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Soulful Sanctuary
We take you inside a British design duo’s Tulum vacation home
A Sculptural Ode to the Sea
Designed by Killa Design, this bold architectural statement captures the spirit of superyachts and sustainability, and the evolution of Dubai’s coastline
Inside The Charleston
A tribute to Galle Fort’s complex heritage, The Charleston blends Art Deco elegance with Sri Lankan artistry and Bawa-infused modernism
A Layered Narrative
An Edwardian home in London becomes a serene gallery of culture, craft and contemporary design
The Art of Wellness
Kintsugi in Abu Dhabi, situated in a seven-storey villa, offers the ultimate zen retreat
Elevated Living
Designed by La Bottega Interiors, this penthouse at the Delano Dubai echoes soft minimalism
Contrasting Textures
Located in Al Barari and designed by BONE Studio, this home provides both openness and intimacy through the unique use of materials
Stillness, Form and Function
Yasmin Farahmandy of Y Design Interior has designed a home for a creative from the film industry
Highlights of the Biennale Architettura 2025
We shine a light on the pavilions from the Arab world at the Venice Architecture Biennale, on display until Sunday 23 November 2025
From Floorplans to Foodscapes
For Ayesha Erkin, architecture was never just about buildings, but about how people live, eat, gather and remember
Into the Woods
Perched among the treetops, this serene home’s permanent connection to nature invites dwellers to unplug and unwind
Gen-Z Forward Design
From tech-forward co-living spaces to wellness-centric work hubs, here’s how Gen Z’s values of flexibility, sustainability and authenticity are reshaping the built environment
Cleft House
Designed by TAEP/AAP, this home in Abdullah Al-Salem, Kuwait emerges as a refined architectural response to its surroundings
Design on the Fast Track
Agata Kurzela Studio completes an F1 lounge that blends Emirati hospitality and contemporary design, set against the high-octane drama of Formula 1 in Abu Dhabi
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.
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
Elevating Saudi Arabia’s Design Scene
We interview Mette Degn-Christensen, Director of Downtown Design on the fair’s inaugural Riyadh edition
Wabi-Sabi Sanctuary
Japanese aesthetics, fashion influences and nature meet in the Portland home of interior designer Jeanne Feldkamp