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MERISE Launches its First Showroom in Dubai

MERISE unveils Its first flagship showroom at Index Tower DIFC with an exclusive launch event

The Art of Curation

We interview Karine Obegi, CEO of OBEGI Home, about the brand’s early beginnings, its evolution into a regional design authority, and what lies ahead

Read ‘New Generations’ – Note from the editor – June 2025

Read identity magazine's June 2025 edition on ISSUU or grab your copy at the newsstands.

Architecture

In Tune with Nature

The Al Fanar School designed by Emkaan in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai subconsciously teaches lessons in adaptability

Architecture

Read ‘New Generations’ – Note from the editor – June 2025

Read identity magazine's June 2025 edition on ISSUU or grab your copy at the newsstands.

Featured

Highlights from Downtown Design Riyadh

From collectible creations and immersive installations to Saudi-driven showcases, the Kingdom’s first high-end contemporary design fair spotlighted local vision and global design excellence.

In Tune with Nature

The Al Fanar School designed by Emkaan in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai subconsciously teaches lessons in adaptability

Read ‘New Generations’ – Note from the editor – June 2025

Read identity magazine's June 2025 edition on ISSUU or grab your copy at the newsstands.

Highlights from Downtown Design Riyadh

From collectible creations and immersive installations to Saudi-driven showcases, the Kingdom’s first high-end contemporary design fair spotlighted local vision and global design excellence.

The Latest

Atlas Concorde Releases One Space and Tratto

The brand releases an ecosystem of surfaces, furniture, and design objects that includes an exclusive collection by Piero Lissoni.

Wave leather bench and Ruban chairs by Longchamp X Pierre Renart

Edginess in Shenzhen

This contemporary duplex with glowing accents brings a touch of Paris elegance to one of China’s booming cities

Technogym’s new Artis Luxury line blends style and design

High-performance wellness meets seamless integration of advanced technology, sustainability, and timeless style.

Editor’s Pick

The Art of Curation

We interview Karine Obegi, CEO of OBEGI Home, about the brand’s early beginnings, its evolution into a regional design authority, and what lies ahead

Read ‘New Generations’ – Note from the editor – June 2025

Read identity magazine's June 2025 edition on ISSUU or grab your copy at the newsstands.

Small Spaces, Big Impact

How intentional design, emotional storytelling and clever craftsmanship can quickly transform challenging spaces into points of interest

Interiors

A Contemporary Sanctuary Rooted in Thai Heritage

The newest Aman hotel in Bangkok offers culture, craft and timeless design

Light as a Design Statement

Lutron’s Alisse Keypads and S-Curve Shades are elevating Middle Eastern interiors with seamless control and sculptural beauty

Warmth, Texture and Colour

Collectus Studio infuses a distinct design aesthetic in each space at this residence in Dubai

Things to Covet – May 2025

Here are the latest releases that we spotted at Milan Design Week

Optical Delight

Influenced by the geometric formation of crystals, Arctic elegantly captures and refracts light

Cosentino’s Moon Vignettes makes a comeback at Downtown Design Riyadh

Over 70% of the installation has been repurposed for this edition, showcasing the brand's dedication to circular economy.

id Library: Stillness

Norm Architects shares its uniquely Scandinavian view of Japanese aesthetics

identity panel at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025 in collaboration with Casamia

Modularity Meets Hyperpersonalisation

An exclusive panel held in collaboration with Casamia at the Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025.

Celebrating Design Through Light

We take a closer look at the Tom Dixon and Articolo brands stocked at Huda Lighting

Products

Things to Covet

Objects to add a unique sense of playfulness and personality to your space

TRICIA PAOLUCCIO X JWANA HAMDAN Maitha Chair

La Grande Muraglia Outdoor armchair by NEUTRA

Dudet living room collection by Patricia Urquiola

Aluminium sculpture by HK Living

The Egg White Shelf by WS Living

Squash Armchair by Poltrona Frau x Faye Toogood

Design Focus

Elevated Living

Versace Home announces the grand opening of its boutique at Dubai Mall Zabeel

DESIGN FOCUS

Collectible Design Meets Nostalgia

Klekktic and Assembly partner to open a new, larger space in Dubai’s Al Quoz district

Architecture

Preserving Earthen Architecture

We interview Amel Chabbi, Conservation Section Head, Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi on the evolution of the International Course on Earthen Architecture Conservation (EAC) program and its learnings.

A Collector’s Dream Home

Designed by Liu Hong of Y&J Design, this six-story residence in Shanghai balances function, emotion and immersive experience

A Surreal Tribute

“Water, salt and olive oil. That’s what it takes to survive,” says designer Philippe Starck, who created the new La Almazara olive oil museum outside Ronda, Spain