House of Avana

Artisan Home Décor

Naperville, Illinois, USA

Vandana Sharad is the founder of House of Avana, a design-led home décor business focused on bringing traditional craftsmanship into contemporary interiors. The company works with artisans and craftspeople to develop handcrafted furniture, sculptures, and decorative objects while helping traditional craft communities reach international markets. The concept originated from Sharad's experience discovering artisan communities in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, and has developed into a global platform for culturally influenced contemporary décor.