There are a variety of traditional boats found throughout the Swahili region mainly used for fishing and transport.

The iconic triangular lateen sail of dhows along the coast is a wonderful sight, one that has changed little over the
last 2,000yrs. Traditional boats are instinctly linked with the Swahili culture and the people who live here.

The Ngalawa an unmistakable sailing outrigger canoe plying lagoons, creeks and near shore waters being a
traditional dhow with a pointed bow and square stern – built from planks of wood being nailed and bound together
by various methods. This design of vessel has its origins in Oman, and due to the seaworthiness of the vessel,
availability of materials, the ease of maintenance, and the efficiency of the lanteen sail, construction and use of these
boats has spread throughout the Indian Ocean.

After years of use the fishermen have no option but to leave the unusable dhows to rot on the shores of the Indian
Ocean. We buy the old abandoned dhows from the artisanal fisherman along the coast of Kenya thus supporting the
local economy.

With this beautiful weather beaten wood we create unique rustic and modern designs. All our col lectable Lamps,
Shelves and cof fee tables capture the rich authentic feel of the history of the Indian Ocean!

Our passion is to salvage and re-create the old dhow into an exquisite piece of furniture. A piece of art which has a
story to tell…something that will touch your soul…something that will be treasured forever!