From beautiful glass gardens and meat-shaped dog rugs to miniature pencil lead sculptures and a funny new video from SuzelleDIY, take a look at the top VISI picks of the week series – week 94.

1. Niku Rugs For Dogs

Features editor Tracy Greenwood would love one of MAD architects founder Ma Yansong’s cute steak-shaped carpets for her hounds to nap on.

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2. Arkivio Glass Gardens

“I love Arkivio’s Glass Gardens, spotted at 100% Design South Africa,” says special projects manager Cecilia du Plessis. “Made by hand using traditional techniques, their beauty lies in their raw simplicity. The new Arkivio lighting range takes this principle into new and exciting places!”

Image credit: arkivio.co.za

3. Jasenko Đorđević’s Pencil Sculptures

“I find it fascinating that this Bosnian artist can make tiny graphite sculptures from pencil lead,” says managing editor Lise Avis.

Image credit: boredpanda.com

4. Carl Hansen Signature Chair

Editor-at-large Malibongwe Tyilo wouldn’t mind owning one of these Signature Chairs. Especially seeing as it was the last piece of furniture Frits Henningsen designed and produced. Carl Hansen & Søn are recreating this iconic Danish piece, which is available in South Africa through Bulthaup.

Image credit: carlhansen.com

5. SuzelleDIY – How to Make Braaied Brandy Banana Splits

“Suzelle always manages to put a smile on my face,” laughs editor-in-chief Sumien Brink.

Video credit: SuzelleDIY on YouTube

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Clean and sleek tiles, a clock with a secret replacement battery pack, pretty energy-producing solar cells, and lights made from recycled truck parts are some of the top VISI picks of the week series – week 17.

1. MUT Ceramic Tiles

Designed by Alberto Sánchez for MUT Design Studio, the Scales ceramic tile collection is simple, clean and colourful. “It symbolises everything that I love about design,” says online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

Image credit: mutdesign.com

2. SuzelleDIY: How To Make a Cauliflower Pizza

As always, editor-in-chief Sumien Brink chuckled over the latest SuzelleDIY episode.

Video credit: SuzelleDIY

3. Stephen Pikus’s Recycled Lights

Deputy editor Annemarie Meintjes thinks this is a truly bright idea: lights made from recycled truck air filters.

“These are usually filled with paper – about 80% of the weight is paper – that is contaminated and can’t be recycled,” explains Stephen. “The scrapyards won’t buy these in unless the paper is removed first. The problem is that these are glued closed on production so people set them alight, which is terrible for the environment as they are contaminated with various things including diesel. The ceiling cups are made from used oil filters.”

Image credit: greenlightdistrictsa.co.za

4. Marjan van Aubel’s Dye Sensitised Solar Cells

“I love how these windows soften the light coming through the glass while simultaneously harnessing its power. So cool and clever!” says our treasured Eat Out colleague, Linda Scarborough.

Image credit: fastcoexist.com

5. Vice Clock by Poorex

“I love how this little clock showcases functional design. It’s a timepiece and a nutcracker!” says content producer Michaela Stehr.

Image credit: design-milk.com

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Beautiful local illustrations, bold cappuccino mugs perfect for winter, a debut from Marianne in a home-grown video and a mesmerising key installation are just a few of the top VISI picks of the week series – week 14.

1. Chiharu Shiota’s The Key in the Hand

“This incredible artwork comprising of over 50 000 keys is by Japanese artist Chiharu Shiota and is currently showing at the Venice Biennale right now. It’s literally giving me life!” says editor-at-large Malibongwe Tyilo.

Image credit: thisiscolossal.com

2. Amor Coetzee’s Dayfeels

“I spotted creative Amor Coetzee’s whimsical Dayfeels illustrations at KAMERS 2015 in Cape Town – and I just can’t get enough,” says online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

Image credit: dayfeels.co.za

3. Le Creuset’s Giant Cappuccino Mugs

“Although I don’t drink coffee, I wouldn’t mind filling one of these mugs with some super rich hot chocolate,” says content producer Michaela Stehr.

Image credit: Supplied

4. SuzelleDIY: How to Drill a Hole Without Making a Mess #2

Editor-in-chief Sumien Brink thinks it’s about time poor Marianne gets to be in the spotlight.

