For our 2022 annual Young Designer Competition we’ve received a whopping amount of 1310 entries from clever young designers all over South Africa.

We’re thrilled to introduce this winning pattern, designed by Mpumelelo Nyuswa named ‘Interconnected’. 🙂

The design is inspired by Kuhlangene which means connected in IsiZulu. It is a play of “Iziqhaza” or African ear piercings. Mpumelelo interpreted those patterns in a modern context. The circular and curved shapes convey a continuous cycle of life, a youthful spirit, and the fact that connection to people is the most important aspect of being human.

Mpumelelo Nyuswa is a 24 year old interior designer by profession and a freelance graphic designer born and raised in Durban. He values the interconnection between collaborative design and the impact it makes on society.

Fabrication: 100% cotton

Colours: Cinnamon Brown & Terracotta

Process: Jacquard reversible knit with ribbed trim on two sides

Size (CM): 130W x 190L including the trim. Note that sizing may vary slightly by batch

Weight: Medium weight knit, approximately 1,8kg per piece