Design Diary Africa

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Conversational, story-driven explorations of design trends, creative journeys, and the relationship between people and spaces.

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Designing 2026: Trends, Culture & Intention
Season 2 Premiere

Season 2 · Episode 01 · March 2026 · 45 min

Designing 2026: Trends, Culture & Intention

We kick off Season 2 with a wide-ranging conversation about what's shaping design in 2026 — from the cultural forces driving aesthetic choices to the role of technology, sustainability, and intentional living. What does it mean to design with purpose, and how are African creatives leading the charge?

Timestamps

0:00 Introduction
3:15 Why Trends Exist
12:40 Culture vs Economy
24:00 Technology's Role
35:20 Designing with Intention
42:00 Closing Thoughts
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Season 2

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Design & Identity
Ep 02

Design & Identity: Culture in Modern Spaces

How cultural identity shows up in the spaces we inhabit, and the tension between tradition and contemporary design.

March 2026 38 min
Business of Interior Design
Ep 03

The Business of Interior Design in Africa

Pricing, client acquisition, and building a sustainable creative practice on the continent.

February 2026 42 min
Client Relationships
Ep 04

Client Relationships & Design Boundaries

Navigating creative differences, setting boundaries, and building trust with design clients.

February 2026 35 min
Design Mistakes
Ep 05

Design Mistakes & Professional Growth

Honest reflections on early career blunders and how they shaped better design thinking over time.

January 2026 40 min
Minimalism Maximalism
Ep 06

Minimalism, Maximalism & African Contexts

Exploring where these global movements land in African homes, and what they mean for local aesthetics.

January 2026 37 min
Kampala Design Scene
Ep 07

The Kampala Design Scene

A deep dive into Uganda's capital and its emerging community of architects, interior designers, and makers.

December 2025 44 min
Hospitality Design
Ep 08

Designing for Hospitality in East Africa

Boutique hotels, lodges, and restaurants pushing the boundaries of experiential design.

December 2025 41 min
Sustainable Materials
Ep 09

Sustainable Materials & Local Craft

From banana fibre to reclaimed wood, exploring materials that honour both environment and heritage.

November 2025 36 min
Women Leading Design
Ep 10

Women Leading African Design

Celebrating the women architects, designers, and creatives reshaping the built environment across the continent.

November 2025 48 min

Archive

Season 1: Spaces & Stories

Where it all began. Six episodes exploring the intersection of people, design, and everyday life in African cities.

S1 E01

What is Spaces & Stories?

S1 E02

The Art of Living Small

S1 E03

Color Theory in African Interiors

S1 E04

Outdoor Spaces That Work

S1 E05

Renting vs Owning: Design Choices

S1 E06

A Year in Review

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