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Welcome to Spring / Summer 2022 We’re excited to embrace the new year and all it has in store. Our new collection is full of beautiful artisan pieces that truly celebrate the best of sustainable materials. As our homes continue their hybrid role of work, relaxation and entertaining, we take a fresh look at the flow and layout of our living space, with beautifully designed pieces to help us live well. Our new spring collection blends the timeless simplicity of natural materials with carefully considered design. We have focused on layering, texture, and tone, in a calming colour palette creating relaxed living spaces with a pared-back aesthetic. Designed with sustainability and longevity in mind, you can pair existing pieces with exciting new homewares that celebrate the new season. Timeless design, traditional artisan skills and natural materials are at the heart of all our collections, ensuring handmade individuality and ever-enduring style.


1 . NEW Yala Champagne (Set of 4) Smoke Brown | YC0501 | 19 x 6cm (dia) 2 . NEW Yala Jug YC0701 | 25 x 10.5cm (dia) 3 . NEW Yala Glass (Set of 4) YG0101 | 16 x 8cm (dia) 4 . NEW

Yala Tumbler (Set of 4)

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Pantry In the last few years, pantries have established themselves as one of the must-have spaces in our homes. There is something aspirational about a well styled and ordered pantry or larder, and with more time spent at home there is no better time to get organised and re-think spaces to make life in the kitchen more accessible and efficient. Decanting grains and pulses into storage jars and using refill stores not only reduces plastic but also focuses our minds on more plant-based ingredients.

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1 . Kossi Storage Jar Clear | KJ0602 | Large 22 x 12.5cm (dia) 2 . Kitto Storage Jar Clear | KJ0901 | Small 15.5 x 13cm (dia) | KJ0902 | Large 23 x 13cm (dia) 3 . NEW Chapad Hemp Tall Wall Hung Basket Natural | CB1301 | Small 20 x 20cm (dia) | CB1302 | Large 35 x 20cm (dia) 4 . NEW Charal Storage

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Kitchen Storage Everyday pieces don’t have to be ordinary. For a kitchen refresh, style utilitarian wire storage with sustainable mango wood boards and handcrafted artisan ceramics. Pair with recycled glassware and handwoven storage baskets for a stylish and organised space. 1 . Inkollu Three-Tiered Storage Stand Aged Brass | IS3501 | 100 x 28 x 28cm 2 . Soria Chopping Board Mango Wood | SB5803 | 1.8 x 32cm (dia) 3 . Kitto Water Dispenser Clear | KD0201 | 29.85 x 26 x 21cm 4 . Enesta Line Mug (Set of 2) Cream | EM1401 | 8 x 9cm (dia) 5 . Recycled Glass Cake

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Clear Glass & Mango Wood | CD0101 | 23 x 34cm (dia) 6 . NEW

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1 . NEW Haldi Tumbler (Set of 4) Clear | HT3601 | 11 x 8cm (dia) 2 . NEW Ovah Marble Cake Dome White | OD3201 | 26.5 x 21 x 21cm 3 . NEW Haldi Wine Glass (Set of 4) Clear | HW0601 | 15 x 8cm (dia) 4 . NEW Haldi Carafe Clear | HC1301 | 24 x 8.5cm (dia) 5 . Mango Wood Pizza Board Mango Wood | PB3601 | Large 59 x 46 x 2cm

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Traditional Glass Making Almost all of our glass, from glassware and serveware, to lighting and decorations, is made from recycled glass. It not only makes use of a waste material, but also reduces emissions as less heat is required than with the manufacturing of new glass. At Nkuku the recycling process starts with the collection of waste glass. The different colours of glass are sorted into piles, washed to remove any impurities, and finally crushed and melted down. The molten glass forms the base to create new products, either handblown or placed in bespoke moulds to create beautiful new products. Visiting our glass supplier is in many ways like stepping back in time. The traditional ways of working are still very much evident. Glass blowing involves artisans blowing air into molten glass, creating striking organic shapes and designs. We also use moulds to shape a product. This involves creating a design, then carving the shape into a heatproof case. The glass is then blown into the mould and fired in the kiln. Our coloured glass is never sprayed but the colour is embedded in the glass. This not only makes it food-safe but offers a purity of colour and improves the overall quality of the piece. The glass makers nimbly flip and shape the molten glass with extraordinary speed and skill. Their experience means they seem to instinctively know the motions, somehow transforming a blob of molten glass into a beautiful and useful item. Using recycled glass means there are sometimes small air bubbles found in the finish of the glass. A feature that we believe adds to the look of the piece. Traditional glass making techniques are very much kept alive in the creation of our glassware; the organic shapes in many of our pieces clearly illustrate this natural handmade process. As with all our collections we find it an exciting process creating new designs and finishes.

