Read ‘The Greener Perspective’ – Note from the editor

Advancement in design is driven by a collective effort that pushes boundaries and moves us forward. This issue is dedicated to those who choose the challenging path for the greater good. We create with the hope that others will follow, that people will wake up and take notice, and eventually to imbibe these innovations in their practices across disciplines.

This theme takes front and centre in our cover story which features Indian architect and former Abu Dhabi resident Vinu Daniel. Looking beyond minimalism as a moodboard; Daniel examines what needs to change at a grassroots level. In a world where even being minimalist has a cost, he breaks down the surrounding environment to serve as the foundation for future builds.

We also interview leading academics and architects on sustainability in their practices and their visions for the future; and explore building for the future of tomorrow. We also shed light on the iconic buildings thriving in urban environments.

In our interiors section, we showcase designs that soothe the soul, taking you through homes across the UAE, Canada, Italy, Greece and India. We also feature home décor that adds personality to your space, making your house truly feel like a home. This month, we also debut our ‘at home’ section, where we’ve interviewed interior designer Omar Nakkash at his residence on growing up in the UAE, his inspirations and interests that drive his creativity and practice at Nakkash Design Studio.

The identity Design Awards 2024 are also open for submissions. We look forward to receiving your entries and to celebrating the best projects in the MENA region across architecture, interior design, and product design. The deadline for submissions to be recognised as one of the top design talents in the region is 15th September – see you there!

Read the September issue on ‘The Greener Perspective’ online here.

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