The Things That We Do - Ethiopia - Eating

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'The things that we do' is a pioneering global design initiative, delving into the intricate bond between human behaviors and everyday objects. For centuries, our routines - eating, sleeping, socializing, and playing - have profoundly influenced the creation of the tools we use in our daily lives. The project takes root in East Africa, the birthplace of human civilization, where British design studio NEON and Kenyan furniture company 98 Crafted collaborate to bridge the gap between local culture and global design. Both partners are deeply concerned about the homogenization of cultures worldwide, seeking to preserve unique cultural identities through their work. By harnessing the power of storytelling, they will unearth and reinterpret local customs into innovative objects co-designed with skilled artisans. The project will be showcased at Design Week Addis Ababa (February 11-17, 2019) and Nairobi Design Week (March 17-23, 2019).