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identity.ae
Launched in the summer of 2018, identity.ae is the digital arm of identity magazine, the Middle East’s leading magazine dedicated to contemporary design, architecture, interiors, lifestyle, and property.
From its headquarters in Dubai, the website will provide interesting and inspirational local and international news and features on all aspects of design from home interiors to industrial innovations and much more.
identity.ae is just one of the many id brand extensions that includes the annual identity Design Awards programme, as well as co-hosted design talks and events in collaboration with major design brands and book publishing.
identity magazine
A Motivate publication launched in 2002, identity has been an avid supporter and advocate for region’s growth via design initiatives and economic development as a global design destination.
Now in its 23rd year, identity magazine is the region’s preferred monthly niche publication. Professional, pioneering, professional and world-class, identity features unbiased and independent editorial content providing inspirational ideas and cutting-edge concepts from the design capitals of the world.
identity is an essential publication for architecture, interiors, design, and property professionals, as well as design-conscious consumers and students.
Over the coming months, more exciting new additions will be made to the id portfolio. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube for more details.

The team
Obaid Humaid Al Tayer
Ian Fairservice
Anthony Milne
Aneesha Rai
Olga Petroff
Vibha Monteiro
Sharmine Khan
Joelle Albeaino
Firoz Kaladi
Jennifer Copley, Karine Monié, Max Tuttle, Laura Cherrie Beaney

Inside the philosophy, collaboration, and vision behind the Equestrian Library and Saddle Workshop.
Mario Tsai takes us behind the making of his iconic piece – the Pagoda
Between raw stone and responsive light, Riyadh steps into a space shaped by memory and momentum.
Qasr Bin Kadsa in Baljurashi, Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia will be restored and reimagined as a boutique heritage hotel
Alserkal and Design Miami announce one of a kind collaboration.
The brand will showcase its novelties at the Purity showroom in Dubai
Fady Friberg has created a space that unites more than 70 brands under one roof, fostering community connection while delivering an experience unlike any other
Read the December issue now.
The unveils new sections and global collaborations under new Director Dunja Gottweis.
A vibrant tribute to Emirati creativity.
We caught up with Karine Obegi, CEO of OBEGI Home and Mauro Nastri, Global Export Manager of Italian brand Porada, at their collaborative stand in Downtown Design.
This home in Dubai Hills Estate balances sculptural minimalism with everyday ease