DESIGN + RESEARCH

WHO WE ARE

AARTE_Fact is a design and research firm based in Nairobi.

We offer services ranging from Interior Design, Branding & Identity Development, Graphic Design, and Market Research & Analysis.


We believe that honoring tradition inspires timeless design, while a commitment to innovation ensures a continuous quest for fresh, impactful ideas and solutions.


Our goal is to deliver high-quality design services and products, sticking to the most efficient methods, and handing over finished work within a reasonable timeline.


WHO WE ARE

KEITA MIANO

FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

A visionary design professional with a passion for crafting immersive and purposeful experiences. With a keen eye for detail, seamlessly blending creativity and functionality, producing designs that transcend expectations.


With 11 years of experience in interior design, quantity surveying, and construction management, Miano has developed skills in 3D Modelling and Rendering (SketchUp/ Blender), Prototyping Tools (Shapr3D), and Graphic Design (Illustrator/ InDesign)


From concept to execution, Miano brings innovation and a fresh perspective to every project, ensuring a portfolio that reflects not just expertise, but a commitment to elevating the art of design. Welcome to a world where aesthetics meet impact.



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A HUMAN-MADE OBJECT, OF ARTISTIC OR SCIENTIFIC INTEREST, TYPICALLY ONE OF CULTURAL & HISTORICAL CONCERN


ARCHITECTURAL CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT - THROUGH EXPERIMENTATION, MERGING FORM WITH FUNCTION, TO LAY THE FOUNDATION FOR INNOVATIVE, PURPOSEFUL, AND UNIQUE DESIGNS


Alkebu-LAN PYRAMID

Inspired by ancient African architectural forms and

rustic industrial machine aesthetics, this jewellery box style diorama display would be used as a advertising art installation.

OROMMO WELLNESS COTTAGE

A safari cottage, inspired by a dystopian high-tech machine aesthetic, embodies a futuristic blend of innovation and nature, creating a unique and memorable experience that marries technology with wildlife adventure

OROMMO WELLNESS COTTAGE II

This spa cottage blends minimalist interiors with rustic charred timber exteriors, offering serene relaxation amid natural surroundings

SANAA DOUBLE VOLUME ENTRANCE

This entrance design harmonizes scale, proportion, material, and color to create a balanced and welcoming atmosphere, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal and functionality of the space

SANAA PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE

The bedroom/home office suite model showcases meticulous interior design, balancing functionality and aesthetics seamlessly. From ergonomic workstations to cozy sleeping quarters, every detail reflects comfort, productivity, and style in perfect harmony

3D MODELS & MASTER PLANS

FORM & MATERIAL STUDY - USING 3D MODELLING SOFTWARE, WE’RE ABLE TO, IN REAL- TIME, EXPLORE DESIGN CHARACTERISTICS TO, MORE EFFICIENTLY, ADVANCE FINAL DECISIONS ON ANY GIVEN PROJECT, SAVING OUR CLIENTS VALUABLE TIME

OLOIDEN YARD GO-DOWN LAYOUT

This detailed masterplan of the small industrial park combines rustic and artisanal architectural styles, integrating modern functionality with timeless charm. From rugged facades to handcrafted details, it fosters a unique, inspiring environment

SAVANNAH SPORTS CENTRE

This highly detailed masterplan model of a proposed sports park intricately merges elements of safari and industrial styles, offering an adventurous ambiance with rugged aesthetics and modern functionality, enhancing the overall visitor experience.

INTERIOR DESIGN

INTERIOR DESIGN - INTERIOR DESIGN MOCK-UPS ENHANCE MATERIAL VISUALIZATION, COLOR ACCURACY, AND DECOR THEMES.

THEY ALLOW PRECISE PROPORTION CONTROL, FOSTERING EFFICIENT EXPERIMENTATION AND CLIENT COMMUNICATION, ENSURING COHESIVE AND APPEALING DESIGNS.

