Lighting in Design Q3 2024

Ed Space

on the trajectory of design. Lexus made a significant impact with its ‘Making Luxury Personal’ Spaces, where top South African de signers like Anna Correia, Mink Inte riors, MoTSO DeSIGNED, and Plan-It Design created stunning feature spac es inspired by the latest Lexus models. These spaces perfectly embodied the luxury and personalisation that the Lexus brand is known for, offering a blend of automotive excellence and interior design innovation. Visitors also enjoyed the hands-on creativity of the DIY Paint Theatre by Fired Earth, where interactive classes and colour talks engaged attendees in lively and educational experiences. Plascon returned with its Colour Design Pods, featuring Joburg-based collaborators who pushed the bounda ries of colour with the Plascon Colour Forecast for 2024. The installation, dubbed ‘Vibrant Harmony,’ captured the dynamic possibilities of colour in interior design. As we look forward to future edi tions of Decorex, the success of this year’s showcase has set a high bar. It’s an exciting time for the industry, and we can’t wait to see how local designers will continue to push the boundaries of creativity and crafts manship. Here’s to celebrating and supporting homegrown talent in the years to come!

The recent Decorex Johannesburg ex hibition was nothing short of a vibrant celebration of South Africa’s bold and innovative design landscape. Over four days, the event brought together a dazzling array of creativity, show casing the very best in interior design and décor. A standout highlight was the par ticipation of Proudly South African, our nation’s Buy Local Campaign. By offering a platform to four of its mem bers, Proudly SA not only celebrated local craftsmanship but also provided a springboard for designers to connect with a wider audience. The selected exhibitors—Mustard Seed Designs, Opulent Interior D-zines, Ambesha African, and Trellidor—each brought their unique flair to the showcase, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended. From Mustard Seed Designs’ ex quisite ceramic lighting to Ambesha African’s luxurious patio furniture, the exhibition was a testament to the rich diversity and exceptional quality of South African design. The participa tion of Proudly South African under scored a commitment to supporting small businesses and elevating local talent on a global stage. Some highlights from the Johan nesburg edition of Decorex included the 100% Design Africa brought an extraordinary array of curated prod ucts and experiences to the show. Wolkberg Casting Studios created a stylish café that became a popular gathering spot, while the Future Talks in the Future of Design area intro duced thought-provoking discussions

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