Looking for a book to add to your holiday gift list? We have just what you need to add to your Tastemaker Holiday GIfts. Ugandan American Nasozi Kakembo and her debut book, The African Decor Edit: Collecting and Decorating with Heritage Objects, is the perfect gift for the Tastemaker in your life. . Nasozi is the visionary founder, designer, and creative director of xN Studio (“Lifestyle—Without Borders”), an interior design and product design practice launched in Brooklyn & Uganda.
Tastemaker Holiday Gifts: The African Decor Edit: Collecting and Decorating with Heritage Objects,
The African Decor Edit is a passport to explore Africa; Nasozi expertly weaves stories of African artisans, cultural heritage, and the transformative power of ethical sourcing by celebrating 16 Objects from 9 Countries, Ten thoughtfully decorated homes from Ghana to London, Decor Tips, and an Ethical Sourcing Guide. The curated ADE Collection will launch simultaneously with the book, featuring pieces seen in the book and new works.
“I wrote this book to fill a gap, offering in-depth, personal stories about the artisans behind African objects. By sharing these makers’ stories alongside diverse global perspectives and thoughtful homes layered with these wares, I aim to show that African decor can inspire and belong to everyone.”
– Nasozi Kakembo
With a unique blend of Uganda heritage and American upbringing, author Nasozi seamlessly integrates traditional African objects with contemporary aesthetics. Nasozi is recognized for her commitment to international development and women’s economic empowerment, having traveled to 42 countries. She offers readers stunning visual inspiration and insightful narratives emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural integrity. An expert and storyteller, she’s redefining how all can appreciate and incorporate ethically sourced African artistry into any space.
Items to include with a Tastemaker Book Gift Bag:
- Favorite candle and a unique candle holder
- Monogrammed bookmark
- Colorful drink coaster
- Coffee mug or teacup
Nasozi Kakembo is the author of The African Decor Edit: Collecting and Decorating with Heritage Objects — her debut book launches on October 1, 2024, with Abrams Books. Nasozi is the visionary founder, designer, and creative director of xN Studio (“Lifestyle—Without Borders”), an interior design and product design practice launched in Brooklyn, NY, and Kampala, Uganda, in 2011.
With a unique blend of Uganda heritage and American upbringing, Nasozi seamlessly integrates traditional African objects with contemporary aesthetics, garnering global acclaim for deepening the necessity for ethically sourced African wares as decor. Nasozi has over a decade of experience in international development across Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, and South America; having traveled to 42 countries, she brings deep, authoritative knowledge to her work. Nasozi holds a BS in Art History focusing on Architecture and African Art and an MSc in Urban Planning. As an expert and a storyteller, Nasozi Kakembo redefines how all can collect, appreciate, and incorporate African artistry into sacred spaces, from homes to commercial spaces.
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