Sun Stories is a material-led design studio rooted in craft, process and cultural continuity. Working between London and Accra, we collaborate with independent artists and traditional makers, creating the conditions for practices to evolve with care.
Guided by material and form, our designs continue a dialogue between heritage and contemporary expression, where simplicity and balance define the outcome. Each object is developed over time, shaped through process and the hand of its maker.
We bridge heritage and modernity through objects designed for a slower, more conscious way of living, where utility meets presence and making is understood as both process and expression.
At the heart of our work is a celebration of artists and a commitment to collaboration. We partner closely with creators across disciplines, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern simplicity to shape pieces that feel both rooted and refined. Each creation honours the mastery and material from which it comes, upholding the highest standards of authenticity and artistry.
Behind every object is a human and material story, one that captures the dialogue between maker and medium. We take you behind the scenes to share the lives, processes, and environments that define our collaborators, ensuring their stories are told with depth, integrity, and respect.
Sun Stories is shaping a new chapter for diasporic design. Our work bridges the artistry of traditional making with the sensibilities of contemporary design, presenting a modern craft language that values intention, longevity, and cultural resonance. In doing so, we honour origins while crafting objects that speak to the rhythm of modern livingrefined yet rooted in connection.
We are committed to providing the spaces, resources, and support that enable artists to explore ideas freely, expand their practice, and shape the evolving landscape of contemporary design and making.
Meet the artists behind each creation, and discover the stories that shape their work.