Textiles: Banke Kuku Queen of Colour

Banke Kuku [Nigeria]

[Image credit: Victorian Chairs – Banke Kuku]

Inspired by a fusion of African and western culture Banke Kuku, is a luxury interiors and textiles company that specialises in innovative printed and woven textiles. Nigerian born and London-based; creative director and founder Banke Kuku draws on her culture and heritage to create bespoke patterns and textiles rich with colour and texture. Her textiles have been used in the collections of some of the world’s leading designers including Duro Olowu, Jasmine di Milo, Burberry; and more recently Jewel by Lisa Spring/Summer 2012, which I previously featured here. Following a show in Milan, Banke has now introduced a luxury interiors line to her eponymous label and features traditional European furniture upholstered with the vibrant and intricately patterned fabrics that she creates.  Currently retailing in London’s Selfridges is Banke Kuku’s inspired range of cushions featuring bold digital prints in distinctive clashing colours and textures.

[Image credit: Foot Stools; and Cushions – Banke Kuku]

Additional details:
Cushions on Selfridges priced at: £169 
For further information about Banke Kuku visit: www.bankekuku.com
To purchase cushions on Selfridges visit: www.selfridges.com