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  • A cozy, modern wood kitchen featuring beautiful kitchen lighting ideas. Three woven natural fiber pendant lights hang over a central white island, complementing the wood plank ceiling. Under-cabinet LED strip lighting illuminates the marble backsplash and countertops, and a wall sconce adds accent light near the built-in window seat.
    Interior Design

    11 Expert Kitchen Lighting Ideas That Get It Right

    November 2, 2025

    These 11 kitchen lighting ideas get it just right. Functional solutions for every layout combined with statement pieces that elevate your kitchen.

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  • A styled vignette of six woven bolga baskets on and below a dark wooden bench, shot under soft studio lighting.
    Art & Craftsmanship - Home Decor

    These Remarkable Bolga Baskets Changed How I See Weaving

    October 26, 2025

    I grew up around West African weaving. Then I discovered Bolga baskets, and suddenly realized I'd only seen half of what's possible.

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  • African home decor showpieces: a zulu pot on a mantle, a textured beaded shield with concentric circles, and a Songye mask on a shelf. Earthy tones convey a cultural and artistic vibe.
    Home Decor

    7 Authentic Home Decor Showpieces Worthy of Your Attention

    October 19, 2025

    Explore 7 authentic home decor showpieces with real purpose. Each one is a must-know - African craft traditions at their finest.

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  • Warm-toned African-style home with elegant decor. Beige sofas, earthy cushions, large abstract painting, wooden coffee table, and lush plants create a cozy ambiance. A dining room can be seen in the back on the left, and a terrace sits behind a tall glass window on the right.
    Interior Design

    Beautiful African-Style Home Design, Region by Region

    October 12, 2025

    Africa has 54 countries and hundreds of design styles. Want to create your dream African-style home? Here's your complete regional guide.

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  • A gorgeous collection of Egyptian ceramics on a wooden bench against a beige background. Features include ancient Egyptian pottery with hand-drawn motifs, handpainted Fayoum pottery plates and jugs, an small Egyptian Faience pieces, evoking a rustic, cultural ambiance.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    Egyptian Ceramics: 6,000 Years of Pure Magic

    October 5, 2025

    With a 6,000-year legacy, Egyptian ceramics remain as captivating as ever. Discover this timeless craft and how to style it beautifully at home.

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  • Dining room wall design done 3 ways: narrow wall with a large horizontal earthy paintings, tall wall with a stunning built-in arch and medium wall with African-inspired wallpaper
    Home Decor

    Dining Room Wall Design: The Size-Based Guide You Need

    September 28, 2025

    Staring at blank dining room walls? I've cracked the code for dining room wall design that actually works. Turns out size matters - here's your guide!

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  • Interior design mood board for an African-inspired home
    Interior Design

    Interior Design Mood Board: Create One in 5 Simple Steps

    September 24, 2025

    Master the art of the interior design mood board with 5 easy steps that turn scattered ideas into a clear vision for your dream home.

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  • A mosaic of three stunning African stools in different scenes. On the left, we have a beautiful Tonga stool with a geometric design used as a decorative side table with a chic coffee table book and a vintage African bowl on it. In the middle, we have a Senufo stool also used for decorative purposes on a shelf with vintage vases on its right and a stack of books on its left. On the right, we have a Lobi stool used as a nightstand with an open reading book and a small glass vase on it. It is below a gorgeous golden brass sconce and next to a luxurious bed.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    5 African Stools You’ll Love Styling Again and Again

    September 21, 2025

    Discover 5 African stools that blend history, function and art—beautiful pieces that make everyday spaces unforgettable.

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  • Small apartment interior decor in a cozy living room with a white sofa, orange armchairs, and a round wooden table. Abstract art and indoor plants add warmth and a modern touch.
    Home Decor

    Small Apartment Interior Decor Made Easy in 7 Steps

    September 17, 2025

    Small apartment interior decor made simple: 7 steps to style your space like a designer—without losing comfort or personality.

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  • Cozy and vibrant living room representing the essence of eclectic maximalism design. It has a teal sectional sofa, orange pillows, and plants. Large abstract painting on dark wall, flanked by bookshelves, exudes warmth.
    Interior Design

    Eclectic Maximalism: How To Make Your Home Wildly Unique

    September 14, 2025

    Dive into eclectic maximalism: bold colors, daring textures, and your abundant personal collections. No rules here, just pure design joy.

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Meet Aïcha

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Hi, I’m Aïcha — Senegal-born and decor-obsessed. Through OKANLY, I spotlight beautiful African design and craftsmanship. May it inspire your space.

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  • 11 Expert Kitchen Lighting Ideas That Get It Right
  • These Remarkable Bolga Baskets Changed How I See Weaving
  • 7 Authentic Home Decor Showpieces Worthy of Your Attention
  • Beautiful African-Style Home Design, Region by Region
  • Egyptian Ceramics: 6,000 Years of Pure Magic

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