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diverse spectrum of mentoring programs, as a professional body which in turn within the industry and education
leading to continuous education, for both has helped her combat her own fears allowed her to grow and confidently stand
herself as well as those in the process of of defeat and an unfounded imposter as a representative, fulfilling her lifelong
becoming professionals. She believes that syndrome. She sees her role as a passion encouraging and nurturing the
intellectual challenges are stimulated member of the management committee education of the next generation of savvy
when we allow ourselves time to recharge as a joint responsibility of impartial creative innovators and entrepreneurs.
when we interact with other creatives on a and objective decisions that leads to a These support initiatives resonate with
different platform, socially. greater professional awareness, and of her strongly.
Her passion for design is ignited by challenging herself at her career duties
the promotion development of the IID daily. Inherited genetics and mentorship

Nthabi Taukobong

Professional Interior Designer

s one of the first black Interior transformation she will be assisting with
Designers in South Africa, within the organization. She is particularly
ANthabi Taukobong has had a passionate about mentoring and sharing
career spanning 25 years in the industry her 25 years of industry knowledge with
working on esteemed residential and others and helping create a network of
leisure projects for Presidents, African support for designers through the IID.
Royalty, top CEOs, South Africa’s 5 Star There is a vast pool of information and
Hotel groups and even the Governor access to resources as a member of the
of the Reserve Bank, to name but a few. IID and Nthabi strongly believes that this
Nthabi is one of the most celebrated will assist upcoming as well as established
Interior Designers in the industry, companies and designers, firm up
having undertaken projects on the their bases and grow their brands and
continent spanning from Johannesburg to businesses. Not only can one as a member
Mauritius, Rwanda, DRC, and Nigeria and lean on the IID, but there are many
as far afield as Ethiopia. In her memoir, networking events and opportunities to
The REAL Interior, Nthabi reveals all the connect with others in similar fields and
ins about her designer world and personal expand your business and support reach.
journey. When it comes to design, Nthabi prides
She is the Founding Member and herself in simple, uncluttered interiors.
Managing Director of Ditau Interiors, an She brings the essence of Effortless Luxury
Interior Design Consultation company Living into spaces through her selective
based in Johannesburg, South Africa, use of natural colours, tones and textures
that provides an exclusive design service along with finishes, materials, artwork that is good for the soul. She says, “It is
to a niche Clientèle in the leisure and and artefacts that are mainly sourced on in the balance of elements from nature,
residential markets. the African continent. Juxtaposed with juxtaposed with a modern, international
As a recent member to join the IID, modern pieces and design trends that lifestyle that true design harmony is
Nthabi is excited about the evolving face capture a laidback, effortless lifestyle, achieved”. dw
of design in South Africa and the role of Nthabi transports you to an interior

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