id50 2025 – Altqadum
Meet Altqadum, the debut entrant on our id50 power list for 2025, consisting of the region's best architects, interior designers, firms and product designers.
Marwan AlBalushi, Abdulrahim AlKendi and Najd AlBalushi, Altqadum
With a research-driven approach, Altqadum led by Marwan AlBalushi was the recipient of the 2024 Dubai Design Week Urban commissions for ‘TukTukDum’, which received city-wide acclaim for its playful take on the table and Omani musical culture. The firm this year also launched ‘DumTukTuk’ at Oman Design Week. The interactive installation brought the joy of playing traditional Omani Mesendu drums, which were created with the help of local drum-makers.
The firm’s meticulous archival skills and cultural insights became the cornerstone of the studio’s approach, leading the firm to explore Omani identity, documenting the nuances of traditional architecture. The striking Bab Al Salam Mosque, also designed by the studio, continues to draw international acclaim. As Altqadum expands its portfolio, the trio is currently working on projects across the UAE, including a mosque in Sharjah, the redesign of an office building in Dubai Media City, homes in Jumeirah and Abu Dhabi, and a new restaurant in Dar Al Wasl.
Read their cover story in our October 2024 issue
View the complete id50 list.
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