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Dining Defining a dining area in a kitchen space encourages time for socialising and family get-togethers, creating a clear distinction between cooking and dining in a more informal way. To transform a table from its everyday use, dress it with elegant ceramics in unassuming organic shapes and eye-catching tones. Finish with elegant glassware formed from recycled glass and decorate with characterful table accessories.

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Previous Page: 1 . Amina Bowl Cream | AA5001 | 7 x 15cm (dia) 2 . Amina Dinner Plate Cream | AP9001 | 1.5 x 27cm (dia) 3 . Amina Side Plate Cream | AP9101 | 1.5 x 22cm (dia) 4 . Lua Glass Vase Vintage Brown | LV3501 | Small 28 x 19cm (dia) 5 . Amina Serving Bowl Cream | AS6101 | 8 x 29cm (dia) 6 . Lumbu Lamp Antique Brass | LL3101 | Large 30 x 39 x 34cm

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1 . Indus Wooden Bowl Mango Wood | IW3253 | Medium 14 x 28cm (dia) 2 . Ama Splatter Serving Bowl AB5902 | Large 7.5 x 34.5cm (dia)

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1 . Malia Serving Bowl Dusty Blue | MB6501 | 12.3 x 24cm (dia) 2 . Malia Jug MJ1301 | Small 9.5 x 7 x 5cm | MJ1201 | Large 17.5 x 9.4 x 14.3cm 3 . Malia

Mug (Set of 2) MM2801 | 10.3 x 9cm (dia) 4 . Malia Bowl MB6401 | 5 x 19.5cm (dia) 5 . Malia Side Plate MP7201 | 2.5 x 22.5cm (dia) 6 . Malia Dinner Plate MP7101 | 2.5 x 28cm (dia) 7 . Karala Wine Glass (Set of 4) Clear | KG4301 | 13 x 8cm (dia) 8 . Karala Tumbler (Set of 4) KG4401 | 9 x 8cm (dia) 9 . Mango Wood Pizza Board Mango Wood | PB3602 | Medium 43 x 32 x 2cm

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Elegant Glassware Enjoy the simplicity of clear recycled glassware. Our Mila collection has beautiful etched detailing around the glass. New additions include generous gin glasses and champagne flutes. For everyday dining, our Yala hammered glassware brings timeless style, texture, and form.

1 . Mila Wine Glass (Set of 4) Clear | MW2901B4 | 19.5 x 8cm (dia) 2 . NEW Mila Tall Champagne Glass (Set of 4) MG2901 | 22 x 5cm (dia) 3 . Mila Champagne Glass (Set of 2) MG2501 | 17 x 10.5cm (dia) 4 . Mila Cocktail Glass (Set of 4) MC6501B4 | 19.5 x 10.5cm (dia) 5 . NEW Mila Gin Glass (Set of 2) MG2701 | 12 x 12 x 18cm 6 . Mila Decanter MD0701 | 28 x 12cm (dia) 7 . Mila Tumbler (Set of 4) MT4601B4 | 9 x 8.5cm (dia) 8 . Yala Hammered Champagne Glass (Set of 4) YC0101 | 19 x 6cm (dia) 9 . Yala Hammered Jug YJ0101 | 25 x 10.5cm (dia) 10 . NEW Yala Glass (Set of 4) YG0101 | 16 x 8cm (dia) 11 . Yala Hammered Tumbler (Set of 4) YT0101 | 9 x 8.5cm (dia) 12 . Yala Hammered Wine Glass (Set of 4) YW0101 | 12 x 7.5cm (dia)

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1 . Indigo Drop Cereal Bowl ID0401 | 6 x 17cm (dia) 2 . Indigo Drop Pasta Bowl Indigo | IB6001 | 4.6 x 23cm (dia) Burnt Silver | HC1201

