On Stage Design Indaba 2009: Stephen Burks

Stephen Burks introduces Willard Musarurwa, founder and owner of Feeling African, a wire furniture design studio in Woodstock, Cape Town. He feels that teaching people to design using recycled materials is rewarding, empowering and helps disadvantaged people earn a living.

He talks about his work with local artisans in helping them transform raw materials into beautiful, marketable objects.

With his New York studio, Readymade Projects, Stephen Burks has been responsible for creative design direction on projects ranging from retail interiors and events to packaging, lighting, furniture and home accessories.