African Design Magazine August 2015 | Page 15

Events Taking place over the first two days (6th & 7th August) of Africa’s largest décor, design and lifestyle exhibition, the exclusive conference and trade programme is set to facilitate business to business introduction, interaction and networking. Architecture + Interior Design Africa details: Thursday 6th & Friday 7th August, Gallagher Convention Centre INSIGHT – INFLUENCE – INSPIRATION Exploring creativity in Africa Day 1 – 6th August, 12:30-4pm Speakers include: • Joanne Valasis, Architect and Design at Propertuity • Aidan Hart, Creative Director of InHouse Brand Architects • Yvonne O’Brien, interior designer and owner of The Private House Company • Nico van der Meulen, CEO of Nico van der Meulen Architects BUILDING AFRICA The business behind design Day 2 – 7th August, 9am-12:30pm Speakers include: • Gavin Mageni, Head of the SABS Design Institute • Daniel van der Merwe, architect at PPC Ltd and current President for GIfA der Merwe, at PPC Ltd nt President GIfA Gavin Mageni, Head of the SABS Design Institute Nico van der Meulen, CEO of Nico van der Meulen Architects Jaco Maritz, founder of Maritz Africa Click to learn more about the speakers