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Tartan stripes back

In 2013 Autumn/Winter we saw the rise of tartan punk making a come back with household names such as Saint Laurent, Mulberry, Givenchy and  Versace. 

The quintessentially British print is making an appearance on lampshades, giving the traditional interior a contemporary twist. 

The sumptuous print gives a warm, cosy and rustic feel to any interior. Here we  look at our top 5 favourite Tartan inspired interiors.

What is Design?

Today we would like to explore what DESIGN really is. Many people affiliate themselves as being designers whether it is though education or experience. In the 21^st century it is a word that has been diluted to appoint, where everybody claims to be a designer whether it be in fashion, architecture or interiors. 

According to the Oxford English dictionary design is defied as: “a plan or drawing produced to show the look and function or workings of a building, garment, or other object before it is made”

Here at Akua Designs London we like to defy design as: “An innovative creation, of a concept, object or theory which creates a platform for people to talk about”

Design has the ability to break through cultural & political boundaries, bringing communities together, design is the celebration of  innovative theorists.

Enjoy our selection of images, and join us in our discussion in: What does Design mean to you?

Jackson Pollock action painting- Influential American painter and a major figure in the abstract expressionist movement. He was well known for his unique style of drip painting.

Daniel Libeskind Westside interiors- Daniel Libeskind is an American architect, artist, and set designer of Polish Jewish descent. Libeskind founded Studio Daniel Libeskind in 1989 with his wife, Nina, and is its principal design architect.

Joseph Joseph Arena dish drainer- Twin brothers Richard and Antony Joseph founded Joseph Joseph a decade ago in 2003, combining their respective experience in product design and business.

Lebbeus Woods Berlin Free zone 3-2- American architect and artist.

Rod Arad Voido Freeform Rocking- Israeli industrial designer, artist, and architect.

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Winter wonderland

As the crisp winter mornings sets in, and and the fresh wind cuts the air, we bring winter inspired shoots to warm your insides, so sit back grab a hot coco and enjoy the warming sensation that is the winter wonderland.

Emerald desire

Poppy go red

Champagne flute

Ice Queen

Yellow Dust

Boodi Blu

Today we have a look at the dainty jewellery from Boodi Blu. Beautiful delicate porcelain pieces crafted into bespoke jewllery. Recycling fragments of nostalgia to be loved and worn again. Pieces dating as far back from the 18th century if not earlier, be enchanted by the  handcrafted treasures.


Name: Boodi Blu

Brand Concept: Using fragments of discarded porcelain, found buried in the earth & dating back as far as the 18th century we can only wonder at the paths they might have trodden, but it is the next stage of the journey that belongs to you.

Materials: china, porcelain, chain, gold, ceramic, swarovski, brass, bells

All images copyright of Boodi Blu

The power of Info Graphics

Today we discuss the power of info graphics (providing information through the use of graphics), what would products be without the power of graphics? Graphics offer a quick taster of whats in store, the best graphics are always clean cut with 3 basic typography colours, with enough white space to see the products. Whether it be fashion, music or design, it's always important to sell the product & capture the audience. Below we have a look at eye catching  flyers which make you look twice.

Name: The power of Info Graphics

Concept: Adequately supplying information through the use of imagery

Discovery: Online

The Black & White Obessesion

It's no secret at Akua Designs ... HQ theres an obsession with black & white, something about the cut clean lines is tantalising. Today we have a look at the globe from high fashion models to powerhouses such as Vogue, still remaining constant and current, in taking our breath away.

Name: Black & White Obsession

Concept: Depicting the clean cut lines of perfection

Discovery: Social Media

Fashion

Akua Designs ... is unique within  its field because it's inspired not only by Architecture & Design but by Fashion. Fashion is an ever changing environment taking inspiration from small mini structures to large grand scale events, today we look at 5 hot images which made us look twice.

Vlisco

We bring you the powerhouse that is Vlisco. Vlisco was established in 1846 it is one of the only African textile companies that is constantly creating innovative designs, which connect with the mainstream international market. It takes the rich colours and materials from Africa to create unique bespoke prints. We take a look into its current campaign Homage à l’Art collection.

Name: Vlisco

Brand Concept: Vlisco is the only brand in the world creating authentic dutch wax fabrics and is recognizable for its unique design, colours and wax craquelé

Materials: Dutch wax 

Discovery: On the streets of London

Homage à l’Art collection honours Vlisco’s art by placing iconic drawings in the spotlight. The focus for this particular collection is craftsmanship. The expressive drawings have always kept consumers coming back to the brand, the campaign pays homage to florals and batiks. 

All images are copyright of Vlisco

Killer Magazine spreads

Today at Akua Designs ... we would like to pay homage to the magazine spreads who are taking fashion to new heights through colour design & sheer talent, so today we say I salute you !

Photographer Sabine Liewald via Factory311!

Image courtesy of AfroStyle Magazine

Photographer Marko Mitanovski for Verlour

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Photographer patrick Styrnol

Image courtesy of Orijin Culture Magazine & Fashion

Model Joan Smalls

As If Magazine

Model Alek Wek

Model Sessilee Lopez

Allure Magazine

Model Chanel Iman

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