the lowdown
South African luxury brand Ardmore Design produces vibrant and elegant design ware for a global audience. Working hand in hand with sister brand Ardmore Ceramic Art, recent highlights include collaborations with French fashion house Hermès and a collection of wallpapers with celebrated British manufacturers Cole & Son. Founded in 2010, the brand’s ambition was to translate the distinctive imagery and playfulness of Ardmore Ceramic Art’s extraordinary ceramics into exquisite lifestyle products. To date Ardmore Design has launched three fabric collections – Wonderboy, Qalakabushka and Zambezi – and produced sell-out bespoke furniture pieces that have found their way to the most exclusive addresses across the world, from Cape Town’s newest destination hotel, The Silo, to Kit Kemp-designed hotels in London and New York. Taking inspiration from Africa’s fauna, flora and Zulu folklore, expect beauty, colour and whimsical storytelling incorporated into soft furnishings, tableware and furniture, all manufactured from the finest locally-sourced materials and shipped globally.
the products
Fabrics: From playful to bright, elegant to patterned, the three fabric collections offer something to suit every interior.
Scatter cushions: locally made in sumptuous silks, weighty linens and luxe velvets and featuring bold colours, patterns and animal motifs rich in character and intrigue.
Bespoke furniture: The finest contemporary and traditional furniture upholstered in our fabrics. From antique and occasional chairs to limited-edition sofas, these spectacular pieces are artworks in their own right.
Table linens: Ardmore’s range of table linens include tablecloths, placemats, napkins and runners. Mix and match the designs for a relaxed feel or opt for full-on luxe with the Zambezi range.
Stationary: A collection of designs, inspired by our fabrics and featuring the Ardmore heroes: Africa’s rich and colourful flora and fauna, designed with the witty authenticity made famous by Ardmore Ceramic Art.