4 . Indigo Drop Side Plate ID0301 | 2 x 22.5cm (dia)

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5 . Indigo Drop Dinner Plate Cream & Indigo | ID0201 | 2.5 x 28cm (dia)

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Summer Dining Inspired by the colours and textures of the coast, our summer tablescape features sea-grey artisan ceramics and hand-etched glassware with a frosted finish. Style with refined antique gold cutlery and braided hemp table accessories for sophisticated summer dining. 1 . NEW Amina Dinner Plate Sea Grey | AP9601 | 1.5 x 27cm (dia) 2 . NEW Amina Bowl AA5601 | 7cm x 15cm (dia) 3 . NEW Amina Mug (Set of 2)

Etched Wine Glass (Set of 4) Clear | AG4001 | 20cm x 8.5cm (dia) 5 . Anara Etched Tumbler (Set of 4) AT4601 Amina Side Plate AP9701 | 1.5cm x 22cm (dia) 7 . Braided Hemp Table Runner BR1501 | 35cm x 180cm x 1cm 8 . Braided Hemp Coasters (Set of 4) Natural | BC4701 | 0.5cm x 11cm (dia) 9 . Veeta Cutlery (Set of 16) Brushed Gold | VC0201 10 . Sirsa Glass Candlestick Clear | SC2903 | Wide 13cm x 8cm (dia) 11 . NEW Amina Serving Bowl AS6501 | Small 5cm x 23cm (dia) | AS6601 | Large 8cm x 29cm (dia) 12 . Jahi Gold Bowl Brushed Gold | JB2903 | Large 4 x 9.5cm (dia) AM4001 | 11cm x 8.5cm (dia) 4 . Anara | 13cm x 9cm (dia) 6 . NEW

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Living For a timeless pared-back aesthetic, combine a muted colour palette with a focus on natural textures and layering. Natural materials such as sustainable mango wood, eco-friendly jute, and recycled glass, bring a sense of calm and balance to an interior and provide a connection to the natural world. Layers of light elevate a living space; you can’t beat natural light, but you can enhance a room with cleverly balanced lighting from table lamps and pendants. In smaller spaces use mirrors to bounce the light around the room.

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Previous Page: 1 . NEW Kiri Mango Wood Console Table Natural & Black | FT1101 | 76cm x 120cm x 40cm 2 . Modasa Iron Mirror Black | MM0105 | Extra Large 3 x 90cm (dia) 3 . Noko Wicker Conical Pendant Natural | NP0802 | Medium 47 x 40cm (dia) 4 . Mbata Brass Candlestick Antique Black | MC5603 | Small 20 x 6.5cm (dia) 5 . Naryla Lantern Mango Wood & Glass | NL0901 | Small 14 x 13cm (dia) 6 . Zaani Glass Vase Coffee Brown | ZV0302 | 28 x 14cm (dia) 7 . NEW Abari Straight Pot Aged Zinc | AP9901 | Small 12 x 14cm (dia) | AP9902 | Large 14 x 16 (dia) 8 . Rundi Seagrass Basket Natural | RB4602 | Medium 30 x 38cm (dia)

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1 . NEW Barjora Braided Hemp Long Cushion Cover Natural | BC4901 | 48 x 110cm

2 . NEW Ondal Square Braided Hemp Pouf Natural | OP3101 |

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3 . NEW Mureu Rug Natural & Black | MR3701 | 120 x 180cm

4 . Idha Straight Hurricane Lantern Mango Wood & Glass | IL0403 | Large 36 x 15.5cm (dia)

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Natural Materials Layer handwoven cushions and slubby linens on your favourite sofa or armchair, and add warmth underfoot with traditionally handwoven rugs. Pair these natural textiles with reclaimed wood, recycled glass, and antique brass finishes for an inviting space. 1 . Otoro Glass Pendant Clear Glass | OP1502 | Large 32 x 45cm (dia)

2 . Kibibi Candle Stick Natural Mango Wood | KS0201 | 23 x 13cm (dia)

3 . NEW Sandesh Raffia Lampshade Natural | SL3801 | Large 22 x 41 x 30cm x 31.5 x 31.5cm

