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Jeddah’s historic seaport has taken on a new life as the Red Sea Museum, transforming Bab Al-Bunt, the city’s iconic gateway, into a vibrant cultural space that bridges history and contemporary art. For centuries, the pointed double-curved arches of Bab Al-Bunt welcomed pilgrims arriving by sea, marking the final leg of their spiritual journey to Makkah and Madinah.
While Oman’s art scene may appear quieter than those of other Gulf nations, its silence conceals a powerful depth. Inside small studios and intimate galleries, a new artistic movement is unfolding—one in which local stories intertwine with global symbolic echoes.
In a city shaped by cycles of disruption, resilience, and reinvention, Beirut Art Center’s latest exhibition, “A Slow Burn”, captures the quiet intensity that simmers beneath Lebanon’s contemporary art scene. Running from November 13, 2025 to February 28, 2026, the exhibition emerged from an open call inviting young artists from Lebanon and the wider region to explore the theme of fire — not only as an element, but as a metaphor for transformation, instability, and latent power.
The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has marked a pivotal moment in its design journey. As the eighth and final edition of its flagship event Tanween came to a close, Ithra announced a bold transformation: beginning in 2026, the annual gathering will relaunch under a new identity — Ithra Design Week.
In her latest solo exhibition at Hunna Art Gallery in Kuwait, Egyptian artist Amina Yahia investigates the subtle yet forceful systems shaping contemporary life in Egypt — from the built environment to the emotional interiority of its people.
At NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery, Ala Younis presents her first West Asia retrospective, Past of a Temporal Universe — a wide-ranging study of how history is performed, rehearsed and continually reshaped.
In Osman Hamdi Bey’s luminous painting Young Emir Studying, a young man reclines gracefully on a patterned carpet, wrapped in a robe so vividly green it seems to glow.
Part Mediterranean haven, part contemporary gallery, Bungalo34 has quickly become one of Dubai’s most enchanting destinations.
The 11th iteration of Dubai Design Week (4-9 November 2025) at the Dubai Design District (d3) takes community as its guiding principle, and re-positions design as a means of gathering, belonging and social exchange.
In his compelling new body of work, Syrian painter Elias Izoli turns the familiar imagery of the circus—a world of clowns, tight-rope walkers and trapeze artists—into a searing metaphor for life under the regime of Bashar Al Assad.
In a landmark collaboration, Christie’s and Alserkal have announced an ambitious exhibition dedicated to the late Syrian painter Marwan Kassab‑Bachi
Beyond Emerging Artists 2025: Meet This Year’s Selected Creatives
VOLTA Basel 2025 Spotlights MENA Pavilion: A Bold Move Turning Heads and Sparking Debate
Christie’s London Hosts Landmark Arab Art Exhibition
Banksy’s Iconic Street Art Lands in Dubai for World Art Fair
Boghossian Foundation, 2024 Prize Winners, Lebanon
Samia Osseiran Junblat
Noor Al Suwaidi, Divine Chaos
Totems, Khawla Foundation
Lebanese artist Omar Mismar made a splash at the Venice Biennale with a series of political mosaics inspired by ancient works, some of which comment on the regime of Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad.
Rock Art Found in Saudi Arabian Cave Offers ‘Rare Glimpse’ Into Ancient Human Life
LEBANON | UNTITLED to showcase leading modern and contemporary Lebanese artists at Cromwell Place, as part of Middle East curated moments
Fashion Trust Arabia (FTA) hosted its third annual FTA 2021 Prize today in Doha, Qatar, at the National Museum.
After being held virtually in 2020, Abu Dhabi Art is returning this year with a physical event at the capital city’s Manarat Al-Saadiyat.
The gallery's name takes inspiration from Bahrain being the first Gulf nation to strike oil
A giant Easter egg bedecked with hundreds of 24-karat gold leaves.
The aluminium-clad Luma Arles arts tower designed by Frank Gehry to evoke Van Gogh's Starry Night painting is nearing completion in southern France.
The exhibition began its worldwide tour at the Institute of the Arab World in Paris in 2015, moving to the British Museum and then onto Zurich’s Rietberg Museum, which was the last stop in its European journey
In collaboration with rapper Tommy Cash, Adidas has unveiled the longest running sneaker they have ever imagined, taking direct inspiration from Superstar, one of its favorite models.
LOEWE is releasing a new collection of bags featuring the house’s iconic Anagram logo patterned within soft canvas jacquard.
A $22,000 tiny home can be unfolded from the box it's delivered in by 2 people in 3 hours and is meant to be moved around
New York's government has revealed plans for a 366-meter-long elevated walkway that will connect the High Line in Manhattan to the recently extended Penn Station.
The Saudi Ministry of Culture is about to launch the 2nd edition of an art residency in the picturesque Al-Balad in Jeddah for 2021-2022.
Architecture studio Adjaye Associates has revealed its design for a new art gallery at Princeton University that will have numerous entrances to connect it to the campus.
The Palestinian designer discusses his journey from launching his own brand to designing drinking fountains for Expo 2020
Givenchy unveils the Antigona Soft handbag collection, which is the latest addition to the Antigona family of bags, and is unique in colors and textures that mimic the Fall / Winter 2021/2020 season.
