Colors that speak culture

The original Iklwa Chair was dyed in ultramarine blue — a color personally meaningful to the designer. But for the commercial release, Collins chose two bold options:

• White with oil finish, more classic and versatile

• Vibrant orange, inspired by the earthy tones of African landscapes, like the iconic red clay found south of the Sahara.

That orange hue is more than just a color — it’s a visual tribute to the land, to ancestry, and to the strength of Afro contemporary design.

Local, conscious production

Collins was also intentional about how the chair is made. By partnering with UK-based Benchmark, he ensured an ethical and transparent production process — no exploitation, no shortcuts.

“It felt right to work with a UK manufacturer, rather than exporting production to a place where cheap (and possibly unfair) labor is the norm,” Collins told Dezeen.

Iklwa Chair is about identity

Here’s the coolest part: the Iklwa Chair is more than furniture. It’s an expression of Mac Collins’ Afro-diasporic identity. It’s a visual statement about heritage, culture, and belonging. And that’s exactly what makes it stand out in any space.

If you’re into design with meaning, aesthetics with personality, and furniture that tells a story — the Iklwa Collection deserves a spotlight in your living room (or even in your heart).