The African Decor Edit: Collecting and Decorating with Heritage Objects

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“The definitive book for collecting and decorating with ethically sourced African wares.” (Essence)
Travel with Ugandan American designer Nasozi Kakembo as she explores iconic home goods—from Malian mudcloth to Moroccan rugs—at the source and offers thoughtful guidance on collecting and decorating with traditional African treasures.
Through xN Studio, her interior design and product design practice, Nasozi collaborates with artisans throughout Africa, and hers is the rare design book that delves into the origin and meaning behind the furnishings and accessories shown. Each chapter presents artisans in their home countries, telling their stories in their own words.
The book also demonstrates the beauty of African decor, with a collection of inspiring, layered interiors from all over the world. The African Decor Edit is a must-have for all who admire African wares and wish to decorate with them in a thoughtful and ethical way.
The African Decor Edit is not only a gorgeous coffee table book, ready to display and gift. Thanks to author Nasozi Kakembo’s deep knowledge of ethically sourced and aesthetically elevated heritage wares, it’s a must-have volume for any collector of African home goods.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harry N. Abrams
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 1, 2024
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1419768239
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1419768231
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.04 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.8 x 1.15 x 10.3 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #207,450 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #663 in Home Decorating (Books) #964 in Antiques & Collectibles (Books) #1,289 in Design & Decorative Arts
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Customers find the book informative, with great insight and research into its subject matter. They appreciate its representation of African home designs, and one customer notes it shares heritage and origin stories.