Nigerian-American visual artist Temi Coker has launched an 18-piece home collection inspired by Nigerian heritage and Black cultural traditions, available exclusively at Walmart for a limited time.
The Temi Coker Home Collection debuted Jan. 21 at walmart.com/temicoker, blending West African design influences with contemporary American interiors. Prices range from $14 to $320.
Coker, who was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and is now based in Dallas, said the collection was designed as a series of heirlooms meant to be lived with and passed down.
“My children are the product of two cultures — African and African American,” Coker said in a statement. “I wanted to create heirlooms that celebrate the beauty in that duality.”
The collection includes textured vases, patterned décor pieces and woven-inspired designs that draw from Nigerian textiles and traditional Black hairstyles. Several of the vases are 3D printed and manufactured in the United States, allowing Coker to refine each design in real time before production.
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The artist said the living room — “the heart of our home” — served as the focal point for the collection, where family memories are formed and cultural traditions take root.
Coker is known for his Afrofuturist-inspired visual work and has collaborated with global brands including Google, Nike, Netflix, Adobe and The New York Times. His bold use of color, geometric pattern and cultural symbolism has earned recognition from leading design institutions.
Walmart executives said the partnership aligns with the retailer’s strategy to broaden access to design.
“We are on a journey to democratize style, and our new Temi Coker collection is an exciting opportunity to bring his authentic perspective and bold, beautiful designs exclusively to Walmart customers,” said Creighton Kiper, senior vice president of home for Walmart U.S.
The limited-time collection is accompanied by a campaign video tracing Coker’s creative journey from Lagos to his Dallas studio, offering insight into the cultural inspiration behind each piece.
For Coker, the launch represents both personal and communal significance.
“Partnering with Walmart feels full circle,” he said, noting his first pair of shoes was purchased at the retailer. “So many people in my community shop there — being able to launch my first home collection with them is extremely special.”
The collection is available exclusively online while supplies last.
