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  • A sunlit coastal grandmother room with a rustic wooden console table, bench, and wicker chair. Woven baskets and ceramic art decorate the wall. Sheer curtains frame a tall window; a jute rug and greenery complete the cozy, natural decor.
    Interior Design

    Coastal Grandmother, the African Way | A Room by Room Guide

    March 29, 2026

    The coastal grandmother aesthetic, done the African way. A room by room guide to the most beautiful home style of 2025, sourced from across the continent.

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  • African coastal summer edit: A wooden table displays woven baskets, a potted plant, a lidded jar, a white candle, and seashells. Behind, a neutral sofa with yellow and white pillows and a woven wall hanging complete the cozy, sunlit room.
    Home Decor

    The African Coastal Summer Edit Is Here

    March 15, 2026

    Light fabrics, natural materials, and the African coast. Our Summer Edit is here, and it's everything. Twenty-one pieces: décor, tableware, wall art, and more!

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  • A wide-angle, eye-level shot of a modern living room featuring a glass-topped wooden coffee table arranged with several decorative African books. The books, which showcase vibrant covers with titles like "African Art," "Lagos Fashion," and "Morocco Travels," are laid out in two neat rows. The room is styled with plush grey velvet sofas, a large abstract painting, and floor-to-ceiling windows offering a city view.
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    The 11 Decorative African Books on Our Forever Home Wishlist

    February 22, 2026

    The definitive guide to decorative African books: 11 stunning coffee table picks spanning photography, art history, design, and more.

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  • An expansive, bright living room featuring a large cream sectional sofa and a central oversized ottoman upholstered in patterned African indigo fabric. The space is decorated with matching indigo accent pillows, light-colored wood furniture, and lush green indoor plants.
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    African Indigo Fabric: A Special Craft for Curated Homes

    January 18, 2026

    African indigo fabric deserves a comeback. This 700-year-old West African craft brings serenity and sophistication right into your home. Here's how to style it.

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  • Sunlit living room with a rust-colored sofa, woven accent chair, abstract wall art, and natural wood furniture showcasing earthy textures and 2026 interior design trends.
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    2026 Interior Design Trends: What to Keep and What to Leave Behind

    January 4, 2026

    Discover the 2026 interior design trends worth keeping and the ones to ditch. Unusual materials, and color are back—while neutral minimalism gets the boot.

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  • A spacious, modern living room featuring a gallery wall art display above a large, cream-colored sectional sofa. The gallery consists of eight framed pieces of artwork, including portraits and landscapes in muted earthy tones, arranged in an organized but asymmetrical cluster. A low dark-wood coffee table sits on a textured rug in front of the sofa, which is decorated with several brown and tan throw pillows. The room is brightly lit by natural sunlight, with a tall potted plant on the left and a minimalist floor lamp on the right.
    Home Decor

    Gallery Wall Art: Your Complete Guide to Getting It Right

    December 21, 2025

    Stop staring at that blank wall. Learn how to create gallery wall art that looks curated, without the overwhelm—no design degree required.

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  • Collage of three dining room table decor styles: Left shows a modern farmhouse look with a lemon tray and runner; Center is an elegant holiday setting with candles and pinecones; Right is a casual rustic style with ceramic bowls and a woven light fixture.
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    How to Nail Dining Room Table Decor Every Single Time

    November 30, 2025

    Learn how to style dining room table decor for everyday meals, casual gatherings, and show-stopping celebrations. Simple tips that work every time.

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  • A split image showing two rooms with Boho chic interior design. (Left): A bright bedroom with a neutral color scheme, a tufted headboard, and layered bedding. (Right): A bright living room with a large white sectional sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and oversized floral botanical wall art. A patterned rug and various pillows in earthy tones connect both spaces.
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    Boho Chic Interior Design: 5 Ways to Give the Look a Luxury Touch

    November 23, 2025

    Discover 5 brilliant ways to elevate boho chic interior design. Minimalist elegance, moody drama, eclectic twists, and more.

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  • A bright, modern living room featuring a large white sofa centered in front of an oversized, light wood headboard or wall panel with carved Moroccan art in the shape of a grand horseshoe arch. The room includes a large patterned textile hanging on the left, a natural fiber rug, and a wood coffee table with decorative ceramic vases.
    Art & Craftsmanship

    Moroccan Art: A Complete Guide to Traditional & Modern Forms

    November 16, 2025

    Discover Moroccan art forms from zellige tiles to contemporary art. Learn about traditional techniques, modern styling tips, and where to find authentic pieces.

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  • A split image showing desert dunes on the left, with warm, earthy tones of sand and shadow, and a stylish living room on the right, featuring a brown and amber color scheme as an example of earthy color palettes. Modern furniture, and soft lighting, evoking a cozy, elegant atmosphere.
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    7 Earthy Color Palettes Stolen From Spectacular Landscapes

    November 9, 2025

    These earthy color palettes bottle a feeling. The warmth of red soil. The calm of grasslands. Seven palettes rooted in Africa's most timeless landscapes.

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Meet Aïcha

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Born in Senegal, shaped by many worlds. I believe your home should reflect your full identity — heritage, cultures, and experiences. I created OKANLY to help you get there.

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