4 . NEW Sahar Mango Wood Floor Lamp Natural | SL3501 | 139

5 . Mayla Cushion Cover Natural | MC5902 | Rectangle 60 x 40cm

6 . NEW Mureu Rug Natural & Black | MR3702 | 150 x 240cm

7 . Chakala Wooden Coffee Table Reclaimed Wood & Iron | CT3401 | 41 x 60-70cm (dia) 8 . Mali Coffee Mug (Set of 2) White & Terracotta | MM1801B2 | 8 x 9.5cm (dia) 9 . Jahi

Brass Candle Stick Brushed Gold | JC0202 | Large 10.5 x 3.5cm (dia) 10 . NEW Maluku Lantern Iron Round Vase Aged Antique Brass | BV1101 | 17 x 15cm (dia)

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Darma Wicker Lamp Natural | DL5401 | Small Tall 40.5 x | DL5501 | Large Tall 54 x 22.5 x 22.5cm 3 . NEW Barjora Braided Hemp Cushion Cover Natural | BC5001 | Square 50 x 50cm | BC5101 | Rectangular 40 x 60cm 4 . NEW Nalgonda Lamp Antique Brass | NL2501 | Small 34 x 21 x 21cm | NL2601 | Large 45 x 31 x 31cm 18 x 18cm

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1 . NEW Kunvar Recycled Cotton Throw Natural & Black | KT6701 | 150 x 125cm

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1 . NEW Deopura Wire Wall Art Rust | DW0402 | Large 118 x 118cm 2 . Sambas Kiko Brass Frame Antique Brass | SF0201 | Portrait 8 x 10" 3 . Kiko Zinc Photo Frame Antique Zinc | KF0316 | 4 x 6" 4 . Indu

Mango Wood Photo Frame Mango Wood | WF0203 | 50 x 35cm 5 . Indu Mango Wood Photo Frame Mango Wood | WF0204 | Kiko Brass Frame Antique Brass | SF0202 | Portrait 5 x 7" 7 . Taluka Kiko Brass Frame Antique Brass | KF2003 | Extra Large 29cm x 36cm 8 . Indu Mango Wood Photo Frame Mango Wood | WF0202 | 22 x 50cm 9 . Kiko Brass Photo Frame Antique Brass | KF0402 | Landscape 4 x 6" 10 . Gigantic Antique Brass Kiko Frame Antique Brass | GK0401 | Square 36 x 36cm 36 x 29cm 6 . Sambas

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1 . NEW Malana Recycled Glass Candle Holder Smoke Brown | MC9601 | Small 9 x 8cm (dia) | MC9602 | Medium 12 x 8cm (dia) | MC9503 | Large 14 x 10cm (dia) 2 . NEW

Malana Recycled Glass Candle Holder Clear | MC9501 | Small 9 x 8cm (dia) | MC9502 | Medium 12 x 8 cm (dia) | MC9503 | Large Amri Iron Candlestick Antique Brass | AC9301 | 5.5 x 9cm (dia) | Antique Black | AC9401 | 5.5 x 9cm (dia) 4 . NEW Ada Iron Candestick Antique Brass | AC9501 | 9.5 x 10 cm (dia) | Antique Black | AC9601 | 9.5 x 10 cm (dia)

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1 . Noko Wicker Lamp Natural | NL2301 | Extra Small 25.5 x 21cm (dia)

2 . NEW Noko Wicker Dome Pendant NP3801 | Small 40 x 31cm (dia)

3 . Agatarla Glass Pendant Clear | AP9301 | 63cm x 40cm (dia) 4 . Dia Jute Lampshade Natural | DL3303 | 21.5 x 35/40.5cm (dia) 5 . Baba Glass

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Bedroom Creating a restful space where you can relax and unwind is the priority in any bedroom retreat. Combine natural materials such as jute, linen, and mango wood with an earthy colour palette for a calming space. Add character and comfort by layering textiles, with soft rugs underfoot, linens with hand-stitched detailing, and traditional Kilims with subtle pattern and texture.

Top Left: BESTSELLER Indu Wooden Frame. Above: NEW Luto Side Table, New Luto Coffee Table, NEW Luto Console Table, NEW Iria Antique Print Rug, BESTSELLER Indu Wooden Frame, NEW Luto Side Table, NEW Luto Coffee Table. Right: NEW Luto Console Table, BESTSELLER Indu Wooden Frame, NEW Luto Side Table, NEW Luto Coffee.