Image and video credit: SuzelleDIY via Youtube.com

5. Shigeru Ban’s Pavilion of Light and Sound

Deputy Editor Annemarie Meintjes just adores the Shiseido Group’s prestigious Clé De Peau Beauté brand’s Reverberation – Pavilion Of Light and Sound, a contemporary installation at the Venice Biennale that appeals to a variety of senses.

Image credit: designboom.com

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From a hilarious Suzelle DIY video on ironing and insane typography to spliced photographs, here are the top VISI picks of the week series – week 9.

1. Goggles Umbrella by 25TOGO DESIGN

Freelance content producer Michaela Stehr wouldn’t mind this umbrella to help her cross the road in Cape Town traffic.

Image credit: designboom.com

2. Seb Lester on Instagram

 

Latest doodle. Slower version on my ‘Seb Lester’ Facebook page.

A video posted by Seb Lester (@seblester) on Mar 25, 2015 at 7:35am PDT

“I’m not a typography nerd, but watching this calligrapher’s Instagram videos is mesmerising and incredibly awe-inspiring too!” exclaims special projects manager Cecilia du Plessis.

Video credit: instagram.com/seblester

3. Pancakes no. 5 by Chloe Wise

Online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring couldn’t take her eyes off Canadian artist Chloe Wise’s reimagined designer handbags, made with a combination of urethane and paint, using everyday purchases. Pancakes no. 5 looks delicious!

Image credit: Chloe Wise via designboom.com

4. SuzelleDIY – How To Iron Without an Iron

Editor-in-chief Sumien Brink just loves Suzelle’s latest idea.

Video credit: SuzelleDIY on YouTube

5. Richard Silver’s ‘Time Slice’ Photography

“Otherwise imperceptible changes are highlighted and compared in these beautiful images,” says features editor Tracy Greenwood.

Image credit: dezeen.com

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1. Frankie by Färg & Blanche for Johanson

Online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring loves all things quirky, so when she spotted Färg & Blanche’s latest design (the back is meant to look like trouser braces), she couldn’t resist sharing. “So clever!”

Image credit: dezeen.com

2. Chanel Flower Ideas

“This gorgeous mechanised floral set design at the Chanel couture show in Paris a couple of weeks ago was as much of a highlight as the sparkly clothes, which for me says a lot!” laughs special projects manager, Cecilia du Plessis. “Apparently it took an impressive six months to make the 300 flowers that decorated the set.”

Image credit: worldjournal.com

3. SuzelleDIY: How To Make The Suzelle Upstyle

Editor-in-chief Sumien Brink can’t get enough of Suzelle’s hilarious clips.

Image credit: SuzelleDIY on YouTube

4. The Cover That Judges You

Features editor Tracy Greenwood found this concept, designed by Amsterdam-based studio, Moore, both fascinating and vaguely disturbing at the same time.

Image credit: dezeen.com

5. Upcycled Ceramics by Lucy Stuart Clarke

Freelance content producer Michaela Stehr thinks this is a clever way to use flawed (although still beautiful) espresso cups and saucers.

Image credit: lucystuartclark.com

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From an upcycled coffee pod chandelier and a rose gold Tom Dixon watch to a stylish lamp and an innovative learning tool, here are the top VISI picks of the week series – week 81.

1. Steunpilaar by Jan Douglas

“Jan Douglas’s new ‘Steunpilaar’ leaning lamp (with adjustable lampshade) is not only functional, it’s pretty to look at too,” says online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

Image credit: jandouglas.co.za/die-steunpilaar

2. Tom Dixon Rose Gold Block Watch

“I’ll take one of these for Christmas please!” says features editor Tracy Greenwood.

Image credit: Dezeenwatchstore.com

3. Suzelle DIY: How To Make a Christmas Tree

Suzelle is back with more handy tips. Editor-in-chief Sumien Brink thinks this is quite an innovative idea!

Image credit: SuzelleDIY

4. Coffee Pod Chandelier

Deputy Editor Annemarie Meintjes thinks this chandelier made from 1118 coffee pods by Dahlia Fox Moss is a brilliant way to be creative and look after the environment.

Image credit: Supplied

5. RADO World Design Capital Star Prize Winner

Managing editor Lise Avis believes Monica Monsato’s Mbari Dolls project is definitely an inspiring winner. This clever mould creates dolls for children living in low income areas.  

