Creative Studios & Machinery
Rent professional production machinery, reserve multimedia soundstages, and book specialized workspaces.
Small Runs Contract Manufacturing
Controlled small batch production for designers ready to move from samples to market - minimum 20 pieces per style.
South Africa Corporate Package
Professional corporate photography with raw files and up to 15 edited images.
South Africa Group Shoots
Group photography session for up to 7 people with 5 edited images.
South Africa Individual Shoots (Basic)
Shoot up to 5 outfits and receive 10 professionally edited images.
South Africa Podcast Studio (Video)
Video podcast studio with two cameras, lighting, and professional audio setup.
South Africa Individual Shoots (Basic)
Shoot up to 3 outfits and receive 3 professionally edited images.
South Africa Sublimation Print
Custom fabric and garment printing for bespoke and bulk orders.
South Africa Photography Studio (Space only)
Professional photography studio for campaigns, editorial shoots, and freelance projects. Lighting, backdrops, and essential gear included; photographer available at additional cost.
South Africa DTG/DTF Print
High-quality direct-to-garment and film printing for custom fashion and branded apparel.
South Africa Podcast Studio (Audio)
Professional audio podcast studio with 4 host chairs and full sound system.
South Africa Photography Studio (With photographer and cameras)
Fully equipped photography studio for campaigns and freelance jobs, including camera and in-house photographer.
South Africa Meeting Room
Private meeting room for up to 6 people with presentation screen.
Meeting Room Rental
For up to 6 people, equipped with a presentation TV and scenic views. - **Refundable deposits apply before use.**
Shoe Trimming Machine
Designed to trim away excess leather or fabric from shoe edges, ensuring clean lines and professional finishes in footwear production.
Clicker 20 Ton
A hydraulic press machine designed to cut leather or synthetic materials with precision dies, ideal for pattern cutting in bulk production.
Button Tacking Machine
This machine is designed to attach buttons securely, ensuring garments maintain strength and professional finishing even with frequent wear. It’s widely used for denim, uniforms, and tailored pieces.
Single Needle Union Feed High Postbed Sewing Machine – 265mm Height
A medium-height postbed machine that provides excellent control for shoe stitching and detailed leatherwork. Perfect for structured items requiring accuracy.
Outsole Stitching Machine
This machine is designed for heavy-duty outsole stitching, attaching shoe soles firmly to uppers with durable seams.
Regular Industrial Irons
These heavy-duty irons are designed for professional garment finishing. They deliver crisp seams and smooth surfaces, ensuring garments look polished and retail-ready. Essential for both small and large production runs.
Flatlock Sewing Machine with Cylinder Bed
A specialised flatlock machine fitted with a cylinder bed, designed for hemming tubular garments like sleeves, cuffs, and leggings. It ensures clean, stretchable seams even in hard-to-reach areas.
Two-Head Computerized Embroidery Machine
This embroidery machine supports scalable production of logos, motifs, and decorative elements. With two heads running simultaneously, it delivers efficiency and consistency across both small and large orders.
Laser Branding
This production space is equipped with advanced laser machines for engraving and printing on leather, fabric, wood, acrylic, and ceramic. You’ll have access to: Laser engraving and printing: suitable for multiple surfaces including leather, fabric, wood, acrylic, and ceramic. Production-ready equipment: perfect for prototyping, customisation, or small-batch production. Key details Type: Production Location: Ananse Center for Design Lagos Capacity: Suitable for small to mid-size production runs
Podcast Studio Rental
The podcast studio at Ananse Center for Design Lagos is designed for creators, entrepreneurs, and brands who want to produce high-quality audio and video content. With a professional multi-camera system, full audio setup, and flexible seating, it provides everything needed for polished podcasts and broadcast-ready recordings.
Rotary Cutter / Round Knife Cutting Machine
This compact machine is designed for cutting fewer fabric layers with precision. It’s perfect for sample development, smaller production runs, or detail-oriented cutting tasks.
4-Thread Overlock Machine
Built for knitwear and stretch garments, this machine produces seams that balance strength with flexibility. It’s ideal for activewear, casualwear, and fashion pieces that require comfort and movement without sacrificing durability.
Strobel Type Overseam Machine (for Shoe Insoles)
Specialised in shoe construction, this machine attaches uppers to insoles using strong over-seam stitching, ensuring comfort and durability.
Ornamental Double Stitch Side Wall Sewing Machine
This machine creates decorative double stitching on the side walls of shoes, enhancing both strength and appearance.
1-Needle U-Type Shoe Stitching Machine
This machine specialises in U-shaped stitching for footwear, ensuring secure construction and neat finishing on shoes and boots.
Single Needle Union Feed High Postbed Sewing Machine – 443mm Height
This extra-high postbed machine allows precise stitching of bulky leather goods, boots, and large accessories. Its tall clearance is perfect for oversized or layered materials.
Edge Colour Machine
A finishing machine designed to apply paint, dye, or colour coatings evenly to leather edges, improving both durability and appearance.
Toe Lasting Machine
The Toe Lasting Machine is designed to mould and securely shape the toe area of shoes, ensuring consistent structure and fit in footwear production. It is essential for achieving professional finishes in both formal and casual shoe manufacturing.
Flatlock Sewing Machine
This machine is designed for creating smooth, flat seams in knitwear and stretch garments. Commonly used in sportswear, underwear, and activewear, it produces strong, comfortable finishes without bulky edges.
Clothing machines Intermediate Bundle
Clothing machines Intermediate Bundle