moving craft forward

A full - service crafts research and product development studio, specializing in the design, development + sourcing of textiles, apparel and accessories rooted in Nigerian craft.

WHAT WE DO

what we do

We make it possible for curious creatives, creative teams and tastemakers to engage with Nigerian craft in a respectful and equitable way.

Our mission is to help creatives and creative teams with new perspectives on Nigerian craft translate their creative vision into everyday objects that keep these crafts top of mind in popular consciousness and institutional memory.

WHO WE SERVE

Atelier Onikan supports creatives who bring new perspectives to African heritage craftsmanship — innovating on, evolving, reimagining, and repurposing it into product offerings that keep these crafts relevant, useful, and top of mind globally

Some of the creatives, brands, retailers and institutions we have worked with include : Paramount Pictures, Lagos Space Programme, Mavin Records, Alara, Waf., Post - Imperial, Obida, Kenneth Izé, Eki Kere, Christie Brown, Loza Maleombho & the Institute of Black Imagination.

moving craft forward

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