together in one spot. www.spier.co.za -
Morgenster : A range of their wines as well as olive oil products were available for tasting and purchase. www.morgenster.co.za -
Ooh La La : Hand-crafted confectionary made in the traditional artisanal European way in copper cauldrons and cast iron pots. www.oohlalaconfectionery.com -
Kleinood Farm : The story behind the farm is as delightful as the wines and olive oils they produce. www.kleinood.com. -
Black Mamba : Adding spice with chilli sauces from Swaziland. www.blackmambachilli.com. -
Zulu Beadwork Project : An income generation enterprise for for women in rural KwaZulu-Natal. -
Fine Brandy by Design : In their successful bid to win over new consumers of their spirit, they served up delicious brandy cocktails at R20 a pop. www.finebrandy.co.za. -
Miss Meisie : Launched at the fair this weekend, was this collaboration between designers Jess Binns (formerly of the UK) and Wendy Douglas. The aim of the new brand is to bring together fresh, affordable local and British design through exhibitions and pop-up shops. -
Room Online : A web-based retail space that brings together work by independent South African designers from across the country. The crux of the goods they source is beautiful decor items that are locally inspired, designed and produced. www.roomonline.co.za -
Skinny Laminx : Self-taught illustrator and designer Heather Moore showcased her screen-printed cushion covers, tea towels and lampshades as well as laser-cut paper designs. www.skinnylaminx.com
PHOTOS & WORDS Lisa Johnston
Now in its third year, the Sanlam Investments Foodwinedesign Fair 2012 once again brought together some of the country’s most impressive furniture makers, decor and textile designers, top wine makers, and specialty food producers.
Taking place took place from 23 to 25 November 2012, the tented showroom took up the majority of Hyde Park Shopping Centre’s rooftop and was landscaped to provide a fresh indoor and outdoor space.
The show started quietly but by Friday evening was already gathering momentum when shoppers arrived to peruse hot local design before cooling their heels in the dining areas while sipping sundowners and snacking on an array of fine food.
See our Foodwinedesign 2012 gifting guide.