Image credit: Supplied

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From SuzelleDIY’s latest YouTube how-to and Scandi design to the Pantone Colour of the Year 2015, here are the top VISI picks of the week series – week 80.

1. Pantone Colour of the Year 2015

It has been announced that the colour for 2015 is Marsala! Rich, warm and oozing with sexy, Marsala brings a strong sense of earthiness to a palette. “I just love anything to do with red wine,” says features editor Tracy Greenwood.

Image credit: Pantone via designboom.com

2. SuzelleDIY: How To Make Your Own Wrapping Paper

Editor-in-chief Sumien Brink can’t get enough of these hilarious home-brewed Suzelle videos. This week she teaches us some festive crafts.

Image credit: SuzelleDIY on youtube.com

3. Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter’s Chapel Design

“This contemporary chapel is the epitome of beautiful Scandinavian design,” says online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

Image credit: Hundven-Clements Photography via dezeen.com

4. iPhone Speaker by MayDay Design, in collaboration with POLI.design

“I think this might be the most beautiful iPhone speaker I’ve ever seen,” says special projects manager Cecilia du Plessis. “What it lacks in portability, it more than makes up for in style.”

Image credit: maydaydesign.it

5. Partisans Grotto Sauna

Deputy editor Annemarie Meintjes wouldn’t mind spending a few hours in this beautiful wooden sauna in Canada. Look at the view!

Image credit: lostateminor.com

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Here are the top VISI picks of the week series – week 79, includes a funny SuzelleDIY video, a kettle alternative and uber cool headphones.

1. Cheap Ass Elite Chairs

Art Director Anton Pietersen loves the concept of upcycling. “You can hardly tell this chair is made from plastic household items,” he says.

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2. Nils Chudy’s Miito

“Think of all the energy we can save by not over-boiling kettles. This nifty little gadget makes enough for one or two and is ecofriendly to boot”, says freelance junior content producer Michaela Stehr.

Image credit: wired.com

3. SuzelleDIY: How To Get What You Want For Christmas

Editor-in-chief Sumien Brink can never get enough of hilarious Suzelle and her poor friend Marianne.

Image credit: youtube.com

4. LOOP Headphones

“My headphones are always getting tangled with everything on my desk, so one of these new headphone stands from LOOP is definitely on my Christmas wish list,” says online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

Image credit: spell-online.com

5. Tibu by Anderssen and Voll from Magis

Deputy Editor Annemarie Meintjes loves the sleek design and bright colours of these Tibu chairs.

Image credit: magisdesign.com

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Here are the top VISI picks of the week series – week 67, with the likes of a quirky local DIY diva making waves on YouTube, feel-good artwork from a local artist and a gorgeous halter bag from popular Cape Town designers. Inspiration from around the world includes a gorgeous floral photoshoot. 

1. A Scoop of Roses styled by Vintagepiken

“Perfect to welcome in the onset of spring,” says editorial and online assistant Chantél Hans.

Image credit: vintagepiken.blogspot.com

2. Boy Meets World IV by Michael Taylor

“Michael Taylor’s exhibition I was born yesterday at WHATIFTHEWORLD in Cape Town blew my mind. I don’t think I’ve ever been in a room where I wanted everything so badly. This piece was my ultimate favourite,” says features writer Bibi Slippers. 

Image credit: whatiftheworld.com 

3. Park Hotel Tokyo

Deputy editor Annemarie Meintjes loves the idea of involving local talent in the developement of this hotel, in which various Japanese artists were involved in hand-painting the murals in the hotel’s rooms.

Image credit: parkhoteltokyo.com

4. Halter Bag by Skinny laMinx and Dark Horse

“Two great design teams coming together is always exciting. I just love this new halter tote, a collaboration between Skinny laMinx and Dark Horse. So pretty!” says online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

Image credit: skinnylaminx.com

5. Christmas Cake by Haagen Dazs, designed by Nendo

“Although a little early, this Christmas cake with little bridges connecting the ice cream villages looks like the perfect post-turkey treat for our hot Sumer Christmases! If only they were available outside of Paris…” brand manager Cecilia du Plessis sighs.

Image credit: haagen-dazs.co.za

3. SuzelleDIY

“Put a smile on your face this week with SuzelleDIY – because we all can!” says editor-in-chief Sumien Brink. (See video below)

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