Designing for permanence

Our Story

Founded on precision,
driven by passion.

An engineer's mind. A designer's heart. A dream team.

Kayjah Design Studio showroom Nairobi

"Better Life. By Design."

Founding Principle

The Beginning

From blueprints
to beautiful living.

Kayjah was born from a simple question: why should world-class interior design be something you have to leave Nairobi to find? Founded by an engineer who fell in love with design, we aim to unite global standards with the rich essence of East African identity. Our name, a nod to Kenyan slang for "the home," perfectly captures our commitment to transforming lives through thoughtful home improvement. We truly believe that a fulfilling life starts in one's own home.

Our Process

Four stages. One seamless journey.

1
Step 01

Discover

We listen to your lifestyle, preferences, and aspirations to shape a brief that's uniquely yours.

2
Step 02

Design

Concepts, mood boards, and 3D walkthroughs. We iterate until the vision is exactly right.

3
Step 03

Build

Materials sourced, contractors managed, quality controlled. We handle every detail so you don't have to.

4
Step 04

Dwell

Keys in hand. We hand over a space that feels unmistakably yours, and yes, we follow up to make sure it's perfect.

Our Partnership

Powered by ZBOM

ZBOM is one of the world's largest premium custom joinery manufacturers, supplying custom kitchens, wardrobes, and built-ins to over 60 countries. As their exclusive authorised partner in Kenya, Kayjah is proud to bring ZBOM's best-in-class standard to homes in East Africa. All ZBOM cabinetry is precision-engineered, made to measure, designed and installed by our local team.
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Grade Board
10yr
Warranty
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Our People

The minds behind the magic

A tight-knit team of designers, engineers, and project managers who share one belief: that every home deserves extraordinary care.

Janet Mugo — Kayjah Design Studio

Customer Service Leader

Janet Mugo

Janet is passionate about creating positive experiences for everyone she meets. Whether she is tackling a complex problem or simply finding a way to make someone’s day go a little smoother, her approach is always rooted in empathy and clarity. With a calm and reliable presence, she excels at improving how things work behind the scenes and believes that great service should always feel human, thoughtful, and effortless with a touch of personality.

Margaret Nyagah — Kayjah Design Studio

Lead Designer

Margaret Nyagah

Margaret is the interior designer you turn to for spaces that are both beautiful and brilliantly functional. Blending deep creativity with solid practicality, she designs thoughtful environments that truly serve the end user. At Kayjah, she runs a design process built on openness and a genuine focus on the client, ensuring their needs guide every step. Her mission is to make the entire experience rewarding, delivering interiors that don't just look good, but feel comfortable & meaningful.

Mercy Komu — Kayjah Design Studio

Interior Designer

Mercy Komu

Mercy's passion is in designing and transforming spaces into functional sanctuaries that feel deeply personal. Drawing on her expertise in interior architecture, she’s meticulous about the details, ensuring the final environment is a polished and precise reflection of the client’s unique story. Her mission is simple: to make sure every space is an enduring blend of inspiring aesthetics and truly livable luxury, delivering tailored homes that her clients will cherish for a lifetime.

Victoria Muigai — Kayjah Design Studio

Interior Designer

Victoria Muigai

Victoria embodies quiet confidence and a strong sense of purpose, always striving for excellence in all she does. Her grounded, reflective nature is reflected in her work as a designer, where a keen eye for detail and refined style shape spaces that are both beautiful and authentic. She approaches design as a balance of functionality and expression, with expertise in concept development, space planning, and furniture design, creating interiors that are visually compelling and deeply meaningful.

Charlene Mwangi — Kayjah Design Studio

Projects Lead

Charlene Mwangi

Charlene is an introvert at heart, but she warms up quickly and loves connecting with people, often over a shared laugh. She possesses a strong eye for detail and storytelling, drawing inspiration from her love of movement, new experiences, and the narratives she finds in everyday life. Whether she is exploring new places or enjoying quiet moments alone, Charlene is constantly observing and refining her perspective, a practice that deeply influences her approach to interior design.

Njiraini Marima — Kayjah Design Studio

Founder & Creative Director

Njiraini Marima

As Creative Director and Founder of Kayjah Design Studio, Njiraini's mission is to elevate high-end interior design in Nairobi. While his heart lies in art and design, his foundation is in engineering. This unique fusion of precision and lifelong creative passion ensures every Kayjah project is as flawlessly executed as it is breathtakingly beautiful.

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