Contemporary African Design: Colour & Pattern Insights | Eva Sonaike Blog
Is African Wax Fabric Really African?
Apr 16, 2020
All our African inspired designs such as our African cushions, African interior fabrics and African pouffes here at Eva Sonaike, are inspired by the colourful wax fabrics that are so popular all over Africa, but did you know that these fabrics don’t originate from the African continent?
Stephen Burks - Contemporary African Fusion
Aug 15, 2019
This week we want to celebrate a designer who immensely inspires us in his approach of fusing African traditional crafts with luxury contemporary design.
If you receive our monthly NEWSLETTER you may have read a very brief article about Stephen Burks in our November issue. We received such great feedback that we decided to feature his work in more depth.
WISH Africa Expo showcasing the best of Africa is coming to London!
May 31, 2019
We are proud to be a partner of WISH Africa, which is launching its inaugural multi-industry conference, showcasing the best of African culture and commerce in London on 8 and 9 June.
My Personal Secret for Cosy Winter Homes: African Rugs
Jan 02, 2019Winter is in the air! And I am sure you agree that, with the temperatures falling, getting out of bed in the morning doesn’t get easier! Especially when the first thing you feel is the cold floor underneath your feet. What a welcome to a new day!
African Furniture Design by Siyanda Mbele
Apr 03, 2018Welcome back to our LUXURY AFRICA series. You may know that one of my greatest passions is African design and in particular, the luxury side of it. In this post, I would like to introduce you to Siyanda Mbele, a young furniture designer from South Africa, who recently caught my eye and is making a mark in the African, as well as international design scene.
The Luxury Africa Series: Yswara's Tea Room in Johannesburg
Jun 01, 2017This month I am kicking off my new Luxury Africa Series! You may know that I am obsessed with colourful interiors, which is reflected in my designs, but my real passion is African Luxury and spreading the amazing work of African designers and creators across the world!