Decor and Design Events

We’re nearing the end of another week, and the décor and design industry is still booming with must-see events in South Africa and around the globe. Stay ahead of the curve, stay current, and prepare for industry events.

Event: Strauss & Co debut Pretoria auction
Date: 21 July 2024

A two-part live sale of collectable ceramics and modern and contemporary art to be held at the former home of cherished landscape painter J.H. Pierneef. Due to be held on Sunday, 21 July 2024, the two sales acknowledge the centrality of Pretoria in the story of South African art. The first sale, Sculpted Narratives: Contemporary South African Ceramics, includes high-end sculptural ceramics by artists such as Astrid Dahl, Andile Dyalvane, Ian Garrett, Frances Goodman, Nesta Nala, Hylton Nel, and Bonnie Ntshalintshali. The second sale, Pretoria Sale: Modern & Contemporary Art, features valuable works by Keith Alexander, William Kentridge, and Portia Zvavahera.

Event: Cook It and Mix It Yourself at the Good Life Show!
Dates: 26-28  July 2024

Taking place at the Kyalami International Convention Centre, The Good Life Show brings together the prominent ‘Plant Powered Show’ and the ground-breaking ‘Natural and Organic Show’ all under one roof, and will host numerous exhibitors, including those in the ‘Free-From’ and ‘Sustainable-Living’ sectors.

Event: Decorex Joburg
Dates: 1-4 August 2024

Decorex Joburg, which will be held at the Sandton Convention Centre from August 1-4, 2024, is more than just Africa’s leading decor and design exhibition; it is a dynamic movement that harnesses the power of design to shape a brighter future.

Event: 100% Design Africa
Dates: 1 -4 August 2024

At the heart of 100% Design Africa is its innovative ‘phygital’ approach, seamlessly blending physical exhibition spaces with digital storytelling. This fusion not only amplifies the reach of exhibitors but also opens up novel and engaging ways to experience African creativity. The event is a magnet for thousands of international buyers, making it the most influential and significant design show across the continent. Join us in celebrating the creativity, diversity, and forward-thinking design that Africa has to offer. Will be held Sandton Convention Centre

Event: Artful Women Behind the Stove and the Vine at Solo Studios 2024
Dates: 9-11 August

Besides the power of art to move us, Solos Studios 2024 celebrates the power of women as artists, subjects, muses, gallery owners and curators. With such important artists as Sharon Bischoff, Emma Willemse, Lizette Visser, Caryn Dorrington and Hannelie Strydom, gallery owners Astrid McLeod of RK Contemporary and Mary Walker, one half of the team at Pictorex, there is strong female energy throughout the intimate art weekend in Riebeek Kasteel this Women’s Day Weekend on 9-11 August. This year, Solo Studios is going beyond the canvas to share other modes of expression: music, performance and of course, food and wine.

Horst Expo 2024
Dates: 23 May to 8 September 2024 

The inaugural edition of Horst Expo follows the theme To Have or To Hold, hosting site-specific installations at former military site Asiat Park. The exhibition spotlights the work of artists Afrah Shafiq, Luca Vanello, Maëlle Dufour, Rachel Daniëls, Sheila Hicks and Serban Ionescu, design collectives Every Island & Flore Fockedey and Stand van Zaken, and architecture studio Piovenefabi. The event aims to explore the dynamics between nature, human intervention and technology, encouraging connectedness. To be held Asiat Park, Mechelsesteenweg 255, 1800 Vilvoorde, Belgium