In today’s fast-paced world, much of design has lost its connection to place, culture, and meaning. At Huema, we’re bringing that connection back—by blending cultural intelligence with modern design thinking to create timeless, impactful work.
Founded by Kenneth Kanaabi, Huema is a multidisciplinary design studio working across product design, interiors, brand identity, and spatial storytelling.
We collaborate with bold thinkers—brands, entrepreneurs, hoteliers, creatives—who believe that great design should not only look good, but also feel right, tell a story, and stand the test of time.
Our name, Huema, comes from two words:
Hue — the essence of color, emotion, and creativity.
Ma — short for materiality & making, the physical stuff that connects design to the real world.
Together, they reflect our belief in design that is both expressive and grounded—informed by culture, place, and purpose
Our philosophy
Contextuality and Materiality—guides everything we do.
We ask: What stories are we building on? What materials belong here? Who is this for? Every project becomes a bridge between heritage and innovation, between Africa and the world.
Huema aims to redefine African design as a source of global inspiration.
