Welcome to the exclusive AKETEKETE Collection at British D'sire, where Ghanaian craftsmanship meets contemporary design excellence. AKETEKETE is far more than a brand—it is a celebration of artisan heritage, cultural preservation, and the profound beauty found in slow, intentional creation.
The Philosophy of Slow Craft
Founded on a radical belief that craft must remain intimate, grounded, and rooted in human experience, AKETEKETE rejects the speed and uniformity of fast consumer culture. Each object represents generations of knowledge passed through the hands of Ghanaian artisans who are collaborators and cultural bearers—not hidden labourers. Traditional techniques including Bolga weaving, calabash carving, and bead-making are approached with the seriousness of design languages worthy of global dialogue.
Authenticity in Every Detail
AKETEKETE sources natural materials—raffia, clay, calabash, glass—directly from the environments artisan communities know intimately. This creates a rhythm of production where baskets take days to weave and beads require careful firing and cooling. Rather than forcing standardisation, each subtle curve, colour variation, and gentle imperfection becomes a signature of human craftsmanship—never a flaw.
Contemporary Heritage
The collection occupies a sophisticated space where heritage and modernity speak to each other. Avoiding both the cliché of "traditional African craft" and sterile minimalism, AKETEKETE's intentional colour palettes, silhouettes, and material compositions feel elegantly contemporary while honouring authenticity.
Objects with Stories
From sculptural baskets and hand-carved bowls to bespoke jewellery, each AKETEKETE piece resists disposability and offers the intimacy of heirlooms. Discover authentic Ghanaian craftsmanship at British D'sire today.
Welcome to the exclusive AKETEKETE Collection at British D'sire, where Ghanaian craftsmanship meets contemporary design excellence. AKETEKETE is far more than a brand—it is a celebration of artisan heritage, cultural preservation, and the profound beauty found in slow, intentional creation.
The Philosophy of Slow Craft
Founded on a radical belief that craft must remain intimate, grounded, and rooted in human experience, AKETEKETE rejects the speed and uniformity of fast consumer culture. Each object represents generations of knowledge passed through the hands of Ghanaian artisans who are collaborators and cultural bearers—not...
