The Journal

  • Open House: DAMAC Hills

    Open House: DAMAC Hills

    Join us in this edition of 'Open House' as we step into a stylish property with excellent views of the rolling green.

    • Portfolio
    • 1 min. read
    Feb 21st, 2024
  • In the Studio: Palm Living

    In the Studio: Palm Living

    Founders Nikki Martin & Karen Dougall chat about their journey to founding a contemporary furniture brand

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Feb 5th, 2024
  • Open House: La Mer South

    Open House: La Mer South

    Designed by XBD Collective, Harrisoni La Mer bridges local sensibilities and contemporary design in an exemplary way

    • Portfolio
    • 1 min. read
    Jan 30th, 2024
  • The Escape: Austria

    The Escape: Austria

    This sophisticated mountain getaway seamlessly blends the beauty of nature & design

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Jan 29th, 2024
  • The Escape: Zanzibar

    The Escape: Zanzibar

    Thoughtful design meets wellness at this tropical paradise

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Dec 29th, 2023
  • The Escape: Chetzeron Hotel

    The Escape: Chetzeron Hotel

    Old world charm meets new world luxury in Crans Montana, Switzerland

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Dec 22nd, 2023
  • Five best villas on the market

    Five best villas on the market

    Here are the five best villas listed with us, where architectural marvels meet stylish design

    • Portfolio
    • 1 min. read
    Dec 11th, 2023
  • Design House: Casa del Sol

    Design House: Casa del Sol

    The homeowners collaborated with XBD Collective to uplift their sweeping six-bedroom Palm Jumeirah abode

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Nov 23rd, 2023
  • In The Studio: XBD Collective

    In The Studio: XBD Collective

    Founder Ellen SΓö£Γòòhoel reflects on more than two decades of design in Dubai

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Nov 22nd, 2023
  • Design House: California Village

    Design House: California Village

    We discover this calming and contemporary sanctuary, a California Village abode reimagined by Benn Robinson.

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Nov 14th, 2023
  • Design House: NM Villa

    Design House: NM Villa

    The founder of Studio D04 shares the design & architecture journey of this exquisite villa.

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Oct 26th, 2023
  • Design House: One Palm Penthouse

    Design House: One Palm Penthouse

    Flashes of citrus, quirky collectibles and contemporary lines characterise this modern, masculine retreat

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Oct 9th, 2023
  • The Menu: The Guild

    The Menu: The Guild

    We interview founder Tom Arnel and London-based architect David Archer on this buzzing new DIFC eatery

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Oct 4th, 2023
  • In The Studio: Elicyon

    In The Studio: Elicyon

    We sit down with Charu Gandhi, founder and director of ultra-luxury architectural interior design firm, Elicyon

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Sep 25th, 2023
  • Design House: Slow Living in The City

    Design House: Slow Living in The City

    Sola Kbaitry's abode pioneers a wabi-sabi design philosophy and extends the joy of laidback living.

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Sep 19th, 2023
  • In the studio: The Loom Collection

    In the studio: The Loom Collection

    Rozina & Brad's love for functional & contemporary design resulted in the culmination of this luxury furniture brand

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Sep 18th, 2023