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How Porsche is reimagining the auto showroom with art and co-working spaces

Inside Retail

The Porsche Centre Xi’an Chanba offers a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western aesthetics, seamlessly combining the contemporary elegance of Porsche with the rich cultural traditions of Xi’an. The centre pays homage to the cultural legacy of both Xi’an and Porsche.

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Design Space AlUlA: The first permanent gallery space dedicated to showcasing design initiatives

Design Middleeast

The space will be inclusive of all design disciplines from architecture and urban planning, to product and graphic design. The architecture, designed by Giò Forma Studio, is a homage to the breezeblock used widely across buildings in the surrounding AlJadidah Arts District.

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Powerlist Influential 30 Architects 2024: Islam Al Mashtooly, Design Director, OBMI

Design Middleeast

He is committed to architecture that supports and strengthens communities, emphasizing harmony within context while taking into account the MENA region’s climate, culture, and traditions. His work embodies a sense of the architecture vocabulary that fuses urbanism and design. AL HAMRA PALACE BOUTIQUE GROUP; design by OBMI.

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Innovative retail experiences: Inside Singapore’s new pet-friendly mall

Inside Retail

Through a curated selection of upscale homes, offices, retail, dining and community spaces, it is designed to offer connectivity, convenience and community at a trendy Holland Village address,” he told Inside Retail. Interestingly, Tan said that the mall’s commitment to creating a pet-friendly environment goes beyond mere accommodation.

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Taking Shape

Design Middleeast

As we begin the new year, let’s look at some exceptional projects to look forward to in 2024 that are high on architecture, style, innovation, and creativity. Descending towards the water’s edge, guests experience the mangroves, where the salty breeze and rustling leaves create a harmonious symphony of nature’s whispers.

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Nakkash Design Studio creates a tropical modernist paradise in Dubai’s Meadows

Design Middleeast

Design Director Omar Nakkash’s years of experience buying and curating furniture, artwork and accessories for his renowned family business – Nakkash, is reflected in the outstanding attention to detail and FF&E design for the project. Lines and curves meet harmoniously to create a sense of ease.

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Koto’s garden cabin features a carbon-capturing exterior

Design Wanted

The london-based architectural and design studio Koto has partnered with garden designer Tony Woods from Garden Club London to create a tranquil and sensory indoor and outdoor space to relax and unwind at the 2022 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. ‘A