The story of Siafu is one of collaboration and tradition materialized in colorful pieces for the table. The brand was born out of a friendship between Gladys Macharia, a Nairobi-based designer seeking to preserve Kenyan craftsmanship practices, and Niccola Milnes, a Canadian Vermonter with a passion for homewares who once called Nairobi home. Siafu, meaning “ant” in Swahili, epitomizes the role of women in community building. Working with Kenyan artisans and responsibly-sourced materials, the brand embraces slowness with an approach that is thoughtful and rooted in sustainability.