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HEATH NASH Tell us about your latest range The Recession Range is a series of smaller products based on my previous collection of pendant lights. They’re sweet little things – less expensive to make and more economical to buy. They come flat-packed and have been very well received, especially by the younger end of the market. You’ve worked on some large-scale installations. Which one was most exciting? I really enjoyed the over-scaled chandelier we made from green wine bottles for Spier’s new wine-tasting space. Where are you heading in 2013? I will be offering services and experience to different producers and artisans who may
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not have products that suit the market, but who make beautiful things. What makes South African design great? We’re a hands-on nation that’s adept at dealing with reality. All our issues in SA present huge opportunities to solve problems, innovate and educate in terms of design. It’s the most exciting place to be right now. Where are you travelling to next? To Guatemala. The South American people have exceptional skill sets, and I’d love to do some collaborative projects. www.heathnash.com