OUT AND ABOUT

The places to be for fans of all things design

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Together world tour: Dubai After starting in Milan in April of this year, before landing in Berlin, London and Paris, Ideal Standard’s fifth collection launch will take place in Dubai on November 22. Titled a ‘Moment of Innovation’ the live stream event will take place from the Belgian Pavilion at EXPO 2020. The presentation will be a dive into the city’s Arabesque aesthetic style and modern finesse. Hosting the event will be Roberto Palomba, chief design officer at Ideal Standard, along with local industry experts, including architects Janus Rostock and Joe Tabet. “We will be diving deep into the ever evolving, kaleidoscopic view of design that is united in the stunning city of Dubai,” explains Ahmed Hafez CEO of Ideal Standard MENA. “The glitz and glamour of the city tied together with deep rooted Islamic culture and art, makes it truly a global icon.” Register for the event at togetherworldtour.com

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St Regis Downtown Dubai Throwing open its doors in October, the new St. Regis Downtown Dubai has marked itself firmly on the luxury map of the UAE. “The St. Regis brand is tailored to the modern day connoisseurs as a home away from home destination,” offers Claire Craig, design director at WA International - who are the firm behind the interiors. The entrance chandelier was created to represent a gold necklace, reminiscent of those in the Gold Souk. Continuing with their nod to local culture, the walls- and their dedicated gallery- are adorned with artwork sourced by Thuraya Kamber. Using curated pieces from three local artists, Fatma Lootah, Julia Ibbini and Mike Arnold the walls speak of the city’s diversity. And of course, as with each of their properties, the rooms are elegantly furnished with showers and stand-alone bathtubs. stregisdowntowndubai.com

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Akmal’s 11 Woodfire Opening its doors late November, the newest project by Chef Akmal and Atelier House Hospitality is set to be earthy in method, taste and design. Bringing woodfire cooking and a traditional approach to hospitality, “We are thrilled to partner with 11 Woodfire to bring such a unique dining concept to the region,” said Ahmass Fakahany, CEO and Founder of Atelier House Hospitality. “Chef Akmal is friend and a special talent in culinary innovation. Together we are bringing this vision around his heritage to life.” The menu showcases various types of grill cooking, using different kinds of wood to enhance the flavours. Hoping to inspire a sense of nostalgia, the outdoor terrace has a white stone finish, with interesting leaf structures towering above the wooden tables. Located on Jumeirah Beach Road, the principle of eating here is simplicity. @11woodfire