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 Taja Wine Glass Sea Blue £13.75
Nkuku Anali Mango Wood Coasters £30
Nkuku Inkollu Wall Hung Basket Aged Brass £25
Nkuku Almora Arched Mirror - Small £325 Online Exclusive
Nkuku Sadra Rattan Log Basket Natural £125
Nkuku Akari Jute and Cotton Rug 150x240cm £295
Nkuku Akari Jute and Cotton Rug 120x180cm £195
Nkuku Chaipat Candlestick Antique Brass Medium £45
Nkuku Matu Candle Holder Antique Patina Large £15
Nkuku Nahan Moss Stitch Cotton Throw Rust £95
Nkuku Kandy Wool & Cotton Cushion Cover Dusty Pink Square £55
Nkuku Kandy Wool & Cotton Cushion Cover Dusty Pink 60x40cm £55
Nkuku Hanwa Reclaimed Wood Traditional Storage Pot £65
Nkuku Tharad Recycled Glass Candle Holder Tall £40
Nkuku Tharad Recycled Glass Candle Holder Small £25
Nkuku Konara Glass Tealight Holder Copper Smoke Large £45
Nkuku Matu Candle Holder Antique Patina Small £12
Nkuku Netra Rattan Basket Natural £95
Nkuku Elagalu Pine Cone Candle Stick Rust Set of 2 £22.50
Nkuku Kalini Mug Green Extra Large £18
Nkuku Akila Mango Wood Tray Natural £95
Nkuku Mane Measuring Cups Brushed Gold £50
Nkuku Gavivi Mango Wood Bowl Large £65
Nkuku Gavivi Mango Wood Bowl Small £45
Nkuku Rustic Soy Blend Pillar Candle Rust Small £20
Nkuku Rustic Soy Blend Pillar Candle Rust Large £30
Nkuku Tanda Etched Statement Table Lamp Extra Large £250
Nkuku Sanee Placemat Set of 2 £20
Nkuku Tussi Sia Cushion Cover £75
Nkuku Arici Bowl Sand £15
Nkuku Maram Cheese Knife Set 3 Natural & Gold £45
Nkuku Recycled Glass Cake Dome 23x34cm £85
Nkuku Ena Cheese Knife Set 2 Brushed Gold £40
Nkuku Indigo Drop Teapot Cream & Indigo £45
Nkuku Kai Mug Grey £15
Nkuku Reyna Chopping Board Brown Marble £45
Nkuku Sanee Table Cloth Small £80
Nkuku Visla Glass Clear £13.75
Nkuku Karuma Ceramic Side Plate £20
Nkuku Malia Dinner Plate Cream £22.50
Nkuku Malia Cup & Saucer Cream £28
Nkuku Yala Hammered Glass Clear £12.50
Nkuku Ama Cup & Saucer Splatter £22.50
Nkuku Indigo Drop Dinner Plate Cream & Indigo £22.50
Nkuku Chameli Mango Wood Table Lamp Natural £150
Nkuku Neela Mango Wood Pendant Natural £375
Nkuku Kagitha Recycled Glass Statement Chandelier Antique Brass & Clear £650
Nkuku Shanaya Mottled Glass Chandelier Antique Bronze £650
Nkuku Hansika Mango Wood Frame Natural 5x7 £40
Nkuku Shalena Lantern £180
Nkuku Mannu Cotton and Hemp Wall Hung Basket Large £35
Nkuku Mannu Cotton and Hemp Wall Hung Basket Small £30
Nkuku Kaia Jute and Cotton Cushion Cover Rust £45
Nkuku Kobbari Jute and Cotton Cushion Cover Rust £60
Nkuku Kuma Jute and Cotton Cushion Cover Rust £45
Nkuku Avyn Recycled Glass Candle Holder Smoke Amber Small £28
Nkuku Avyn Recycled Glass Candle Holder Smoke Amber Large £40
Nkuku Rustic Soy Blend Large Pillar Candle 15x8cm £30
Nkuku Rustic Soy Blend Pillar Candle Charcoal Small £20
Nkuku Sigiri Tall Wine Glass Clear £12.50
Nkuku Sigiri Champagne Glass Clear £12.50
Nkuku Santosa Wine Glass Clear £25
Nkuku Malia Side Plate Cream £18
Nkuku Malia Bowl Cream £18
Nkuku Malia Mug Cream 380ml £12.50
Nkuku Dia Jute Lampshade Ink from £35
Nkuku Rustic Soy Blend Pillar Candle White Large £30
Nkuku Mango Wood Pizza Board 59x46x2cm £60
Nkuku Namuna Mango Wood Tray Natural £60
Nkuku Nalbari Chopping Board Small £35
Nkuku Deuli Linen Cushion Cover £55
Nkuku Gili Linen Cushion Cover 50 x 50cm £75
Nkuku Gili Linen Cushion Cover 40 x 60cm £75
Nkuku Faiyaz Jute & Cotton Cushion Cover 50 x 50cm £65
Nkuku Faiyaz Jute & Cotton Cushion Cover 40 x 60cm £65
