Sculptor Stanislaw Trzebinski has created a two-dimensional custom design to wrap around the new BMW Z4 Roadster for his solo show, In the Absence of Light (26 July – 7 November 2019). The artwork is…
Acclaimed filmmaker Gavin Elder directs this short documentary about the work of Conrad Hicks and the role of toolmaking on human evolution. Commissioned by BMW to mark its visionary support of forward-thinking design, the film…
When BMW South Africa and Southern Guild launched their partnership in May last year, they initiated a series of unique creative collaborations that paired luxury-class motoring with the best of South African design
South Africa’s leading designers were honoured on the weekend (Saturday, 9 March) at the sixth annual Design Foundation Awards, in a moving ceremony held in the Silo District, Cape Town. The awards recognised the industry’s…
For Southern Guild’s 10th anniversary show, SGX, the gallery partnered with BMW to create a one-of-a-kind timeline on the new BMW X4. They invited artist Atang Tshikare to create a hand-drawn artwork directly onto the…
SGX: A Decade of Iconic Design, a video made in co-operation with BMW South Africa, captures Southern Guild’s ground-breaking trajectory through interviews with founders Trevyn and Julian McGowan, and artists Atang Tshikare, Andile Dyalvane, Chuma…
For Foundry Proof, a group show exploring the versatility of bronze in contemporary collectible design, BMW South Africa and Southern Guild commissioned designer Charles Haupt to create a sculptural rendition of the BMW i8 Coupe…
For Colour Field, Southern Guild presents a gallery installation showcasing the iconic design features of the new BMW i8 Coupé. The electric sports car – now quieter, lighter and more efficient – is on display…
For the first time since their inception, the Design Foundation Awards is opening up submissions directly to the design industry and public.
Southern Guild has partnered with BMW South Africa for a dynamic year-round programme that will include interactive dinners, exhibitions and experiential activations.
