Nkuku

We (Ali and Alex) met in London. Ali was working in Corporate Finance and after a brief stint in Interiors I had just completed some voluntary work in Kenya when we decided to head off on around the world trip – this was in 2002.  First stop east Africa. From the outset we were inspired and humbled by the artisans we met and felt there was something we could do to work and support the artisans as well as providing a business opportunity for ourselves. Our passion for the environment and fair-trade practices as well as an interest in traditional crafts and interiors, combined to form the basis for Nkuku.

The original business plan was jotted down on the back of a paperback on a beach, and the name Nkuku was borrowed from a village we passed through in Zambia. The plan focused on the same core values that are maintained to this day: Ethical, Eco-Friendly and Handmade.

Our Story Ali and Alex crossed paths in London back in 2002 and set off on a global adventure, driven by their shared passion for exploring new destinations. Along the way, as they traveled through regions such as East Africa and India, they interacted with local craftsmen, leading them to a decision to promote traditional art forms by establishing their own business. READ MORE
Natural, Ethical, Crafted Nkuku prioritizes reducing our impact on the environment by purposefully selecting natural, reclaimed, and recycled materials. We emphasize the importance of supporting traditional skills by building ethical and open relationships with our partners, aiming for mutual prosperity. READ MORE
Sustainability & Ethics The idea of ecological sustainability was initially introduced in the 1987 Brundtland Report. This report characterized sustainable development as the means of fulfilling current requirements without jeopardizing future generations' capacity to fulfill their own needs.. READ MORE

