This room is massive by Nairobi, hell, Kenyan standards.

You could literally divide it into two and still have a decent space.

But the thing with lots of space is that it can also be challenging to style.

This Pinterest board is where it all began. I think I started with one leather piece and it just grew from there.

It was a toss-up between the Olive and Deep Dragon from Plascon. I’m usually drawn to darker colours so choosing Olive felt like a massive risk, but I thought it paired really well with Antique Petal, a Cultured Cow favourite.

I’m quite pleased with it actually. And thankfully, the client is too. Bed – client’s own; leather bench and side tables – Santana Africa; carpet – Classy & Elegance; desk lamps and wall bracket – Meydan Lightings; custom tapestry – The Macrame Project; chandelier – client’s mom’s

Mix and match bed and night stands are such a vibe, and these mid-century modern-inspired ones by Santana Africa provide extra storage for bits and pieces. Basket – Erika’s Antique.

Seriously, how gorgeous are they?! I love how the different shades of brown complement each other. And brushed brass finish on that desk lamp? Ugh! Lamp and wall bracket – Meydan Lightings; bedding & pillows – Smartlady Home. (just noticed the cables I forgot to position neatly, * eye roll *)

I’m genuinely obsessed with these lamps. They have such a vintage vibe to them. Lamp – Meydan Lightings; Bath & Body Works candle – Treasured Scents.

I don’t think I’ve ever styled a room and failed to use candles. I love their warmth, the look of a flickering flame, and fragrance. Everyone needs this. Candle – Treasured Scents.

I’d been looking for “choppable” pillows for so long, then Smartlady Home came through and my life will never be the same again. And how about that boho-inspired lumbar pillow? Also from Smartlady Home.

Had this custom macrame wall hanging made by The Macrame Project. I’ve never styled with macrame before but my mom used to make macrame accessories when I was a kid and this brought back memories of that. Say hello to boho-chic meets mid-century modern with that dope light! Wall bracket – Meydan Lightings.

I was hella scared that this bench wouldn’t turn out exactly how I’d envisioned it, but Santana Africa did the damn thing, as always! Basket – Erika’s Antique; white throw – Ushanga Store; carpet – Classy & Elegance. Finding a variety of unique carpets in this Nairobi is my current headache. It feels like everyone brings the same stuff so carpet suppliers, I’m begging you, give. us. variety.

I can hear Lil’ Wayne singing “My leather so soft, my top so soft…”. Can you hear it too? No? Anyway, enjoy that detail. I was floored! 100% Kenyan leather bench – Santana Africa.

I love the view from this side, it’s almost like a different space once you look away from the dark green feature wall. Peep that dresser and mirror!

Custom mirror – Daniel, he’s legit (0723 465 263). Tell him I sent you. Snake plant and planter – Dashing Spaces.

I put these boots here for no other reason than to create a cute styling moment. And I like it.

100% obsessed with Santana Africa’s work. Those rods at the bottom are everything!

Seriously, is there a single colour that doesn’t look good with gold or brass accents? See how those handles elevate the green paint job on that dresser? Now looking to use matte black hardware, that would be dope.

Would’ve loved a bigger desk since the framed print above it is so large, but who says everything has to be perfect, right? Desk – Muundo KE; chair – Odds & Ends; leather pillow – HBG By Azaria; print framing & installation – Wycliffe – 0720 179 930; faux sheepskin rug – Harvey Store KE.

I really like the mid-century modern vibe of this desk though. And storage is always, always a win. Retro alarm clock – Eclectic Decor KE; picture frame – TACC.

Nice and different, right? I’m really feeling that feature wall and I hope feature walls never go out of style.