DETAIL DESIGN

MILLWORK DETAIL - DRAWING FROM ANCIENT AFRICAN MILLWORK INFUSES HERITAGE INTO MODERN CARPENTRY, CREATING A HARMONIOUS BLEND OF TRADITION AND INNOVATION, PRESERVING CULTURAL RICHNESS WHILE BENEFITING FROM CONTEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES

MOMBASA BEACH APARTMENTS SIGNAGE

This artisanal signage design for the coastal resort draws inspiration from Lamu doors, featuring intricate carvings, and traditional motifs, evoking the rich cultural heritage of the region with timeless elegance

FIXTURES & FITTINGS DETAIL MODELS

Using 3D modeling software enables the creation of intricately detailed interior accessories, fittings, and industrial products, fostering innovation, efficiency, and precision. It allows for rapid prototyping, accurate visualization, and seamless collaboration, resulting in enhanced design quality and reduced production costs

LOGO & BRAND IDENTITY

HOSPITALITY - A SAFARI PARK LOGO'S SIMPLICITY AND ELEGANCE CONVEY A TIMELESS AND SOPHISTICATED BRAND IMAGE, CAPTURING THE SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE AND WILDLIFE WITH CLARITY, FOSTERING BRAND RECOGNITION, AND RESONATING WITH A BROAD AUDIENCE, REFLECTING THE PARK'S COMMITMENT TO A MEMORABLE AND REFINED VISITOR EXPERIENCE.

LOGO & BRAND IDENTITY

ARTISANAL CRAFTWEAR -

INFLUENCED BY A FUSION OF CUBIST AND CLASSICAL AESTHETICS, THIS EMBLEM EVOKES A SURREAL SENSE OF DYNAMISM WHILE REMAINING ELEGANT AND PURE, APPEALING TO THE DISCERNING LUXURY CONSUMER

LOGO & BRAND IDENTITY

COSMETICS & BEAUTY - CLARITY AND TIMELESS ELEGANCE ARE THE CORNERSTONES OF EFFECTIVE LOGO DESIGN. A CLEAR LOGO INSTANTLY COMMUNICATES YOUR BRAND'S IDENTITY, WHILE TIMELESS ELEGANCE ENSURES LONGEVITY AND RELEVANCE IN AN EVER-EVOLVING MARKET.

LOGO & BRAND IDENTITY

AFRICAN CRAFT JEWELLERY - INSPIRED BY MAASAI CRAFTS, THE LOGO DESIGN REFLECTS THE VIBRANT SPIRIT OF THEIR NECKLACES, BRACELETS, AND BEADED BELTS. BOLD COLORS AND INTRICATE PATTERNS SYMBOLIZE CULTURAL RICHNESS AND UNITY IN THE BRAND

LOGO & BRAND IDENTITY

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION -

INSPIRED BY THE BAUHAUS SCHOOL, GERMANY 1919, THIS LABEL EMBODIES MODERNISM, SIMPLICITY, AND FUNCTIONALITY, CONVEYING A HARMONIOUS BLEND OF FORM AND FUNCTION THAT COMMUNICATES A PROGRESSIVE, INNOVATIVE BRAND IDENTITY

LOGO & BRAND IDENTITY

SUSTAINABLE FARMING - SYMBOLISM AND LEGIBILITY ARE CRUCIAL IN THIS SUSTAINABLE INSECT FARMING LOGO. SYMBOLS SHOULD REPRESENT ECO-CONSCIOUSNESS AND INSECT FARMING, WHILE CLEAR TYPOGRAPHY ENSURES EASY RECOGNITION. THIS FOSTERS TRUST, COMMUNICATES THE BRAND'S MISSION, AND ATTRACTS ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS CONSUMERS

LOGO & BRAND IDENTITY

TRAVEL & TOURISM -

A LOGO BLENDING JAPANESE AND AFRICAN SUNSETS EVOKES CULTURAL FUSION, WANDERLUST, AND DIVERSE TRAVEL EXPERIENCES, EMBODYING THE SPIRIT OF EXPLORATION AND ADVENTURE FOR THE TRAVEL COMPANY'S BRAND

LOGO & BRAND IDENTITY

PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT-

ELEGANCE AND TIMELESSNESS IN A HOUSING DEVELOPMENT LOGO ENSURE LASTING APPEAL AND REPRESENT PREMIUM QUALITY, CREATING A STRONG BRAND IDENTITY THAT RESONATES WITH HOMEOWNERS AND INVESTORS FOR GENERATIONS TO COME

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