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Nkuku Hansika Mango Wood Frame Natural 5x7 now £32 £40
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Nkuku Matu Candle Holder Antique Patina Large now £12 £15
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Nkuku Rustic Soy Blend Pillar Candle Rust Small now £16 £20
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Nkuku Kaia Jute and Cotton Cushion Cover Rust now £36 £45
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Nkuku Sia Lantern Medium now £76 £95
Nkuku Reyna Chopping Board Brown Marble now £36 £45
Nkuku Miza Glass Vase Large Smoke now £40 £50
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Nkuku Malia Serving Bowl Cream now £40 £50
Nkuku Neela Mango Wood Pendant Natural now £300 £375
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Nkuku Gili Linen Cushion Cover 40 x 60cm now £60 £75
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Nkuku Gavivi Mango Wood Bowl now £48 £60
Nkuku Kai Mug Grey now £12 £15
Nkuku Nalbari Chopping Board Small now £28 £35
Nkuku Dhanuk Ceramic Cereal Bowl Cream now £14.40 £18
Nkuku Ellam Recycled Glass Bottle Vase Large now £22.50 £45
Nkuku Yanis Rattan Photo Frame 5x7 now £28 £35
Nkuku Indigo Drop Cup & Saucer now £18 £22.50
Nkuku Malia Cup & Saucer Cream now £22.40 £28
Nkuku Kalai Ceramic Organic Shape Vase Natural now £38.50 £55
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Nkuku Arici Bowl Sand now £12 £15
Nkuku Kandy Wool & Cotton Cushion Cover Dusty Pink 60x40cm now £44 £55
Nkuku Sadra Rattan Log Basket Natural now £100 £125
Nkuku Narlu Window Box Planter now £66.50 £95
Nkuku Chunni Chopping Board Natural Mango Wood 38x15 now £20 £25
Nkuku Gili Linen Cushion Cover 50 x 50cm now £60 £75
Nkuku Ilcoso Recycled Hammered Glass Storage Pot now £20 £25
Nkuku Akari Jute and Cotton Rug 150x240cm now £236 £295
Nkuku Santosa Wine Glass Clear now £20 £25
Nkuku Nahan Moss Stitch Cotton Throw Rust now £76 £95
Nkuku Kobbari Jute and Cotton Cushion Cover Moss Green now £42 £60
Nkuku Hanwa Reclaimed Wood Traditional Storage Pot now £52 £65
Nkuku Akari Jute and Cotton Rug 120x180cm now £156 £195
Nkuku Hansika Mango Wood Frame Natural 8x10 now £48 £60
Nkuku Aarushu Napkin Rings Natural Set of 4 now £14 £20
Nkuku Gavivi Mango Wood Bowl Large now £52 £65
Nkuku Odisha Natural & Charcoal Linen Throw now £105 £150
Nkuku Rustic Soy Blend Pillar Candle Charcoal Small now £16 £20
Nkuku Avisa Mango Wood Bedside Table Lamp now £76 £95
Nkuku Netra Rattan Basket Natural now £76 £95
Nkuku Maram Cheese Knife Set 3 Natural & Gold now £36 £45
Nkuku Akila Mango Wood Tray Natural now £76 £95
Nkuku Tharad Recycled Glass Candle Holder Tall now £32 £40
Nkuku Kagitha Noko Wicker Dome Pendant now £220 £275
Nkuku Malia Jug Cream Large now £32 £40
Nkuku Tharad Recycled Glass Candle Holder Small now £20 £25
Nkuku Karuma Ceramic Side Plate now £16 £20
Nkuku Yanis Rattan Photo Frame 8x10 now £40 £50
Nkuku Sigiri Tall Wine Glass Clear now £10 £12.50
Nkuku Deuli Linen Cushion Cover now £44 £55
Nkuku Shanaya Mottled Glass Chandelier Antique Bronze now £520 £650
Nkuku Shalena Lantern now £144 £180
Nkuku Rustic Soy Blend Pillar Candle White Large now £24 £30
Nkuku Visla Glass Clear now £11 £13.75
Nkuku Santosa Champagne Glass Clear now £15.75 £22.50
Nkuku Avyn Recycled Glass Candle Holder Smoke Amber Small now £22.40 £28
Nkuku Galago Bathroom Wall Lamp Antique Brass now £120 £150
Nkuku Kobbari Jute and Cotton Cushion Cover Rust now £48 £60
Nkuku Kiara Organic Shape Ceramic Pendant Light now £168 £210
Nkuku Feo Linen Cushion Cover Charcoal Square now £56 £70
Nkuku Ama Cup & Saucer Splatter now £18 £22.50
Nkuku Givivi Mango Wood Stand Small now £48 £60
Nkuku Sanee Table Cloth Small now £64 £80
Nkuku Otoro Glass Pendant Small Oval now £120 £150
Nkuku Visranti Lantern Black now £59.50 £85
Nkuku Feo Linen Cushion Cover Natural Square now £56 £70
Nkuku Anjuna Reactive Glaze Bowl White Large now £48 £60
Nkuku Ellam Recycled Glass Bottle Vase Small now £28 £35
Nkuku Odisha Linen Cushion Cover Charcoal & Natural Square now £56 £70
Nkuku Noko Natural Wicker Round Pendant now £180 £225
Nkuku Kamtha Water Hyacinth Tray Large now £36 £45
Nkuku Sikkim Marble & Recycled Glass Tealight Holder Clear now £24 £30
Nkuku Edina Recycled Glass Table Lamp Clear Small now £112 £140
Nkuku Dhanuk Ceramic Side Plate Cream now £14.40 £18
Nkuku Dia Jute Lampshade Natural Small now £28 £35
Nkuku Ama Dinner Plate now £18 £22.50
Nkuku Ama Jug now £32 £40
Nkuku Ama Side Plate now £14.40 £18
Nkuku Cali Side Plate Earth Blue now £10.80 £18 Out of stock
Nkuku Indus Wooden Bowl Small now £32 £40
Nkuku Kitto Storage Jar Small now £24 £30 Out of stock
Nkuku Ama Bowl now £14.40 £18
Nkuku Ama Serving Bowl Splatter Small now £36 £45
Nkuku Karuma Small Ceramic Jug now £20 £25
Nkuku Adar Mango Wood Bowl now £36 £45 Out of stock
Nkuku Dantri Jute & Cotton Cushion Cover 60x40cm now £44 £55 Out of stock
Nkuku Madu Pendant now £96 £120
Nkuku Chapad Hemp Wide Wall Hung Basket Small now £24 £30 Out of stock
Nkuku Nahan Moss Stitch Cotton Throw Stone now £76 £95 Out of stock
Nkuku Karuma Large Ceramic Jug now £32 £40
Nkuku Varanisi Wide Glass Table Lamp now £122.50 £175 Out of stock
Nkuku Almora Arched Mirror - Small £325 Online Exclusive

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