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Previous Page: 1 . NEW Kesu Kilim Pouf Natural | KP5801 | Small 50 x 50 x 30cm 2 . NEW Amhara Acacia & Jute Woven Bench Natural | AA5801 | 101 x 36 x 45cm 3 . Mayla Cushion Cover Natural | MC5902 | Small Square 50 x 50cm 4 . NEW Barjora Braided Hemp Rectangle Cushion Cover Natural | BC5101 | 40 x 60cm 5 . Edo Mug (Set of 2) Slate | EM0901B2 | 11 x 8.5cm (dia) 6 . Miza Mini Glass Vase Smoke | MV1003 | Large 16.5 x 8cm (dia) 7 . Dasai Mango Wood Bedside Table Natural | DT2001 | 60 x 45 x 40cm 8 . Mayla Throw MT3801 | 140 x 200cm 3 1 . NEW Madrisana Acacia & Rattan Woven Chair Natural | MC9801 | 63 x 82 x 73cm

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Traditional Crafts Our beautiful Kilim storage bag and cushions are skilfully produced by the same traditional methods used centuries ago. Style them in your bedroom, guest room or inglenook for a stylish storage solution, paired with handwoven rugs, baskets and occasional tables for a celebration of traditional crafts.

1 . Rama Iron Hook Iron | RH2902 | Row of 5 - 15 x 64 x 10.5cm

2 . NEW Putlar Seagrass Basket Bag Natural | PB4002 | Large 42 x 49 x 16cm

3 . NEW Amhara Acacia & Jute Woven Bench Natural | AA5801 | 101 x 36 x 45cm 4 . Hasani Moroccan Shopper Natural Palm Leaf | HS0501 | Short Handles 34 x 54 x 31cm

5 . NEW Naneli Water Hyacinth Basket Natural | NB3302 | 27 x 36cm (dia) 6 . NEW Kedarpur Rattan Side Table Natural |

KT5801 | 50 x 50 x 50cm Rust | KC5101 | 50 x 50cm

7 . NEW Chapad Hemp Wide Wall Hung Basket Natural | CB1401 | 15 x 15 x 15cm 8 . NEW Kutha Kilim Cushion Cover 9 . NEW Supaul Kilim Basket Rust | SB6001 | 40 x 40 x 40cm

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Weaving on Handlooms “The eco-friendly properties of jute and hemp make them ideal for creating durable and tactile products for the home” The ancient process of weaving on traditional wooden handlooms is very much alive in the creation of our interior furnishings, from upholstery and cushions, to rugs and wall hangings. The therapeutic thud of the loom, the swift movement of the shuttle and the skilled hand movements of the weaver expertly crafting patterns from memory is a pleasure to behold. Our collections are skilfully woven, braided and stitched by hand using these age-old methods. The eco-friendly properties of jute and hemp make them ideal for creating durable and tactile pieces for the home. Jute is a sustainable rain-fed crop that has little need for fertilizer or pesticides. It is a natural vegetable fibre that can be spun into coarse strong threads. Hemp equally does not require pesticides and its density of growth leaves little room for weeds. The warm golden hues of these natural fibres are the perfect base for the creation of these collections. We also use recycled materials from cut-off threads and fabrics from the garment industry, making use of waste materials to create new ones. The handloom is one of the oldest crafts in India. Dating back thousands of years, the Indus civilisation created the first handloom, as well as spinning and dying textiles. It’s humbling to note that the same techniques in place all those years ago - traded to the Romans via the Silk Route - are still in use today. Today, the handloom industry employs over 4 million people. The handmade process behind our textile collections celebrates this incredible traditional craft, where the character and texture created by using a traditional loom has a noticeable difference to machine-made materials. It’s these finishes that form an important part of the Nkuku look.

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Versatile Spaces Our homes are having to work harder than ever before and allow room for work, entertainment and relaxation. Welldesigned and flexible furniture means multipurpose living spaces can easily transition from home offices to areas where we can unwind. This means our homes combine function and form and still look beautiful, whether by day or night. Natural materials, such as wood, cane and wicker, help to cultivate a focused mind, while metal framework provides a sense of architectural structure and style.

