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  • Three contemporary African dining room examples with wooden tables and chairs. Each room features unique artwork, pendant lighting, and subtle plant decor, creating an elegant ambiance.
    Interior Design

    3 Contemporary African Dining Room Styles to Steal Right Now

    August 3, 2025

    Boring dining room? Not here. Pull up a chair — here’s my take on a contemporary African dining room done earthy, bold, or calm.

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  • A modern living room scene features a high-end cream sofa, a red velvet armchair and a deep olive-green armchair, flanking a pair of dark, intricately carved Bamileke stools used as coffee tables, all set on a cream-designer rug, with a framed abstract art piece hanged above the sofa.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    The Powerful Bamileke Stool: Cameroon’s Spirit In Style

    July 27, 2025

    Not just a seat, and never just a side table — the powerful Bamileke Stool keeps Cameroon’s royal spirit alive in any corner of your home.

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  • Three-panel image showcasing unique home accents; a black and white mudcloth throw draped over a chair, a tiered bohemian chandelier, and a living room with a patterned ottoman in front of a fireplace.
    Home Decor

    15 Unique Home Accents to Give Your Space an Edge

    July 20, 2025

    Unique home accents: little rebels that refuse to blend in — because your walls and corners deserve a little mischief. Let them misbehave in the best way.

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  • Elegant display of Moroccan interior design with white sofas, patterned pillows, and a central Persian rug, all set against warm, terracotta walls and archways.
    Interior Design

    Moroccan Interior Design Secrets: Beauty in the Details

    July 13, 2025

    Arches, tilework, and rugs with attitude — Moroccan interior design is anything but shy. Get inspired by its beautiful details.

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  • Artwork by famous African painters displayed in a contemporary living room. A large painting featuring figures in colorful dresses hangs above a white sectional sofa, creating a focal point in the elegantly designed space.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    17 Famous African Painters Who Redefined the Art World

    July 6, 2025

    Meet 17 famous African painters who changed the art world with powerful ideas, unique styles, and fresh ways of seeing the continent.

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  • A handcrafted collection of African bowls displayed on a wooden console table alongside decorative vases and a framed artwork. These rustic African bowls adds an authentic touch to any home decor.
    Art & Craftsmanship - Home Decor

    African Bowls: Artful, Beautiful, and Made to Be Seen

    June 29, 2025

    Not your average find. These African bowls steal the spotlight—each one a sculptural stunner with the kind of wear you’ll want to show off.

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  • The interior of a home is decorated in a wabi sabi style, with neutral colors and natural elements. The expansive, u-shaped couch is eggshell white and decorated with tan and off-white pillows. Behind the couch hangs a large, framed painting, and a low, round table sits in front of it. The wooden ceiling and light fixture coordinate with the other wooden elements in the room. On both sides of the seating area are large plants and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer a view of the outdoors. Light shines into the room from outside.
    Interior Design

    The Exciting Fusion of Wabi-Sabi Style and African Interiors

    June 22, 2025

    Wabi-sabi style meets African design in the best way. Discover a stunning fusion that make your home feel truly lived in.

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  • Three panels of geometrically patterned 'Kuba cloth' hang on a metal rack in front of a white wall. The Kuba cloth panels are tan with brown tribal-style designs and hang suspended from a black metal bar. The cloth on the left features a continuous square spiral pattern. The center cloth has a series of nested squares and rectangles, some containing solid black diamond shapes. The cloth on the right utilizes a 'maze' pattern in blocks separating by brown lines. A dark wood floor spreads out below the cloths.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    Kuba Cloth Is Pure Art — Here’s How to Showcase It

    June 15, 2025

    Meet Kuba cloth: the textured showstopper your home (and life) have been waiting for. Full of rhythm, unexpected patterns, and history into every inch.

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  • A cozy interior scene showcases three Moroccan poufs of varying styles and textures arranged on a plush rug. To the left, a square floor cushion with a colorful, patterned fabric leans casually. In the center stands a beige, cylindrical pouf with a fringed skirt. To the right, a classic, round leather Moroccan pouf in a warm brown hue adds a touch of elegance. The poufs are set against a backdrop that includes a decorative vase with a plant, a framed textile art piece, and creamy neutral walls, enhancing the warm and inviting atmosphere of the space.
    Home Decor

    Moroccan Poufs: An Understated Luxury for Collected Spaces

    June 8, 2025

    Moroccan poufs are handmade, functional gems that add a collected style to your space. Discover the magic behind the seams.

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  • Living room showpiece featuring a trio of stylish interior design elements: a floral armchair, a chic living room setup, and a charming wooden bar cabinet.
    Interior Design

    15 Living Room Showpiece Picks, Guaranteed to Impress

    June 1, 2025

    Looking for the perfect living room showpiece? You’ll want these striking picks in your home—guaranteed head-turners that will wow every guest.

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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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