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From the architectural beauty of a temple in the slopes of Chile to a Kenzo zine celebrating Nigerian culture, here are the top VISI team’s top picks of the week series – week 178.
1. Bahá’í Temple of South America
This breathtaking architectural structure, designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects, is the spiritual home of people of the Bahá’í faith,” says Acting Managing Editor Samantha Charles. “The temple is a light-filled expanse nestled between trees in the Santiago metropolis of Chile.”
The intricate structure is built on a wooden base.
The temple as seen at night. A home for people of all faiths.
An inside view of the main auditorium.
Image credit: designboom.com
2. Kenzo Is Launching a Zine
“Kenzo has broadened their designer label portfolio by launching a zine, ” says Assistant Editor Tracy Greenwood. “The first edition is a beautiful section of imagery celebrating Nigerian aesthetics and art.”
Image credit: Ib Kamara
3. SA Post Office Stamps
“On 18 May 2017, the SA Post Office will release a set of five stamps showcasing some of South Africa’s most celebrated architecture,” says Online Editor Lindi Brownell Meiring. “The stamps feature the Constitutional Court in Johannesburg, Mapungubwe National Park, Freedom Park in Pretoria, the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature in Nelspruit and the SEED Library in Alexandra.”
Image credit: Courtesy of SA Post Office
4. A Stained Glass Cabin
“I’m in awe of this whimsical stained-glass cabin,” exclaims Editor-In-Chief Sumien Brink. “The hidden gem lies behind the New Jersey home of the designer who created the windows, with the purpose of creating a sanctuary.”
Image credit: thisiscolossal.com
5. WGSN in Africa
“Design and trend authority WGSN opened office in Africa and the FOMO is so real,” says Content Producer Palesa Kgasane. “The opening event was a true reflection of the direction African fashion and design is going, featuring stylish installations of work from African creative Trevor Stuurman, designer Cleo Droomer and many others.”
Image credit: Niquita Bento
