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    1 Best of 100% Design South Africa

    Sep 23, 2019 4 minutes
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    Winner Best Surface Design: MaXhosa wallpaper by Laduma Ngxokolo

    ”My aim is to offer a new way of living within our surroundings as a new generation of Africans,” says Laduma Ngxokolo, who headlined 100% Design SA 2019 as Feature Designer. Lauded for his iconic graphic garments, the versatile designer and founder of MaXhosa displayed his easy crossover from fashion to homeware, presenting a collection of rugs, cushions, throws, wallpaper and curtaining.

    The award-winning wallpaper, which is set to be released later this year and is currently a made-to-order experience, is a statement in strong geometry and dynamic colours while referencing an African aesthetic. Variations in colour and patterns will be steered by the clients’ direction with guidance from Laduma. “The wallpaper allows us to create an

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