Discover 10 must-have coffee table books that celebrate Black artistry, design, and culture — curated by House of Xolile. Elevate your home décor and spark conversations with these timeless works.

The past year has been a whirlwind. We soft-launched in July 2024 with our website and online store, and in just a few months, things expanded faster than I could have imagined. All while balancing my corporate 9–5, I came home each evening to pour into this dream. Since then, we’ve picked up two new commercial projects with timelines stretching over a year to allow for design and construction, as well as four new residential projects. Recently, we’ve also welcomed an intern to support marketing and expansion, and brought on a Project Manager and Bookkeeper to help us grow with intention.

Buon Giorno from Roma.

My solo trip to Italy ignited a passionate love affair that I honestly don’t know if I will ever fully recover from. Italia! Roma! The beauty, the culture, the flavors—all of it has captured my heart in a way that feels both timeless and unforgettable.

Turn those dreary winter blues into vibrant Winter Greens!

The term biophilia (bio·​phil·​ia) has only been around for a few decades. The Merriam Webster dictionary defines it as "a hypothetical human tendency to interact or be closely associated with other forms of life in nature : a desire or tendency to commune with nature."

Here are 5 reasons why working with a designer can ensure that your projects are uber polished, thoughtful, and significantly less daunting.

Design is more than just aesthetics and an Instagram-worthy shot—it is about improving, transforming, and holistically crafting spaces to support lifestyles focused on wellness.