Ofafa Coffee Table
Handcrafted by Faithfurniture in Upper savanah
The Ofafa Coffee Table is a coffee table handcrafted in Kenya from board and metal. Its two square surfaces sit at offset heights, held apart by a cage of narrow uprights that reads as pattern rather than structure. The making is deliberate and measured, with each bar spaced evenly along the perimeter so the frame keeps a steady rhythm from every angle. Board forms both tiers, cut square with clean edges and a fine, pale grain that runs quietly across the surface. The metal is finished dark, drawn into flat straps at the top and base rails and thin verticals between them. The upper tier oversails its frame slightly, leaving a shadow line beneath the rim, while the lower shelf steps back and inward. Corners are square throughout, and the open sides let light pass straight through the piece. This coffee table suits a living room where a sofa needs an anchor without visual weight. The upper surface holds a vase, a stack of books and a small bowl comfortably. The lower shelf takes the everyday overflow, so remotes, magazines and a lidded box stay in reach but out of the way. It sits well on a woven rug and reads clearly against pale upholstery. Kenyan workshops have long combined timber-based panels with welded steel, a pairing that suits both urban interiors and the way furniture is actually built here. Buying through Kamara connects you directly to that working tradition, and to a maker producing in small numbers rather than at volume.
Price: KES 13,200
Material: board and metal
Dimensions: L 46cm × W 42cm × H 49cm
Availability: In Stock
Category: furniture