An Immersive Guide to Downtown Design Riyadh
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The fair is also set to welcome an impressive line-up of global brands, with exciting debuts and creative collaborations, including Cosentino and Kuwait-based Babnimnim Design Studio's Moon Vignettes , an installation inspired by the ancient concept of the Moon Gate. Lasvit is showcasing Splash , a luminous piece designed by Martin Gallo that recently showcased at this year's Salone del Mobile in Milan. Natuzzi Italia will debut the modular Amama sofa for the first time in the region, and Maison Louis Drucker teams with TRAME and Aranda\Lasch for a tech-meets-craft launch. Other highlights include Saint Louis' Torsade , and Scarlet Splendour, which makes its regional debut with bold brass designs by designer Richard Hutten.
Bompas & Parr, the London-based, creative duo known for crafting wild, immersive food experiences that blend art, science, and gastronomy have collaborated with regional eatery The Lighthouse to bring an onsite, multi-sensory pop-up at the fair. Glow-in-the-dark desserts and conceptual mocktails are served in a space designed by local firm Laeta Interior, inspired by the disciplined dreamers of the Bauhaus movement. Saudi specialty coffee brands Origin Roasters and Marble x Easy Bakery will also bring fresh brews and local flavours to the fair.
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