Discover the Best in Home Decor and Design at Decorex Cape Town
Taking place from 22 to 25 June 2023 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the show offers a multitude of compelling reasons why you don't want to miss it!
13/05/2023
Following a triumphant relaunch in 2022,
Decorex Cape Town is returning with a bang,
providing the Mother City with the opportunity
to explore the newest design concepts and
advancements. Hosted by the City of Cape
Town,and sponsored by Lexus, Plascon and
Samsung, the show boasts over 200 premium
brands, ensuring an all-encompassing experience
that showcases curated exhibitions, cutting-edge
designs and product launches. And that's not all
- Decorex Cape Town also features two
state-of-the-art theatres, offering visitors
even more interactivity and engagement!
Taking place from 22 to 25 June 2023 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the show offers a multitude of compelling reasons why you don't want to miss it! Let's take a look.
Inspiring room designs
Each year the Decorex Africa team singles
out an interior design firm whose work is worthy
of acclaim. For 2023, Changing Spaces will be
bringing its design vision to life in the
Designer Spotlight at the show. Headed by Cheryl
Herweg, and founded two decades ago, this studio
creates contemporary spaces across the globe and
has a presence in South Africa and the UK.
Experience the convenience of shopping for
your home decor straight off the show floor at
the Mr Price Home Shoppable Apartment. This
living space is designed to showcase the latest
interior design trends, making it easy for you
to bring them into your own home without delay.
If you find something you love, simply click and
collect, or have it delivered directly to your
door.
For the first time ever, popular
online retailer Superbalist.com is bringing its
virtual store to life with a physical presence
at the show, featuring an apartment showcasing
one room in four different looks. A dedicated
QR
code for each room will direct shoppers to a
curated basket of everything showcased in the
room so that they can shop their favourite items
- or the whole room - with one click. This
unique exhibit blurs the lines between
e-commerce and brick-and-mortar, offering
in-context inspiration for functional and
pleasurable living.
In collaboration with
Superbalist.com, much-loved local paint brand
Plascon will dress the walls of One Room, Four
Looks, demonstrating how the right paint colour
choices can help fast-track your room makeover.
Prepare to be inspired and amazed by this
innovative shopping experience.
LIM,
Establishment, House of Kook and flooring
company Lalegno are presenting a series of
contemporary Roomsets that will showcase their
directional style, catalogues and turnkey
interior design services.
Kitchen confidential
Watch the Samsung Bespoke
Cooking Theatre come alive as local chefs
showcase their favourite dishes through live
demonstrations. Immerse yourself in the culinary
world as kitchen maestros share their expertise
and provide valuable cooking tips. Satisfy your
hunger for new recipes and cooking techniques,
and if you're lucky, taste the culinary
creations before sharing them on social media.
The live chefs will be making use of
state-of-the-art Samsung appliances such as the
visionary Bespoke 4-DoorFlex refrigerator, which
comes in custom colours and finishes, and can
integrate multiple modules from two different
models to create individualised fridge/freezer
combinations. Get ready to ignite your passion
for cooking and indulge in a deliciously
memorable experience!
For 2023, the
much-awaited annual Kitchen Design Project will
be realised by trade professionals under the
banner of the Kitchen Specialists Association
(KSA) of South Africa - everything and the
kitchen sink!
Make a beeline for Blum, where top-of-the-range fittings and motion technology for the kitchen take a new turn thanks to a magnificent world-class show stand that was unveiled at the EuroCucina fair in Milan before travelling to Decorex Cape Town.
Serious sustainability
Decorex Cape
Town is breaking new ground by becoming the
first in the industry to offer a carbon offset
option for environmentally conscious citizens.
Attendees can now choose to reduce their carbon
emissions by donating R5 to CURBON when
purchasing their Decorex Cape Town tickets in
advance or at the door. Join Decorex Cape Town
in its mission to promote sustainable practices
and make a difference in the world.
Decorex Cape Town's call for designers to submit
sustainably designed chairs to be showcased in
the central restaurant area received an
astounding response. Prepare to be wowed by the
gems on display, which include creations from
renowned local designers Andrea Kleinloog of
Hesse Kleinloog, Jon Case of ARRCC, Matthew
Dasneves, Sanri Pienaar, Rupert Green, Hannerie
Visser, Joe Paine, Bofred and more.
