'The talent across the board is exploding and exploring so many different mediums and forms.” In the Kenyan capital, the art, fashion and design scenes are heating up.
. “Artists come here to learn and unlearn. The space encourages residents to think critically about their practice without the pressure of throwing an exhibition or offering works for one afterward.”
“This is a home, not an institution,” says Kyambi. “And, the property is designed in that way. People can live with one another and have discussions without being on top of each other like other contemporary residency buildings that stack you in one building. The point is to build something sustainable.”
“I was surprised to learn that a country like Kenya, which is rich in artisans that are spread throughout the country, doesn’t have a lot of original textiles,” says Gladys Macharia, the co-founder of textile and home accessories companyNow, Macharia trains artisans to create hand-loomed textiles that are transformed into cushions, towels, and more. Recently, major international fashion brands have started requesting samples.
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