4 days in Nairobi with Free The Youth, Ghana
Over three unforgettable days, BLUEPRINT curated a powerful lineup of events to introduce Free The Youth to the Kenyan market and immerse them in Nairobi’s vibrant creative scene. From industry dinners to workshops, cultural exchanges and a buzzing public pop-up, we laid the groundwork for future collaboration and growth.
Workshop: Building a Collection in One Week with Jomi Bello
Between February 26th and March 5th, 2025, BLUEPRINT had the pleasure of hosting Jomi Bello in Nairobi. Over the course of the week, Jomi guided our cohort of 15 brand owners through his unique approach to building a collection in just seven days.
Workshop: Masterclass with Guillaume Schmidt, Co-Founder of Patta
On December 16th, we had the honor of hosting an unforgettable masterclass with Guillaume Schmidt, Co-Founder of Patta, the globally acclaimed streetwear brand born in Amsterdam.
Workshop: Running A Brand in 2025 with Eben Badu, Co-Founder of The New Originals
Our very first event set the tone for BLUEPRINT’s launch in the most powerful and inspiring way. We had the privilege of featuring Eben Badu, Co-Founder of The New Originals
Furniture Philosophy: A Conversation with Temitope El-Shabazz
Temitope El-Shabazz is making waves in the product design field. We sat down with him during our visit to Design Week Lagos and heard how his process has gotten him to where he is today.
Azümi: A Journey of Sound and Spirit
Azümi, Nigerian singer and songwriter invited us over to her studio to watch her practice for her upcoming show at Afropolis in Lagos. We listened and wrote a few words. We hope you enjoy.