In
addition to these expected masterpieces, be on
the lookout for out-of-the-box surprises from
innovative designers such as milliner Crystal
Birch. With such a diverse range of talented
designers showcasing their creations, there's
something for everyone ...
Future of Design
Comprising a talks theatre and an exhibition area, the Future of Design is a captivating blend of physical and digital displays, collaborative workshops, live demonstrations and presentations by thought leaders.
Petals with an edge
Luxury Japanese automobile brand Lexus will create an evocative Cherry Blossom installation at the show to celebrate its proud sponsorship of this year’s event. In addition, VIP guests will be chauffeured to and from the CTICC in the latest Lexus vehicles.
Sexy slabs
After
collaborating with global brand Tom Dixon at
this year’s Milan Furniture Fair, leading
Spanish surfacing brand Cosentino will continue
to work in tandem with well-known designers to
showcase its superb surfaces. For Decorex Cape
Town, renowned local furniture designer Haldane
Martin will be working with Cosentino on an
exciting stand concept that reveals Haldane’s
superb use of Cosentino products in his
contemporary collections.
Sexy surfacing
solutions enrobe the Surface Bar by Studio
Masson. It’s a stylish spot to grab a drink
while getting tactile with beautiful slabs and
tiles for bathrooms, kitchens and floors.
USURPA gallery, a new Jozi meta-gallery founded by well-known photographer Steve Tanchel and culture-shaper Kay Kay Ribane will be bringing digital nous to the Mother City.
Digital first
The art of NFTs and NFT art are in the limelight at the edgy USURPA gallery presence. This new Jozi meta-gallery founded by well-known photographer Steve Tanchel and culture-shaper Kay Kay Ribane will be bringing digital nous to the Mother City. Explore the intersection of live digital art and Samsung technology, and meet USURPA artists at their Decorex Cape Town stand close to the entrance of the show.
The power of the collective
Lemon, a design studio that boasts a wide range of both decorative and large foundational pieces, is making its debut at Decorex Cape Town. Among the talented designers behind Lemon are co-owner Kevin Frankental, renowned interior designer Yaniv Chen, award-winning French architect and product designer Léonard Kadid (winner of the FD100 Awards 2022) and Cape Town-based fine artist Jade Paton. Their combined expertise promises to bring an exciting and unique addition to the exhibitor stable.
A group exhibition mounted by the Craft + Design Institute (CDI) will showcase export-ready contemporary craft. Dubbed NEXT2023, the exhibition is curated by the CDI’s Market Development Programme Manager Fran Stewart. The 24 participants include the likes of Thabo Makhetha, A Love Supreme, Champel, Head On Design, Minima, Unique Driftwood Creations, Modern Gesture, Woza Moya, Knot Again and Lulasclan.
Raise a toast
Talented return exhibitors Happinest have created a captivating design concept for the central Bubbly Bar that promises to dazzle and delight visitors. With sparkling neon lights that illuminate the area, the Bubbly Bar is sure to stand out and become a beacon of happiness, drawing in guests with its warm and inviting atmosphere.
The 24 participants at Decorex Cape Town 2023 include the likes of Thabo Makhetha, A Love Supreme, Champel, Head On Design, Minima, Unique Driftwood Creations, Modern Gesture, Woza Moya, Knot Again and Lulasclan.
Macro trends in focus
One of South Africa’s leading trend authorities Bielle Bellingham will present a Macro and Interior Design Insights Report. A ticket for this insightful CPD-accredited trend briefing also gives you access to the show itself, and the report will be followed by light refreshments and a guided tour. Afterwards you are welcome to explore further at your leisure.
Decorex Cape Town runs alongside the inaugural Cape Town Decor & Design Week. For more information, ticket sales and media enquiries and downloads, visit Decorex, 100% Design Africa and Design Joburg. For regular updates follow @decorexafrica on Instagram and Facebook @100percentdesignafrica on Instagram and Facebook and @designjoburg on Instagram and Facebook.