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  • A collage of three cozy interior settings with African print textiles used as decor. Left: A bed with white and brown patterned bedding and pillows. Center: A dining table with an orange floral runner and a vase of greenery. Right: A beige sofa with colorful cushions next to a floor lamp.
    Home Decor

    How to Use African Print Textiles for an Exciting Home

    August 31, 2025

    African print textiles turn corners into showstoppers, making even an ordinary sofa, bench, or table runner unapologetically main character.

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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 wide image separated in two parts. The left part show a modern living room with an off white couch, a black mud cloth throw pillow, a brow throw pillow, a black and white mud cloth rug, a plant, a vase and an artwork. The right part is a close up on black and white African mud cloth patterns.
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    How to Style Iconic Mud Cloth in a Modern Home

    November 10, 2024

    Discover the history behind the iconic Mud Cloth, and learn how to style this timeless fabric in distinctive and versatile ways throughout your home.

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  • West African Interior design: A well-lit, wide shot shows a warmly decorated dining area. A long natural wood dining table is the main focus, set within a banquette seating area composed of light cream-colored cushioned benches with wooden frames. The table is set with a blue vase containing wildflowers, along with small bowls filled with green contents. Decorative pillows in shades of orange and brown are placed on the benches, adding to the inviting atmosphere. Above the banquette, two square artworks adorn the deep brown wall. The artwork on the left features a tree with a black trunk and orange leaves against a yellow background, while the second painting displays a forest scene dominated by yellows and greens. On either side of the seating area, tall green plants in dark pots soften the room's edges and bring a touch of nature indoors. A colorful patterned rug lies beneath the table, adding visual interest and grounding the space. To the right, a sliding glass door with a light beige curtain allows natural light to flood the room, revealing a glimpse of the outdoor area, while a wooden cabinet provides storage. The room is characterized by warm tones, natural materials, and a sense of comfortable sophistication.
    Interior Design

    The 3 Pillars that Make West African Interior Design Unique

    May 26, 2024

    West African Interior design is as diverse as the landscapes that shape it. Join us as we journey through its 3 key pillars: woodcraft, textiles and art.

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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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