NKUKU stands not only for exceptionally stylish craftsmanship, quality and fair trade, but also for an exemplary environmentally friendly company. At its core is the principle that the environment is helped more sustainably by reusing things wisely rather than creating them anew. An important principle for Nkuku is to work with suppliers who are at the beginning of their fair trade process. Fair trade offers these artisans the opportunity to build a future. It helps the companies to develop and creates sustainable jobs.
Nkuku’s founders, Alistair and Alexandra Cooke, are from the United Kingdom. During their year-long sabbatical, the couple met many talented people while traveling and working in India, Vietnam and Indonesia. They came to the realization that they wanted to support these people, with their amazing abilities, challenging circumstances and limited opportunities, in the future.