Aidan Imanova, Author at identity

Technogym’s new Artis Luxury line blends style and design

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

An impressive entrance at a home in Amman, Jordan

The Synua pivot door by Oikos defines the entrance of a contemporary villa in Jordan’s capital with scale, strength, and striking materiality.

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.

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.

Editor's Choice

Small Spaces, Big Impact

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

Architecture

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

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.

Small Spaces, Big Impact

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

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

The Latest

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

Things to Covet – May 2025

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

A Contemporary Sanctuary Rooted in Thai Heritage

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

Editor’s Pick

Small Spaces, Big Impact

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

Bridging the Past, Present and Future

Ignacio Gomez, Global Design Principal at Aedas reflects on the firm’s two decades in the Middle East

Read ‘Innovation in Design’ – Note from the editor – May 2025

This month, we shed light on innovation and what propels the industry in terms of creativity.

Interiors

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

Modularity Meets Hyperpersonalisation

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

Design

Optical Delight

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

id Library: Stillness

Norm Architects shares its uniquely Scandinavian view of Japanese aesthetics

Celebrating Design Through Light

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

Elevating Saudi Arabia’s Design Scene

We interview Mette Degn-Christensen, Director of Downtown Design on the fair’s inaugural Riyadh edition

Highlights from Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025

Here’s a recap of the new and notable novelties and exhibits at Salone del Mobile.Milano and Fuorisalone

An insider’s guide to Downtown Design Riyadh

Here’s what to look out for at the Kingdom’s first fair for original and high-quality contemporary design, running from 20 to 23 May 2025

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

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 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