About Ololo Handmade

Ololo Handmade was born from a passion for thoughtful design, skilled craftsmanship, and creating furniture that tells a story.

Founder Joanna Chapman studied Furniture & Interior Design in Australia and spent many years working alongside architects and designers in Brisbane and the Northern Rivers of NSW.

The Chapman family eventually moved to Kenya and purchased and converted an old family home to become a safari lodge. Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm is nestled on the edge of Nairobi National Park and the Mbagathi River, with wonderful views over the park and to the Ngong Hills in the west.

Over the years, Joanna has designed, and our talented fundi carpenters have handcrafted, many of the distinctive furniture pieces found throughout the lodge. Each piece reflecting a balance of uniqueness, functionality, and craftsmanship.

At the heart of Ololo Handmade is our team of fundi carpenters — Peter, Charles, Elijah, Emmanuel and others — whose combined skills, creativity, and dedication bring each design to life. Together, they transform sustainably sourced timber and natural materials into unique furniture pieces, crafted to last for generations.

Today, Ololo Handmade creates bespoke furniture for homes, lodges, hospitality spaces, and commercial projects. We look forward to creating beautiful, enduring furniture for your home and space!