Objects, Memory & Cultural Record

A curated destination for Black design-forward home goods. Where craft, culture &  intentional support come together to highlight the magic of our community.

Our Values

Good things, made well. For All, By US.

We champion independent Black makers, celebrate the breadth of the diaspora, and present goods meant to live well in beautiful homes for years and generations to come.

Our Commitment

 building a marketplace with intention.

We value craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and thoughtful living. We seek out makers, materials, and objects that honor heritage while pushing design forward.

MEET the MAKERS

Set 01 // The Inaugural Spotlight Class

Our first group of makers, with more spotlights every season.

Showcasing the Work

Independent Creators, Designer Collaborations and Emerging Makers

Shop the Makers

Pieces from the designers and makers in our spotlights.

We may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page. It never changes the price you pay or what we feature. Read our disclosures

Checkout the Creator Spotlights

design focused notes that dive a little deeper into the wonderful minds of the spring .summer spotlights

click the image to link to the notes.issue 01

BLACK DESIGN in PRINT

SHOP the SPACE

Inspired by the artwork North Star, 2023 by Corinne Slade, a warm layered living room filled with beautiful additions to any space.

Amber Shelter Back Sofa (M.T.O)

Weaver Wall Sconce

Parable Pillow Sand

Small square ottoman

Kida Lounge in Multi-color

Kave Coffee Table

Scent No.2 - FSB

Knox Checkerboard Rug 

Kali Wallpaper

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Shop the Space, North Star Living Room: collage of the pieces in the room

SHOP the SPACE 01

Wallcovering

Bantu Baddie Vase

Pendant

Paint

Sofa

Pillow

Rug

Bench

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Shop the Space 002, Sisters Back Living Room: collage of the pieces in the room

SHOP the SPACE 02

Recipes, art, poems and stories from across the African diaspora, gathered by Bryant Terry.

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Tropical cocktails made modern by rum expert Shannon Mustipher. Vacation in a glass.

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Marcus Samuelsson celebrates Black cooks and the dishes that shaped American food.

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Five generations of Black Appalachian cooks, their stories and the recipes they passed down.

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Bronx-born Ghetto Gastro serves up bold recipes with a side of culture and activism.

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Black Forager Alexis Nikole Nelson on finding food in the wild, plus vegan recipes to cook it.

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A short, warm read on Black food, feeding each other and the art of coming together.

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Toni Tipton-Martin brings back two centuries of African American recipes, from everyday to fancy.

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Cocktails pulled from two centuries of African American cookbooks. History you can pour.

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Fall reset

Bedding, lighting, accents and outdoor. Decor to welcome Autumn.

Run, Don't Walk

On sale and on clearance, so grab it before it’s gone.

from ER STUDIO

The first collection from ER studio. Made to live with.

ER Shelterback Sofa

WORK with US

On the Table we’re building.

Whether you’re an emerging maker or an established studio, we’d love to see the work you’re creating.

Homepage: Reach out to work with us

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Start Anywhere.

On Craft & Culture

A Blog

The latest musings with a focus on the flyest and most unique offerings from our community to bring the culture home.

Allow me to [Re]Introduce Myself...

The Summer Reset

NOTES.

Quarterly Journal

Spring. Summer – Issue.001

A more focused deep dive into the people, places and things that are moving the community and conversation forward. Collected into one issue you can flip through, download, or add to your shelf.

Find Your Fiber

Summer is the season to let your home breathe. When it comes to bedding and living spaces, here’s a few recommendations worth a look.

Summer, Summer, Summertime...

Salty air, bare feet and loose plans. the real start of summer shows up in small moments that welcome a moment of respite alongside the people, places and things that matter.

Our picks

a curated collection of some of the best designs from the diaspora.

Resources

Knowledge, networks,
& necessary information.

One block over, we are building a whole street of resources. coffee table and book recommendations, a glossary of design terms, tips on how to find a designer or tradesperson, funding opportunities and buying guides for everything from choosing the right rug size to buying with intention.

It’s being built special for our members. So Log-in to walk the block.

Our Pillars

Vetted Creators

We highlight professional studios, independent designers, and established vendors whose work meets our standards for quality and craft.

Made-to-Order Clarity

Custom and made-to-order items include clearly stated lead times and policies. Where applicable, a 24-hour cancellation window is honored before production begins.

Community Contribution

Free guides, a growing design library and no-cost features for makers, built to share what we know and open doors. More ways to give back are in the works

Cultural Integrity

We prioritize cultural context, attribution, and honest storytelling. Credit matters. Heritage matters.

Built With Care

This platform has been built slowly & with intention. We value clear communication, and thoughtful sourcing - so every connection made here feels considered.

Path to Purchase

Many pieces link directly to trusted partners. We aim to clearly indicate where and how purchases are completed.

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