Nkuku Chunni Chopping Board Natural Mango Wood 38x15 £25
Nkuku Kamtha Water Hyacinth Tray Large £45
Nkuku Ellam Recycled Glass Bottle Vase Small £35
Nkuku Kalai Ceramic Organic Shape Vase £85
Nkuku Malia Serving Bowl Cream £50
Nkuku Kiara Organic Shape Ceramic Pendant Light £210
Nkuku Avisa Mango Wood Bedside Table Lamp £95
Nkuku Dia Jute Lampshade Natural Small £35
Nkuku Indu Wooden Frame Mango Wood 50x35cm £70
Nkuku Drishti Oval Iron Mirror Small £250
Nkuku Sia Lantern Medium £95
Nkuku Sia Lantern Large £125
Nkuku Yanis Rattan Photo Frame 5x7 £35
Nkuku Yanis Rattan Photo Frame 8x10 £50
Nkuku Galago Bathroom Wall Lamp Antique Brass £150
Nkuku Galago Bathroom Wall Lamp Antique Bronze £150
Nkuku Yongana Jute Pattern Lampshade Medium £60
Nkuku Konnie Bathroom Wall Lamp Globe Clear £110
Nkuku Edina Recycled Glass Table Lamp Clear Small £140
Nkuku Edina Recycled Glass Table Lamp Clear Large £195
Nkuku Edina Recycled Glass Table Lamp Smoke Brown Small £140
Nkuku Sikkim Marble & Recycled Glass Tealight Holder Clear £30
Nkuku Sikkim Marble & Recycled Glass Lantern Clear £60
Nkuku Givivi Mango Wood Stand Small £60
Nkuku Ilcoso Recycled Hammered Glass Storage Pot £25
Nkuku Dhanuk Ceramic Cereal Bowl Cream £18
Nkuku Dhanuk Ceramic Side Plate Cream £18
Nkuku Indigo Drop Cup & Saucer £22.50
Nkuku Malia Jug Cream Large £40
Nkuku Malia Jug Cream Small £18
Nkuku Ilcoso Recycled Hammered Glass Soap Dispenser £25
Nkuku Kiaan Reclaimed Traditional Wood Wide Pot £75
Nkuku Feo Linen Cushion Cover Charcoal Square £70
Nkuku Odisha Linen Cushion Cover Charcoal & Natural Square £70
Nkuku Anjuna Reactive Glaze Bowl White Large £60
Nkuku Feo Linen Cushion Cover Natural Square £70
Nkuku Fali Glass Tumbler Blue £8.75
Nkuku Chandani Glass Tumbler Short £8.75
Nkuku Anara Etched Wine Glass £12.50
Nkuku Anara Etched Tumbler Clear Large Glass £11.25
Nkuku Ama Dinner Plate £22.50
Nkuku Ama Side Plate £18
Nkuku Mila Gin Glass Dark Emerald £17.50
Nkuku Karuma Ceramic Cereal Bowl Blue & White £18
Nkuku Otoro Glass Pendant Small Oval £150
Nkuku Mila Wine Glass Clear £13.75
Nkuku Indigo Drop Side Plate £18
Nkuku Indus Wooden Bowl Small £40
Nkuku Chara Hammered Bottle Large £30
Nkuku Indigo Drop Jug £45
Nkuku Indigo Drop Serving Bowl Medium £50
Nkuku Ama Jug £40
Nkuku Ama Bowl £18
Nkuku Noko Natural Wicker Round Pendant £225
Nkuku Yakira Mirror £225
Nkuku Ama Serving Bowl Splatter Small £45
Nkuku Karuma Small Ceramic Jug £25
Nkuku Karuma Large Ceramic Jug £40
Nkuku Nahan Moss Stitch Cotton Throw Stone £95 Out of stock
Nkuku Adar Mango Wood Bowl £45 Out of stock
Nkuku Dantri Jute & Cotton Cushion Cover 60x40cm £55 Out of stock
Nkuku Chapad Hemp Wide Wall Hung Basket Small £30 Out of stock
Nkuku Miza Glass Vase Large Smoke £50 Out of stock
Nkuku Kitto Storage Jar Small £30 Out of stock
Nkuku Iba Indigo Idha Hurricane Lantern Straight £50 Out of stock
Nkuku Visranti Lantern Black now £42.50 £85
Nkuku Kobbari Jute and Cotton Cushion Cover Moss Green now £30 £60
Nkuku Kalai Ceramic Organic Shape Vase Natural now £27.50 £55
Nkuku Santosa Champagne Glass Clear now £11.25 £22.50
Nkuku Santosa Sherry Glass Clear now £7 £14
Nkuku Ellam Recycled Glass Bottle Vase Large now £22.50 £45
Nkuku Narlu Window Box Planter now £47.50 £95
Nkuku Odisha Natural & Charcoal Linen Throw now £75 £150
Nkuku Madu Pendant now £96 £120
Nkuku Cali Side Plate Earth Blue now £10.80 £18 Out of stock
Nkuku Varanisi Wide Glass Table Lamp now £122.50 £175 Out of stock

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