Amara Nakato

Amara Nakato

Kampala, Uganda

Residential Interior Design

Amara Nakato is an interior designer based in Kampala, Uganda, specializing in warm residential interiors that blend contemporary aesthetics with East African craft traditions. With over 8 years of experience, she has transformed homes across Kampala, Entebbe, and Jinja, working closely with local artisans and material suppliers to create spaces that feel both modern and deeply rooted in place. Her work has been featured in Design Diary's podcast and Spaces & Stories series.

8+ Years Experience 45 Projects Completed Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja

Portfolio

Selected Work

The Nsambya Residence

The Nsambya Residence

2025
Residential
Muyenga Hilltop Apartment

Muyenga Hilltop Apartment

2025
Residential
Kololo Family Home

Kololo Family Home

2024
Residential
Entebbe Lakeside Villa

Entebbe Lakeside Villa

2024
Residential
Bukoto Creative Studio

Bukoto Creative Studio

2023
Commercial
Jinja Riverside Cottage

Jinja Riverside Cottage

2023
Residential

"I believe every home should tell the story of the people who live in it. My work is about listening — to the client, to the space, to the materials — and creating something that feels inevitable rather than imposed."

Featured On

Podcast Appearances

What She Does

Services Offered

Full Interior Design
Space Planning & Layout
Material Sourcing
Furniture Curation
Artisan Collaboration
Project Management

Get In Touch

Work with Amara

Whether you're looking to redesign your home, plan a new space, or collaborate on a project, Amara would love to hear from you.

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