Maison&Objet hosts Women&Design Dinner in Dubai
The dinner was the first of its kind in the Middle East that connected female industry professionals
On 23rd April 2025, Maison&Objet brought together female industry leaders across interiors, design, architecture, and the creative sector at Maison Revka at the Delano in Dubai. The fair collaborated with Kristina Zanic Consultants and Paris Society/Rikas Group for an intimate evening to support local talent, foster connections and to celebrate the groundbreaking projects shaping the future of design in the Middle East. The President of Maison&Objet, Philippe Delhomme shared the welcoming note to the visitors and talked about the goals behind the initiatives, that include celebrating the boldest and most innovative female visions in design. “This initiative is about creating opportunities, sharing knowledge, and fostering a strong international network where inspiration flows freely and collaboration is encouraged,” shares Delhomme. “It is about recognising excellence and giving space to emerging and established talents alike, whose work speaks for itself.”
During the dinner, Kristina Zanic, founder of Kristina Zanic Consultants was also named Maison&Objet’s Dubai ambassador.
Here are a few snippets for the evening.
Philippe Delhomme, President of Maison&Objet
Kristina Zanic, Founder of Kristina Zanic Consultants
Khadija AlBastaki, Senior Vice President of d3
Laura Bielecki, Associate Director Interior Design at Nakheel and Mette Degn-Christensen, Director of Downtown Design
Sharmine Khan, Senior Partnerships Manager of identity with Miriam Llano, Founder of Amphora
Esra Lemmens, Founder of Esra Lemmens Agency
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