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Poetic touch

Designed by Paola Navone for Dominique Kieffer by Rubelli, this exquisite Autumn’s glow fabric collection pays homage to the imperfect beauty of Venice, with colours inspired by the Venice lagoon and the hues of fishermen’s houses. Textures This month id celebrates seasonal luxuries large include sheer gauzes and fabric created by overlapping irregular strips of cloth, and small, with exhibitions from top regional or ‘flying’ fragments pinned to the cloth – even fabrics reminiscent of pebbly beaches and wood bark. Special outdoor textiles feature an oversized tartan, talent, sophisticated international furnishings and uneven and painterly, with graphic weaves similar to an aerial view of a city. technology designed for fine living.

TEXT: joanne molina

Seasonal warmth

Pottery Barn’s autumn 2016 collection was inspired by the beauty of nature. Using warm colours, stunning textures and decorative embellishment, the brand’s new furnishings and accessories have style and functionality. From dining and heritage dinnerware collections to warm and inviting linens and bedroom furnishings, it’s easy to stay warm as the cooler weather arrives. Available in The Mall and City Centre Mirdif in Dubai, and and Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi.

Haute holiday

Maison Numen is bringing early holiday inspiration with its gift guide. The new curated online platform for artisan design objects is a global portal to the hidden talent of craftspeople from around the world. The first collection, Latin Animae Vol 1, is launching with 193 pieces from 35 designers and artisans from Mexico, Venezuela, Guatemala, Peru and Colombia.

Office luxe

Designer Tom Dixon is bringing his sophisticated style to the office Crafted Working overtime in sleek, minimalist forms, the Cog, Cube and Ink stationery collections are tributes to the pleasures of an analogue lifestyle. Cube is made from zinc alloy Coalesse, the furniture brand from Steelcase, has introduced Montara650. and finished with a copper plate, Ink pays homage to the creation of the written The new collection, designed by Lievore Altherr Molina, focuses on word, and Cog features accessories inspired by British engineering and made drawing people into the workplace through environments that foster social from brass-plated solid aluminium. connection and creative connections. Classically designed by the Coalesse Design Group and Molina, it features sculpted chairs, stools and lounge chairs paired with simple pedestal tables.

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Made in Italy

Cities Design has introduced the new collection of luxury fashion stickers from Italian accessory DESIGN AGENDA brand Delicatezzen. Every piece is handmade in Architect@work Italy 2016 Italy, and eco-leather materials give each a unique Sleep Well Expo 2016 Rome, Italy Istanbul, Turkey 3D effect, making them the perfect addition to 5 – 6 October 20 – 23 October any favourite clothing item. Exclusively at Cities Boutique in both the Galleria Mall and The Dubai InterCasa 2016 Designers’ Open 2016 Mall locations. Lisbon, Portugal Leipzig, Germany 5 – 9 October 21 – 23 October

Saudi Design Week 2016 Foire d’automne – Maison 2016 Great sounds, great looks Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Paris, France Nectar of the gods 6 – 9 October 21 – 30 October Designed by Pininfarina for Magnat, the new state-of-the art Fresh + clean Cartier’s new L’envol de Cartier fragrance for men LZR948 in-ear headphones with Bluetooth aptX include the Architect@work Austria 2016 InterMob 2016 was inspired by the mythical ambrosia of the gods ‘Beauty of Sound’ that pairs elegant shapes with high-fidelity Vienna, Austria Istanbul, Turkey Jo Malone’s new Basil & Neroli collection was on Olympus, believed to confer immortality. Airy, sound to give end-users a unique experience. These new 12 – 13 October 22 – 26 October inspired by the playful, young spirit of London. woody and nectar-like, it inspires the wearer to ‘phones not only transfer the audiophile capabilities of the Homi Moscow 2016 MOA CASA 2016 Created by master perfumer Anne Flipo, its white greatness, flying alongside one of the maison’s legendary Magnat LRZ headphones to an ultra-compact Moscow, Russian Federation Roma, Italy musk base blends beautifully with its neroli heart greatest legends, aviation pioneer Alberto housing, they also offer wireless audio connection via Bluetooth 12 – 15 October 22 October – 1 November as it leads with a sophisticated basil top note. Santos-Dumont. Its flaçon design, a capsule with aptX technology. But what sounds great looks even better. Available as cologne, body and hand wash, body contained within a detachable glass dome, The artists at the famous Italian design house have created a Index 2016 Dubai Design Week crème and home candle. captures the spirit of its aroma. design that highlights the fine curves in a modern, organic design Mumbai, India Dubai, UAE and provides the perfect shell for its high-end technical interior. 13 – 16 October 24 – 29 October

Interieur 2016 Downtown Design 2016 Kortrijk, Belgium Dubai, Deluxe by design 14 – 23 October 25 – 28 October

Versace Home’s new collection, Vasmara, was inspired by a vision of UK Construction Week 2016 Orgatec 2016 urban escapism. Leopard- and zebra-print decor, precious leathers and Birmingham, United Kingdom Cologne, Germany silk jacquards with gold were used to create furniture and furnishings for 18 – 23 October 25 – 29 October living, dining and the bedroom. Innovative materials, such as precious BIG+BIH October 2016 Light Middle East 2016 woods for the new cabinet bar, are paired with neutral and vibrant colours Bangkok, Thailand Dubai, United Arab Emirates such as khaki, purple, orange, haze and white. 19 – 23 October 31 October – 2 November

Collector’s item

For 30 years Zaha Hadid bestowed wonder and curiosity with her iconic buildings and captivating design projects. The Zaha Hadid Collection 2016 utilises contrast as a key element, exploring colour and materiality. Featuring traditional bone china and ceramics, as well as modern resins and acrylics, its pieces have been designed using state-of-the-art techniques and are crafted by artisans across Europe. ID

Luxury underfoot

The Rug Company has collaborated with top designers for timeless pieces Nordic style that capture the spirit of the season. Designers include Allegra Hicks, Diane von Furstenberg, Marni, Barber & Ogersby and Kelly Wearstler. The company Kährs has newly launched the Götaland collection, which includes five opened its new store recently in Alserkal Avenue in association with The Odd floors with names inspired by various parts of the Nordic region that Piece, and is famous for craftsmanship by hand-made artisans, innovative reflect the scenery and atmosphere of each area. Featuring randomly designs, artist collaborations and exceptional quality; each rug produced is a scattered saw marks and bevels that frame each piece, the surface of precious piece of art. each board is treated with several layers of oil to enhance its variations.

OCTOber 2016