Water Element

Mark Bullivant, Director at South Africa-based SAOTA, guides us through his creative process for Pine Tree, the firm’s first Miami residence.

Driving Saudi Design

Saudi Design Week curators and co-founders Basma and Noura Bouzo reveal why their fifth edition is their most important to-date.

Philips Television

It’s been 90 years since Philips tested its first TV set – a device that has been by turn exotic, ubiquitous, intrusive and elegant, but has changed the way we see the world forever.

The Great Escape

Sometimes discovering great design hotels on your doorstep provides the same buzz as going away… Here’s where to stay and chill during the long, lazy summer holidays and what to expect.

The Lighting Report

From LEDs to luminaires and the latest trends, identity presents the best of the new lighting solutions from the brightest sparks in the business.

Art Deco Chic

identity looks inside Apartment Beethoven, a unique Parisian property that exemplifies the ethos of Rinck, an interior design enterprise founded two centuries ago.

Beauty And The Bathroom

All that’s new in sanitaryware...

On Track

Construction on Expo 2020 is on schedule, with completion of the site’s three Thematic Districts achieved and more than 100 million on-site working hours recorded.

X Marks The Spot

Ljubljana-based OFIS Architects reveal what inspired their design for a contemporary villa in Slovenia. 

Work Culture

Pallavi Dean rethinks the contemporary work space with her chic design for Edelman’s Abu Dhabi headquarters.

A Solid Investment

The principal of Dubai’s FACE Architecture + Design reveals the creative vision behind the renovation of Commercial Bank of Dubai.

Work Experience

This month, Worktech 17 Dubai is bringing professionals together to explore the future of work and the contemporary office.

Design Luminaries

id explores the most captivating lighting trends presented at this year’s Salone del Mobile in Milan.

The Next Step

Dubai designer Omar Nakkash discusses his latest hospitality projects - and his new table lamp, which is debuting at the Beirut Design Fair.

Rebirth Of Luxury

WA International’s Design Director Claire Craig reveals how the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai offers a new vision of contemporary hospitality design.

Glowing Review

As official media partner, we are celebrating light with iGuzzini during the regional screenings of Light Collective’s documentary The Perfect Light.

Charles Rennie Mackintosh

Its been 150 years since Charles Rennie Mackintoshs birth and 90 since his death, which has been commemorated by a high-profile exhibition, a high-value refurbishment and a tragedy

Mountain High

Claudio Saverino and Tiziano Vudafieri, of Milan- and Shanghai-based design practice Vudafieri-Saverino Partners, talked to identity about the importance of storytelling in the creation of Mountain Stone House, a unique restoration project in the centre of the 16th-century rural settlement of Crana, Italy.

Arabian Gardens

One of the show gardens at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show is The Dubai Majlis Garden, designed by Thomas Hoblyn – who tells identity more about his concept and inspiration.

Notre-Dame

Witness to key historical events over hundreds of years, Notre-Dame – one of France’s most famous and most visited landmarks – must now be rebuilt following a damaging fire.

Hotel Centric

A host of new hotel openings – from design-led properties aiming to provide a dazzling welcome, to easy-going destinations with a community focus – is bringing greater variety and choice to the region. identity presents five of the best additions to the GCC hospitality scene...

Cultural Investments

The development of the region’s artistic community continues apace, with the launch of two hugely significant non-profit art foundations with influential, expert backing.

A Passionate Pursuit

From Paris to New York City, id Design Awards juror Jean-Philippe Nuel is redefining the art of thoughtful hospitality.

The Art Of Engagement

Amna A Emir, Managing Partner at Zakti, reveals how her technology and design firm is making history with Motivate.

Bathing Beauties

With an eye on innovation and colour, this year’s ISH show debuted top energy and water technology products from around the globe.

Smart Water

A passion for problem-solving is what led American product designer Michael T. Seum to create his latest eco-friendly, techno-driven water safety and security products for leading German firm Grohe.

Triple Threat

The founders of RCR Architects, designers of Dubai’s Muraba Residences Palm Jumeirah, receive the 39th edition of the Pritzker Architecture Prize.

Fresh Start

Globally renowned designer Patrick Blanc has designed the Middle East’s first indoor vertical garden in Robinsons’ flagship store – the exclusive John Lewis home destination in Dubai.

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Desing Formula Media Rooms

Age Of Aquarius

Istanbul-based duo Autoban reveal the creative process behind Aquarius, their award-winning premiere yacht project.