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Japan Study Mission

Japan Study Mission

I recently undertook a study mission to Japan. A tour not focussed on design or aesthetics, but rather to learn more about the Japanese manufacturi...

International Acclaim for African Art

An exploration into the transformative journey of African art and design. This blog looks into the achievements local designers and artisans over t...

Create Your Cosy Winter Nest

Creating a comforting nest is essential for tackling the winter blues. In this blog, we explore seasonal design and practical ways to increase the ...

Design Your Dream Home Office

Introduction In the wake of the global pandemic, the traditional office concept has undergone a profound transformation. With more individuals emb...

Why Choose Solid Wood Furniture

In the world of furniture, the choices can be overwhelming, from sleek modern designs to trendy materials. However, for those who appreciate warmt...

Hygge: The Art of Cosiness and Contentment

Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah) is a Danish concept that encapsulates the feeling of cosiness, contentment and well-being. And it can easily be achieved...

An Exploration of Japandi with Erica Schalkwyk...

The most important thing to know about this interior design style is that by combining Scandinavian simplicity and functionality with Japanese warm...

Australian Financial Review-Feb 2020

Amid the glamour and glitz in the tents at Dubai Design Week last November, one piece stood out. A timber bench spiralled above the fray, seemingly...

TIMESLIVE-AUGUST 2019

"We see this bench not as an end in itself, but as a beginning. The piece is a real juncture. What started out as a collaboration between Houtlande...

DESIGN WANTED-JANUARY 2020

By integrating minimal design with responsibly harvested hardwood, Houtlander develops environmentally conscious and longlasting furniture pieces.

House & Garden - March 2020

South African co-working office space Workshop17 believes that the flexible office industry can do more to support the local creative economy ‘It’s...

Business Day Home Front - November 2019

Meshed metamorphosis - The Peech Hotel

Furnishing International - August 2019

The Preservation Bench by Houtlander South Africans enjoy a great indoor/outdoor lifestyle, so it made a lot of sense to Houtlander creatives, Phil...