Indigenus Launches the Petra Collection by Fernando Mastrangelo
Indigenus, the South African brand celebrated for its sculptural architectural planters, proudly announces the release of its latest collection – Petra – a bold and striking range designed by acclaimed artist and collectible furniture designer Fernando Mastrangelo.
The Petra Collection is the result of an exceptional collaboration, merging Mastrangelo’s distinct sculptural language with Indigenus’s commitment to refined craftsmanship and natural materials. Inspired by the timeless interplay between geometry and organic formations, Petra explores contrast in its purest form: the classic drum shape is intersected by rich, rock-like textures reminiscent of stratified landscapes and eroded earth.
“This collection offers a fresh perspective on planters,” says Fernando Mastrangelo. “We’re moulding directly from an original cast piece using coal, silica, sand, and other crushed materials while incorporating sculptural elements rarely seen in this area of design. To me, design is about creating sculptures that people can live with and use, and this collection pushes that concept forward in an exciting new direction.”
Each piece in the collection – available in a selection of rich earthy tones including Nutmeg and Mushroom – is a functional work of art. With options like Petra Tall, Petra Medium and Petra Small, these planters bring tactile beauty and grounded elegance to both indoor and outdoor environments.
“The Petra has proven to be the most complex design to bring to life,” says Peter van der Post, Founder of Indigenus. “It is eclectic, pushing the boundaries of what Indigenus has previously created. The result is a far more demanding aesthetic and ultimately a disruptive design for a planter.”
About Fernando Mastrangelo
Fernando Mastrangelo is a New York-based artist and designer known for his collectible furniture and large-scale sculptural works. His creations—made using unconventional materials like crushed glass, salt, coal, and cement—are deeply inspired by nature, geology, and time. Mastrangelo’s work is included in prestigious collections including the Smithsonian Museum.
The Petra Collection is ideally suited for residential, hospitality, and corporate spaces, whether as commanding standalone pieces or grouped for visual impact. It is more than a planter – it is a sculptural statement that brings the raw beauty of the earth into contemporary design.
For European trade professionals and design enthusiasts, the Petra Collection is available through MiMiC Consulting, official representative of Indigenus in Europe. Based in Spain, MiMiC Consulting curates and promotes South African design with a focus on sustainability, craftsmanship, and architectural excellence.
To view the collection or enquire about trade orders, visit www.designercollectivesa.com or contact info@mimicconsulting.com
About Indigenus:
Indigenus was founded in 2014 by Cape Town local Peter van der Post. Indigenus is focused on collaboration with the world’s top designers and artists. We are committed to constant refinement and a willingness to be courageous, curious and experimental with natural materials and new designs. We have built solid distributor networks that we are committed to maintaining and growing globally. All our manufacturing is done in-house, ensuring that our planters are of the highest quality. Materials are sustainably sourced, and the planters are made by hand.