Zaha Hadid Architects has designed a modular housing for a site off the coast of Honduras with curved roofs and rounded balconies that can be customised by residents.
Swiss designer Yves Behar has unveiled his design for French ocean conservationist Fabien Cousteau's underwater pressurised research station that will be "the ocean's equivalent to the International Space Station".
Architecture studio Nudes has designed a school covered in plants and topped by a cycling track shaped like an infinity symbol for Pune, India.
New Mummies Discovered in Egypt May Hold Clues to Finally Finding Cleopatra's Tomb
The MIZUNO ENERZY Signature Shoe Delivers a High Energy Return
Altering the aesthetic of conventional school uniforms, Kim added unusual materials and elements such as beanbags and leg warmers to her garments.
The Berlin office of David Chipperfield Architects has built an art gallery and conference hall to complete the Carmen Würth Forum cultural building in Künzelsau, Germany.
Transport design studio PriestmanGoode has developed a concept for a high-performance balloon and pressurised capsule for Space Perspective to take space tourists on a "cruise" around the stratosphere.
Students at Princess Noura bint Abdulrahman University (PNU) will be able to take advantage of a new program teaching business Chinese.
Swedish furniture brand Hem has revealed the creative processes that went into Soft Baroque studio's Puffy Brick counter, which is made from jesmonite-injected balloons.
While many gyms are struggling to reopen under new social-distancing guidelines, one club has found a creative solution for people who don't want to give up their workouts.
Algerians and Europeans, including British tourists, will be permitted back into the country from 27 June, and a further announcement about conditions of entry into the country is expected next week.
United Airlines will address coronavirus concerns by requiring passengers and crew to submit a health assessment before flying.
Situated on the Great Barrier Reef, Australia off the shore of Townsville, North Queensland, the Museum of Underwater Art has unveiled stunning images of unique and captivating installations beneath the waves.
Italy is on its way to having its own Camino de Santiago with a new route that will connect all of the country's national parks.
The ancient Wieliczka salt mine, begun in the 13th century, is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Georgian government announced that domestic tourism can resume from 15 June while borders could open to foreign tourists as early as 1 July.
Universal Orlando plans to reopen on 5 June at reduced capacity and new health and with strict new safety procedures in place.
Berlin-based designers Martin Binder and Claudio Rimmele have designed a concept for an "infection-free" playground where children could play together safely during the coronavirus pandemic.
More than food and drink is offered inside this healthy cafe in Madrid, where architecture practice Andrés Jaque/Office for Political Innovation has included a host of quirky facilities.
The Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve in Lancaster, California, is in full bloom.
Cos has launched its first line of women’s activewear as part of its Spring 2020 offering.
Argentina has banned all internal and international commercial flights until September 1st as the country battles the coronavirus pandemic.
Christian Lewis is taking self-isolation to the next level. He's completely alone on a tiny Scottish island with his dog, Jet.
The Danner x Topo Designs SP20 Capsule Has Vibrant Finishes
This picture taken on June 18, 2018 shows tourists taking pictures of a mural at the now derelict ashram visited by the Beatles 50 years ago, in Rishikesh in northern India.
In an open letter, the organisation criticises building work in the historic area, which is on the nomination list to become a World Heritage site
Christians in the Philippines celebrate Palm Sunday on their laptop.
You can find the adorable best friends at the Pairi Daiza zoo in Brugelette, Belgium, where they often spend their days playing together.
A packed drive-in movie theater in Essen, Germany, on Monday, March 30, 2020. Only two people are allowed per car, tickets are sold online only.
Architecture firm OMA has completed the Galleria department store in Gwanggyo, South Korea, with a stone facade that has a multifaceted-glass passage cut into it.
Longer hair gives you more room to have fun with colors, layers, and styles.
A mix of retail and cultural facilities will make up the Wollert Neighbourhood Centre, which OMA has proposed for the town of Whittlesea, Australia.
Tate Modern in London is among the four Tate locations that will be shut from tomorrow due to coronavirus
Modern Arab art is having a moment.
Houses nearby to a local winery had Lambrusco Grasparossa coming from their taps instead of water.
Hyundai has revealed its latest Prophecy concept car that has smooth lines and is designed to prompt an emotional response.
A new resort in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, consists entirely of treehouses.
Nike has designed basketball and soccer uniforms for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics that it says will be the "most sustainable" and "highest performing" to date.
If you’re looking for amazing drinks, food and views of the city –day or night, rooftop lounges in Chicago are a must for any visitor or local looking for a great time.
A Chinese architect designed a shield that would protect a wearer during a coronavirus outbreak by using UV light to sterilise itself.
Design Museum celebrates the electronic history of Kraftwerk, Chemical Brothers and Aphex Twin.
Expo 2020 Dubai will host the world for 173 days, each one brimming with new experiences.
The Rolls Royce Phantom that once belonged to His Highness Sheikh Zayed Founder of UAE is located in Vienna and will be back to UAE soon
The cast of Friends is to reunite for a one-off special, more than 15 years since the show ended.
Paris Fashion Week schedule