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3 . NEW Settur Mango Wood Desk Natural | SD3001 | 78 x 120 x 65cm 4 . Timu

Leather Journal Chocolate Brown | TL0012 | A6 11 x 15 | TL0010 | A5 15 x 21 x 1.5cm 5 . NEW Atri Mango Wood & Cane Occasional Chair Natural | AC9701 | 75 x 65 x 70cm

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Objects of Desire Style treasured objects collected over time with beautifully designed vases, candlesticks and decorative pieces. Incorporate a variety of textures from natural terracotta to reclaimed wood, hammered metal and organic glass shapes for an authentic curio display. 1 . Narpala Wide Terracotta Vase NV0601 | Small 15 x 12cm (dia) | NV0602 | Large 19.5 x 16cm (dia) 2 . Narpala Narrow Terracotta Vase NV0501 | Small 16 x 9cm (dia) Large 23 x 18cm (dia)

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3 . Narpala Bottle Terracotta Vase Aged Terracotta | NV0401 | Small 17 x 13cm (dia) | NV0402 |

4 . Oni Brass Printers Drawer Antique Brass | OP2901 | 30 x 60 x 6cm 5. Naryla Lantern Mango Wood & Glass | NL0901 | Large

Hammered Bottle Clear Glass & Antique Brass | CB0801 | Small 15 x 11cm (dia) 7 . Kenda Decorative Globe Natural | KG4502 | Brass Drawers Antique Brass | YD0101 | 27 x 15 x 17cm 9 . Ngolo T-Light Aged Smoke | NT4403 | 16 x 16cm (dia) 10 . Akello

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The Art of Making At Nkuku, we have always been passionate about handmade products. While on our travels throughout Africa and Asia we are constantly inspired and captivated by the natural materials and traditional crafts that are evident in each of the countries. This knowledge plays an important part in the development of our product collections; celebrating the skills and materials from different corners of the world. We love the fact that many of our collections derive from practices and techniques traditionally used to make practical every day products, such as clay pots to store and carry water developed into ornamental pots for the Nkuku collection; age old potting techniques, using small hand-built kilns heated with open fires to create our fair trade Mali pottery; and saddle making techniques now used to create stylish leather journals and accessories. The characters and personalities of the artisans we work with are visible in the pieces they make and their experience and knowledge add to the beauty of our collections. It is easy to

overlook the time and effort invested in a handmade product but if you pause for a moment and absorb the textures and details left by the maker, a sense of awe transpires. We see our suppliers as partners. The handmade process means our collections take time to make, so we have to allow for long lead times, taking into account the many challenges faced. We adhere to the standard globally recognised 10 Principles Of Fair Trade, but have our own procedures for the management of our supply base. We strongly believe trading fairly provides these artisans with an opportunity to build a future. It helps businesses develop and creates sustainable employment.

“The relationship between an artisan and a beautiful handmade piece creates a story and makes each product not a mass market item, but an individually crafted piece.”

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Refined Design Well-designed furniture, clean lines and striking iron framework combine with natural materials for a contemporary kitchen aesthetic. Add soft textiles and contrast with an antique brass floor lamp and decorative accessories with clean silhouettes for an inviting living space, completing the look with a distressed leather statement chair.

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Bar Seating Style an open plan kitchen island with striking bar stools and chairs. For contemporary comfort choose our leather sling back bar chair, for a more rustic or traditional kitchen choose our hand crafted mango wood stools, for a blend of both our bestselling Loko is the perfect fusion of contemporary style and rustic charm. Previous Page: 1 . Tiko Iron & Glass Tall Cabinet

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1 . Narwana Leather Round Stool Chocolate Brown | NS2501 | 75 x 30 x 30cm 2 . Narwana Bar Chair Aged Leather & Iron | NC2001 | 101 x 49 x 40cm 3 . NEW Nirmi Leather Sling Back Bar Chair Charcoal | NC3501 | 110 x 50 x 55cm 4 . Ambi Wooden Stool Natural | AS6401 | Tall 76 x 37 x 33cm 5 . Loko Stool Mango Wood & Rust | LS0602 | Tall 75.5 x 38.5 x 28cm 7 . NEW Sotta Leather Bar Chair Tan | SC3101 | 101 x 42 x 50cm

