At the centre of the Culture & Craft collection are two of Ozwald Boateng’s signature motifs, the Tribal pattern and the Kente pattern, both deeply rooted in African visual tradition and reinterpreted through his modern design lens.

The signature Tribal pattern is a refined evolution of traditional African cloth. It reflects centuries of craftsmanship, symbolism, and cultural pride. In this collection, it becomes a tactile design language, brought to life through a groundbreaking hand embossing technique developed in close collaboration with Poltrona Frau. It took over six months of experimentation to perfect the process, one that allows the pattern to rise organically from the surface of Pelle Frau® Nubuck leather, giving each piece depth, presence, and a sense of spiritual protection.

The signature Kente pattern used throughout the collection draws inspiration from the sacred ceremonial cloth of the Ashanti and Akan people of Ghana. Once worn only by royalty, Kente has always carried layered meanings through its colours and geometry. Boateng’s interpretation distils this legacy into a graphic print applied across furniture, wallpaper, and accessories. Every line and hue is considered, from the vibrant greens symbolising growth, to purples representing healing and protection.

These are not decorative flourishes. They are design statements, cultural symbols reimagined for contemporary living. Each pattern carries forward Ozwald Boateng’s mission, to express identity, spirit, and power through colour, craft, and form.