Last month I wrote about the definition of interior design. In this month’s article I want to focus on the responsibilities of an interior designer. Beautification of a space should be the result of a great design process. The initial and important stage of this process is responsible design; a design approach that encompasses universal […]
Calling all of you who want to get out of Addis- on your bikes, or for some hiking, or with the family. RIDE THE RIFT is a collaborative effort by four Ethiopian tour operators to re-energise Ethiopia’s tourism sector. Our aim is to introduce new destinations to travellers in Ethiopia and offer opportunities to experience
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Islam and Ethiopia have ties as old as the sixth century: in 615 a group of Muslims were ordered by the Prophet Muhammad to escape persecution in Mecca and travel to Ethiopia, which was then ruled by Najashi, a Christian king known for his fairness. Upon recievng the Muslim refugees, Nejashi provided shelter and protection,
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On 6 June 2023, What’s Out Addis will be holding its 8th Bag Show at Sheraton Addis. This is a popular annual evening event that showcases the best bag designers currently working in Addis Ababa. In recent years, designers have turned their attention to creating beautiful bags using the local leather, which is well known
A Tahini twist on the classic carrot cake that will have your taste buds craving more. Pre-heat oven to 350F. Oil a 9×13 pan, and sprinkle 1/2 cup sesame seeds around the edges. Add any extra seeds to the batter later. Mix 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, 3/4 cup vegetable oil and 4 eggs in
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The 17th Ethiopian International Film Festival (EARTHOPIAN), in partnership with TeleBirr, willbe organized from 1-5 May 2023, at Ethiopian Officers Club and Russian Cultural Institute. Thefestival will be celebrated with various events including screenings, a three days-long filmMarket Expo and closing/award ceremony, in the presence of a great number of targetedpotential local and foreign participants.The
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The much beloved Ethiopian nun, classical pianist, violinist and composer has died at 99. She spent the last 40 years living in an Ethiopian monastery in Jerusalem, following her mother’s death in 1984 when Emahoy and her family found themselves targeted as aristocrats and had to flee the country. Born in Addis Ababa and named
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Italian Trade Agency, the Trade Promotion Section of the Italian Embassy in Addis Ababa, will be participating at the Big 5 Construct Ethiopia with an “Italian Pavilion” that will host 31 Italian companies, which will showcase a wide variety of products in the building materials and construction machinery sector. The event will be held from
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Interior Design versus Decorators When we hear the term interior design, we think of room make-over shows, or even do it yourself (DIY) projects on Pinterest. This is actually the role of interior decorators. While decorating is important to creating functional and aesthetical spaces, the work of an interior designer differs from an interior decorator
