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Design Stories
Every piece at Sarza has a story to tell. Find out more about our family of designers and artisans and how their products, ethos and craft reflect the rich cultural heritage of Africa.
Ark: When fine craftsmanship brings great people, and great food, together
ARK Workshop gives a new lease of life to old wooden barn floors, transforming them by hand into beautiful serving boards and utensils which will add soul to your kitchen and elevate the presentation of any dish. With a commitment to preserving craft and creating opportunities in underdeveloped communities, ARK’s products don’t just look great, they bring people together.
O’live: Skin-loving soaps, secret herbal infusions & supporting local communities
Husband and wife team Sipho and Zikhona Tefu started making soap from their kitchen as an aid to help their daughter’s skin condition. With store bought soaps irritating the little girl’s skin, the family decided to move to more naturally based skincare, using only high quality ingredients.
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Handmade Story: Hand beaded clay chandeliers that change lives
Merewyn De Heer’s company grew from her passion to help vulnerable women and her desire to create beautiful things. After years in advertising, she began dreaming of a change... and created a truly inspiring line of chandeliers made from hand rolled beads – which vulnerable women can roll from home to earn a living.
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EVOLUTION PRODUCT: Celebrating botanical & historical narratives of South Africa
Amanda du Plessis of Evolution Product proudly goes against the tide of soulless, factory-made products. Her homeware and décor items are steeped in a sense of history and heritage - with the aim of celebrating the past and cultivating beautiful products that will become conversation pieces in your home.
VOGEL DESIGNS: CONTEMPORARY FURNITURE INSPIRED BY NATURE
Based in Cape Town, John Vogel is an internationally acclaimed designer, producing contemporary furniture with an emphasis on organic, natural form. The small, family-run business is inspired by nature and places a firm emphasis on social and environmental responsibility. This is a case of style and
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MUNGO TEXTILES: Quality, craftsmanship & LOCAl COMMUNITY
It all started with one man’s passion project, two antique looms and an unwavering commitment to quality, craftsmanship and local community.
The story behind those beautiful Lalela scarves
THE LALELA SCARF Featuring inspiring designs from young artists and designers in our programs, THE LALELA SCARF is a beautiful way to show your support for life-changing art. 100% of the proceeds from each sale goes towards helping young innovators find their voice and overcome the narrative of poverty through the transformative power of arts education.
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