Family is what brought Kifu Augousti into the world of furniture design. The daughter of celebrated designers Ria and Yiouri Augousti, Kifu has a bold, quirky style that is fiercely independent. Her exquisite handmade tables, seating and decorative objects — which typically feature pronounced geometrical forms and exotic inlays — set Augousti apart as an up-and-coming creator of modern furnishings made in the Art Deco tradition.
Augousti embarked on her creative career early. After attending Brown University, she followed in her parents' footsteps, carving out her own reputation as a design powerhouse.
While it’s often likened to her parents’ work, Kifu Augousti’s designs have a look that is distinctively their own. Offbeat materials, sinuous curves and wild patterns have become hallmarks of the designer’s furniture. In the workshop of her parent's design firm, R & Y Augousti, Kifu experimented with semi-precious stones, shells and other interesting materials as a child. Her parents gained fame for bringing shagreen — leather made from shark or stingray hide — back into fashion. (It reemerged as a luxe material among designers and decorators in 2017.)
Popular in the 1930s, this versatile material had fallen out of vogue over time. The Augoustis revived it for use in their own work, and Kifu Augousti continues to celebrate it, incorporating shagreen into her signature styles that are on offer at her Kifu Paris shop in Paris as well as in her New York City showroom. She favors bold, nature-inspired prints and silhouettes, and in many of her handmade benches, coffee tables, daybeds and other large pieces, an integration of shagreen blends wonderfully with the structures’ bold bronze frames or bases. In her smaller boxes, baskets and vases, stylish combinations of shagreen, shell inlays and decorative knobs with semi-precious stones are merged to create a sumptuous, unconventional look that is utterly unique.
Find Kifu Augousti seating, tables and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
Bar Trolley in Coal Black Shagreen with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu, Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Bar Trolley in Cream Shagreen with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu, Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Kifu Paris bar trolley in cream...
Brass
Bar Trolley in Black Pen Shell with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Bar Trolley in Black Pen Shell with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Oval Tray in Coal Black Shagreen with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Oval Tray in Pen Shell with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in pen shell is an exquisite fusion of nature's brilliance and artisanal craftsmanship. The tray’s reflective pen shell surface creates a mesmerizing effect,...
Brass
Large Square Tray in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This large square tray by Kifu Paris features a luxurious black shagreen surface framed in bronze patina brass, creating a refined contrast between texture and metal. Measuring 24 in...
Brass
Extra Large Square Tray in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This extra-large square tray by Kifu Paris features a luxurious black shagreen surface framed in bronze patina brass, creating a refined contrast between texture and metal. Measuring...
Brass
Extra Large Rectangular Tray in Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This extra-large rectangular tray by Kifu Paris features a luxurious white shagreen surface framed in bronze patina brass, creating a refined contrast between texture and metal. Meas...
Brass
Oval Tray in Black Quartz with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in black quartz is an opulent blend of sleek design and natural allure. Handcrafted with precision, this tray features a rich, deep black quartz surface that...
Quartz, Brass
Oval Tray in White Quartz with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray is a masterpiece of luxurious craftsmanship, merging natural elegance with refined artistry. The tray's surface is crafted from pristine white quartz, with i...
Quartz, Brass
Rectangular Tray in Grey Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Rectangular Tray in Grey Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris is an epitome of understated elegance, designed to captivate with its simplicity and luxurious materials....
Brass
Rectangular Tray in Black Pen Shell with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Oval Tray in Pen Shell with Polished Stainless Steel by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in pen shell with polished stainless steel is a true embodiment of modern luxury and artisan craftsmanship. The tray’s surface, made from black pen shell, of...
Stainless Steel
Oval Tray in Black Quartz with Polished Stainless Steel by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in black quartz with polished stainless steel is a stunning showcase of natural beauty and modern elegance. The hand-crafted black quartz surface features in...
Quartz, Stainless Steel
Oval Tray in Black Oak with Polished Stainless Steel by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in black oak with polished stainless steel is a striking fusion of natural warmth and modern elegance. The tray’s deep black oak surface, with its smooth fin...
Stainless Steel
Extra Large Square Tray in White Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This extra-large square tray by Kifu Paris features a luxurious white shagreen surface framed in bronze patina brass, creating a refined contrast between texture and metal. Measuring...
Brass
Oval Tray in Cream Shagreen with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Rectangular Tray in Coal Black Shagreen with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
Oval Tray in Black Oak with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in black oak exudes pure sophistication, combining luxurious materials with exquisite craftsmanship. The tray's surface, covered in hand-crafted white shagre...
Brass
Rectangular Tray in in Cream Shagreen with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Quartz, Brass
Bar Cart in Cream Shagreen with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu, Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Kifu Paris bar trolley in cream...
Brass
Bar Trolley in Cream Shagreen Shell with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Kifu Paris bar trolley in cream...
Brass
Extra Large Rectangular Tray in Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This extra-large rectangular tray by Kifu Paris features a luxurious black shagreen surface framed in bronze patina brass, creating a refined contrast between texture and metal. Meas...
Brass
Oval Tray in White Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in white shagreen exudes pure sophistication, combining luxurious materials with exquisite craftsmanship. The tray's surface, covered in hand-crafted white s...
Brass
Oval Tray in Black Shagreen with Polished Stainless Steel by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in black shagreen with polished stainless steel exudes a striking balance of bold texture and sleek sophistication. The rich, hand-crafted black shagreen sur...
Stainless Steel
Large Square Tray in White Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This large square tray by Kifu Paris features a luxurious white shagreen surface framed in bronze patina brass, creating a refined contrast between texture and metal. Measuring 24 in...
Brass
Oval Tray in White Shagreen with Polished Stainless Steel by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in white shagreen with polished stainless steel is a stunning fusion of modern luxury and timeless design. The tray’s surface, made from meticulously hand-cr...
Stainless Steel
Oval Tray in White Quartz with Polished Stainless Steel by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in white quartz with polished stainless steel brings an air of refined sophistication to any setting. The hand-crafted white quartz surface boasts a smooth, ...
Quartz, Stainless Steel
Oval Tray in Black Pen Shell with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass