06/23/2026
Some of our favourite brands are built on great friendships and is one of them.
Founded by Christa Botha and Carla Erasmus in Cape Town in 2014, Bofred grew from a shared love of travel, art, beautiful objects and the stories that connect them. What started as a creative partnership has evolved into one of South Africa’s most distinctive furniture and lighting studios, with each collection reflecting their journey as friends and designers.
As a female-founded business ourselves, we’re always inspired by women building meaningful brands and that’s one of the many reasons we love working with Christa and Carla. Their approach feels refreshingly thoughtful. Every piece is proudly made in South Africa, supporting skilled local makers and artisans, while drawing inspiration from places, memories, and experiences gathered along the way.
We’re especially drawn to their use of natural materials, wood, clay, stone. Their designs have a real sense of time and place, with unusual details that make them feel collected rather than manufactured.
In a world of fast trends, Bofred creates pieces with lasting appeal and that’s something we’ll always get behind.