Tosin Oshinowo is an architect better known for her design of the "Big Black Box" Shopping Mall in Maryland, Lagos Nigeria. She also recently gained a lot of recognition for her use of Yoruba traditional fabric- Aso Oke to create statement furniture pieces with her latest venture Ile Ila.
Her signature which is identifiable with the use of fine lines, geometry and simplicity truly sets her apart from her peers. Her interpretation of African minimalism, steers away from the expected prints we are used to seeing but still exudes the associated boldness. To me, her works seems to say 'I am here and I don't need to shout about it'. This episode left me with so much think on especially because, I entered it wanting to talk about inspiration and style but was gently guided into a deeper and necessary discourse that
This is one of those episodes that I think you will revisit. Be sure to leave a comment on what your take aways are.
Connect with Tosin
Architecture Firm - cmD+A Designs
Furniture - Ile Ila
Instagram - @tosin.oshinowo
Let’s Hang Out
Instagram: @thoseafricanchicks
Website: Those African Chicks
Music: Nice To You - YT Audio Library
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