Artist
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Yinka Ilori
Series 5
Yinka Ilori
Yinka Ilori is a London-based designer who upcycles vintage furniture inspired by the traditional Nigerian parables and African fabrics from his childhood. He believes that art is a narrative and color is a language that spread the story of his Nigerian heritage and culture. With each custom-made piece inspired by a parable, Ilori restores new life and purpose to reclaimed materials.
Exhibitions/Commissions:
- Design Salon with Yinka Ilori, Now Gallery, London, UK 2017
- Belong. Here. Now., AirBnb x Design Miami, Miami, USA 2015
- This Is Where It Started, A Whitespace Gallery, Lagos, Nigeria 2014