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Dubai’s New Airport: Everything We Know About the Futuristic $35Billion Al Maktoum International Airport

It is the world's most expensive airport and will handle 260 million passengers per year

Princess Diana’s Yacht Adventures: The Famous Boats She and Dodi Fayed Vacationed On

The photo of Princess Diana on the diving board of the Jonikal is unforgettable, but there were many more luxury vessels linked to the royal's final days

What Are the Super Rich Buying? Top Trends From Design Miami LA

From spectral paintings and hypnotic furniture, to sculptural work by South African creatives – this is what's worth investing in, right now

The World’s Largest Labyrinth You Must Visit At Least Once

In this mystical labyrinth envisioned by Franco Maria Ricci in Fontanellato, art, nature, relaxation, and culinary delights converge

This Layered Coastal Home in Sydney Puts a Contemporary Spin on Seaside Living

Sat atop a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this recently renovated holiday home honours its Italian-inspired architecture with suitably moody interiors

Architecture & Interiors

How To Start Your Own Interior Design Business

We asked the region's leading designers for their top advice for anyone thinking of launching their own design studio

The Ambitious Oman Botanic Garden Project Is Nearing Completion

The garden will showcase the various different habitats and the entire flora of the Sultanate of Oman

This Understated Dubai Home Follows Rules of Proportion Traditionally Used by Couture Designers

The design, an homage to its owner’s passions for fashion and wellness, features a coffee colour scheme that transforms the mood of the house throughout the day

4 Arab Creatives Contemplate The Meaning of Home

Through their work, regional diaspora creatives Salma Tuqan, Hayv Kahraman, Diana Al-Hadid and Zineb Bennis explore the complex nature of identity and belonging

Inspiration

How To Get Rid of Mosquitoes in 7 Easy Steps

The recent unpredictable weather has created the perfect breeding conditions for mosquitoes. Here we tell you how to get rid of them naturally (and effectively)

Nail the Burgundy Autumn Colour Trend With 5 Timeless Designs

Call it Shiraz-chic or Cabernet-core, either way it’s a statement shade that is also surprisingly versatile – and it’s all over the latest furniture collections

‘70s Design Trends Get a Modern Makeover at This Glamorous Townhouse

Vintage pieces and a generous dose of pattern and colour have created a dwelling with roots in the iconic era but remains a chic, contemporary family home

7 Qatari Artists You Need To Know About

Qatar is rapidly emerging as one of the Gulf’s most important creative hubs, one that blends a rich artistic tradition with important contemporary ideas

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Culture & Lifestyle

7 Lebanese Artists You Need To Know About

Lebanon’s art scene is a powerful blend of multicultural influences and contemporary commentary that continues to inform the country’s artistic landscape
Architecture & Design

5 Iconic Buildings in the World That Have Broken Guinness Records

From the world's largest mirror-clad building to the biggest solar-powered office complex on the planet, these mega-projects have reshaped how we see the world
Culture & Lifestyle

This Luxury Resort in South of France Is an Unrivalled Modernist Marvel

Located on the outskirts of Monaco, The Maybourne Riviera promises endless views of the Côte d’Azur from its layer cake of sculptural terraces
Homes

Clever Design Ideas Make This One Bedroom Apartment Look Bigger

Designing a small apartment is one thing, making it chic and functional is another. Enter innovative storage solutions that maximised every inch of this small space
Decorating

How To Increase the Resale Value of Your Home: Try These 8 Easy Interior Upgrades (One Doesn’t Cost a Penny)

Planning to put your property on the market? These tips can boost its value by thousands without going for a full-scale refurbishment
Decorating

Nail the Granny Chic Interior Trend Without Your Home Looking Old-Fashioned

Vintage-inspired prints are all the rage; here’s how to style them with a modern twist
Culture & Lifestyle

Eid Al Adha 2024: The Top Holiday Destinations for the Upcoming Long Weekend

From the expected dates and trending international holiday destinations, to the best UAE staycations, this is your guide to making the most out of the break
Architecture & Design

The Residence at Claridge’s Hotel in London Is an Astonishing Two-Storey Glasshouse in the Sky

Designed by André Fu, the hotel's new duplex is part of a head-turning makeover that's made the legendary address more beguiling than ever
Architecture & Design

Modular Houses: A Buyer’s Guide to Choosing One That’s Perfect for You

With sustainability, efficiency and adaptability at the forefront of our minds, prefabricated homes are emerging as a new housing solution in the Middle East