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Sitting Comfortably A great deal of time is spent around a kitchen or dining table, and it is important to make sure the seating is as comfortable as it is stylish. Our broad selection of dining chairs includes durable and tactile leather with a soft upholstered seat and smooth, hand-carved mango wood with an attractive cane detail. Both these styles fit perfectly with our Fia dining table and create a stylish space to enjoy family suppers or entertain friends. 1 . NEW Yana Mango Wood & Wicker Woven Chair Natural | YC0601 | 77 x 43 x 47cm 2 . Iswa Leather & Rattan Dining Chair Tan | IC4601 | 78 x 52 x 46cm 3 . Ukari

Dining Chair Chocolate Brown | UC1301 | 78 x 46 x 52cm 4 . Narwana Leather Desk Chair Aged Leather & Iron | NC1001 | Nirmi Sling Back Dining Chair Tan | NC3301 | 87 x 50 x 55cm 6 . Ukari Dining Chair Aged Black | UC1101 | 78 x 46 x 52cm Opposite: 7 . Braided Hemp Rug Natural | BR0102 | 200 x 300cm

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Designed for Living Blend the warm hues of antique brass lighting with the clean iron framework of well-designed furniture for a refined look. Bring softness and a sense of comfort with handwoven artwork, tactile rugs and statement leather seating. 1 . NEW Patuli Cotton Woven Wall Art Natural | PW0101 | 120 x 60 x 5cm 2 . Noko Wicker Conical Pendant Natural | NP0803 | Large 57.5 x 50cm (dia)

3 . NEW Muturi Glass Floor Lamp Antique Brass | ML5501 | 147 x 31 x 31cm 4 . Narwana Ribbed Leather Lounger Aged Leather & Iron

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Summer Living Our striking summer collection focuses on light, natural tones, tactile materials and simple, rustic designs – perfect for long alfresco lunches and lazy days in the garden. Define outside spaces for eating and relaxing with characterful tables and benches in reclaimed woods and industrial iron. Relax in style with our mango wood day bed, layered with soft linens for comfort, outdoor planters, and the ambient glow of candlelight.

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Previous Page: 1 . Mohani Lantern Antique Brass | ML3401 | Small 26 x 20cm (dia) 2 . Odee Outdoor Side Table Iron | OT0801 | 40.5 x 40 x 40cm 3 . Odee Outdoor Bench Iron | OB2101 | 72.5 x 130 x 89cm 4 . Moss Stitch Cotton Throw Forest Green | MT4502 | 125 x 180cm 5 . Reclaimed Iron Kadai With Grill Iron | IK0501 | Medium - Approx 55 x 70 - 80cm (dia) 6 . Kaso Lantern Aged Antique Brass | KL0901 | Small 45 x 17 x 17cm | KL0902 | Large 65 x 17 x 17cm

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Jute & Cotton Rug Rust | MR4301 | 60 x 90cm 4 . NEW Kedarpur Rattan Coffee Table Natural | KT5301 | 40 x 80cm (dia) 5 . NEW Malana Recycled Glass Candle Holder Smoke Brown | MC9602 | Medium 12 x 8cm (dia) | MC9603 | Large 14 x 10cm (dia) 6 . NEW Alwar Outdoor Wall Light Antique Brass | AL3401 | 24 x 13 x 26cm 7 . Kajala Cotton Cushion Cover Natural | KC4701 | 50 x 50cm 8 . Kaso Lantern Aged Antique Brass | KL0901 | Small 45 x 17 x 17cm 9 . NEW Nokpul Rattan Armchair Natural | NC3601 | 83 x 55 x 63cm 10 . NEW Hampi Terracotta Tealights (Set of 3) Natural | HT3501 | 4 x 10cm (dia) 11 . NEW Barjora Braided Hemp Bolster Natural | BB9001 | 20 x 60cm

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At Nkuku (Nuh-ku-ku), we create beautifully handmade home and lifestyle products. We work with artisans throughout the world, combining timeless design with traditional skills and natural materials. Whether it’s the makers’ distinctive style, the character of the piece, the inspiration behind its origins, there’s always more to tell than meets the eye. Every product has a story...


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