Designing a Safari Lodge with The African Touch Furniture

safari director's chairs around a boma

Creating an unforgettable safari lodge experience requires more than just a breathtaking locationโ€”it demands interiors that reflect the beauty of the wilderness while offering guests comfort and luxury. At The African Touch, we specialize in handcrafted campaign-style and African-inspired furniture that embodies both durability and elegance, perfectly suited for safari lodges. Whether you’re designing a […]

Elevate Your Lodge with African Style Furniture

African style furniture

    In the heart of South Africa’s wilderness, where the majestic landscapes and wildlife captivate visitors from around the globe, lies an opportunity to enhance the experience of your safari lodge with African style furniture. Imagine welcoming guests into a space that not only reflects the natural beauty of its surroundings but also exudes […]

Campaign Furniture – The Origins and History

history of British campaign furniture

Campaign furniture, also known as British campaign furniture, was designed to be packed up and carried. Its origins can be traced back as far as the Roman armies of Julius Caesar. In Europe, most of the surviving pieces are from Napoleonโ€™s campaigns in the 19th century. However, it is most commonly associated with the rise […]

African Touch Hardwood Finishes

The first question to ask ourselves is why we finish wood at all? Is it not better to sand down the fine furniture and leave it raw, particularly as we use such fine, dense hardwoods? After all, many purist furniture makers, particularly in Scandinavia, prefer to leave the finished product raw. This is certainly an […]