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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

Wander and Wonder

Inside the Foster + Partners designed Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pavilion at Expo2025 Osaka

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.

Trade Fairs

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

Property

Nakheel partners with six top architects to design bespoke Beach Collection villas on Palm Jebel Ali

These internationally and locally renowned architecture firms will bring to life 10 distinct villas

Interiors

Luxury Meets Everyday Comfort

This Dubai Hills villa by MWM Studio integrates comfort, functionality and refined aesthetics

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

Nakheel partners with six top architects to design bespoke Beach Collection villas on Palm Jebel Ali

These internationally and locally renowned architecture firms will bring to life 10 distinct villas

Luxury Meets Everyday Comfort

This Dubai Hills villa by MWM Studio integrates comfort, functionality and refined aesthetics

The Latest

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

New Roots for Efie Gallery

Efie Gallery relocates to Alserkal Avenue and hosts the Middle Eastern debut of María Magdalena Campos-Pon’s solo exhibition

id most wanted – April

Designed by Antoine Grulier and crafted by 13Desserts, Byblos is a versatile aluminium piece that seamlessly blends functionality and aesthetics.

Tara Bernerd & Partners Design An Elegant Retreat in Vibrant Hong Kong with AXOR

Understated Luxury Meets Urban Heritage at the Hari Kong Kong

Editor’s Pick

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.

Contemporary Design Meets Culture

We interview three designers about merging cultural narratives with timeless craft

Read ‘Craft Meets Culture’ – Note from the editor – April 2025

This month, we celebrate the intersection of craft and culture, a theme that resonates throughout the issue

Interiors

Things to Covet

Not to be underestimated, here’s where side tables take centre stage

Island Sanctuary

Baituti Home develops Zuha Island’s most inspiring design projects

Elevated Living

Versace Home announces the grand opening of its boutique at Dubai Mall Zabeel

Culture Express

Designed by Aline Asmar d’Amman, the Dream of the Desert train seamlessly blends modern elegance with the rich heritage of Saudi Arabia

Design

A Fusion of Sustainability and Design

Marcantonio’s Terra pouf for Natuzzi Italia is a statement of conscious craftsmanship

id library: Contemporary Living by McClean Design

Paul McClean and Michael Webb explore the art of liveable modernism in their latest Rizzoli book

Smart Integration

Kettal’s Pavilion H blends aesthetics and functionality

Downtown Design Riyadh – Highlights Announced

Held in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Architecture and Design Commission of the Ministry of Culture, the fair will take place at JAX District from 20-23 May.

Dubai Design District (D3) signs partnership with Fuorisalone and Brera Design District

The strategic partnership officially signed during Milan Design Week, will enable collaboration, knowledge sharing, industry networking, and joint initiatives.