Image Credit: Ẹkáà bọ̀ Collection
Albany Park, a hip-chic furniture brand founded by former NFL linebacker Darryl Sharpton and his wife Jessica, officially announce the launch of The Ẹkáà bọ̀ Collection, a limited-edition furniture line inspired by Ankara, the vibrant and electrifying West African wax prints. Following the successful release of the Akwaaba and Koyo prints last fall, Albany Park is debuting two more – Ademi and Idowu. Beginning tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 18, the bold and welcoming patterns are available in both their Albany Collection and Park Collection models and currently available for purchase at www.albanypark.com.
Albany Parkâs latest furniture line was borne out of Darrylâs learning â from a DNA test in 2019 â his roots originate in Nigeria. Eager to integrate more of the West African culture into the world around him, Darryl set out to bring a slice of Lagos – the excitement and vibrance of this city – home with him. In creating this new line, his ultimate goal is to transform the rhythm & soul of the culture into a unique statement piece. Whether enjoying a cup of coffee or just sinking into oneâs couch, Darryl wants this new collection to represent its namesake – Ẹkáà bọ̀ [eh-ka-bÅ] – used by the Yoruba people across West Africa – to make others âfeel at home.â