Venturing into her apartment in the surburbs of Nairobi, the elevator transports visitors to a home that resonates with eclecticism.
Reflecting her extensive travels and profound pride in her African heritage, Nallah, although having studied in France and the United Kingdom, exudes a cultural richness beyond her Kenyan surroundings.
Her three-bedroom apartment was modern and chic and spacious. The white painted walls were a perfect canvas for her art and accessories.
In her living room, traditional norms blend seamlessly with a cosmopolitan flair. With no conventional dining table, a vast exotic hide skin, intricately designed, takes center stage.
Nallah, drawing from her Malian roots, explains the preference for large mats, fostering a familial atmosphere for bonding and dining.
Her vibrant living space boasts a sink-in sofa adorned with lively, Ankara fabric cushions, each narrating a tale from diverse African cultures, such as Baazar from Ivory Coast and Kinte from Ghana.
Her personal style shines through in her wardrobe choices - from her distinctive African outfits paired with jeans to mismatched bronze and cowrie shell earrings, Nallah defies the ordinary. A tour of her dressing room reveals a treasure trove of jewellery from her African travels, meticulously displayed on wall-to-wall open shelves.
The allure continues into her vanity mirror-laden makeup haven, inviting one to sit and indulge in the artistry. Nallah's bedroom is a haven of comfort, with a colossal wood-carved bed from Nigeria, adorned with colourful beddings and a rag from Morocco, creating a summer paradise.
Adjacent to her bedroom, a balcony gym reflects her commitment to fitness.
Nallah is the embodiment of a softly spoken fashionista, a remarkable makeup artist emanating a gentle yet resilient energy.
Her home is a perfect reflection and collection of Afrocentrism..
- For a deeper dive into Nallah's Sangare's world, catch this captivating episode on KTN Home's Art Of Living YouTube channel.