In a region where design has always been a language of memory, and reinvention; Arab designers are at the forefront of reimagining the objects that surround us.
From modular tables that speak in pixels to stitched cushions that carry political whispers, today’s most exciting pieces are furniture and cultural artifacts, design statements, and small revolutions in form.
This kHAMSA5 curation brings together some of the most compelling and conversation-starting design pieces by Arab designers working across Beirut, Ramallah, Dubai and beyond. What ties them together is craft, creativity and a rootedness in regional identity. Their willingness to experiment and refusal to make beauty ever changing draws us strongly to their world.
Whether you’re looking to invest in collectible design, refresh your space with a local touch, or simply learn who’s shaping the Arab design scene from the ground up—this list is your entry point:
١. Jamil Lounge Chair – Local Industries
Industrial edge meets laid-back comfort. The Jamil Lounge Chair features a clean-lined metal frame paired with upholstered cushions in warm, understated tones. Designed in Palestine, it channels both functionality and quiet confidence.
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٢. Pixels Table – Kawn Designs
Kawn’s Pixels Table transforms a digital-age aesthetic into a handcrafted object of art. Built from hand-cut stone blocks arranged like a pixel grid, the piece fuses nostalgia and material mastery in a way that feels both playful and architectural.
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٣. August Cushion – Bokja
The August Cushion is a vivid textile statement layered with embroidered phrases like “Hold Your Fire” and “I’m Not Leaving.” It captures Bokja’s signature blend of craft, heritage, and contemporary political narrative—an artwork you can rest your head on.
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٤. Anvil Console – Rami Majzoub
A sculptural console inspired by physics and industrial processes, the Anvil blends minimalism with meaning. Majzoub’s work reflects Beirut’s energy—precise, experimental, and quietly radical in its elegance.
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٥. Macaron Seats – Ammar Kalo
The Macaron Seats are rounded, inviting, and ergonomically clever. Inspired by sweets but built with sculptural integrity, they balance playfulness with a functional sophistication that elevates any space.
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٦. Palm Vessel – Aljoud Lootah
The Palm Vessel draws inspiration from Emirati traditions while using modern geometries to reinterpret the iconic palm tree. Both ornamental and practical, it’s a subtle nod to the region’s material heritage.
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٧. Constellation C040 – david/nicolas
Part of the “Constellation” series, this piece reimagines retro-futurism through the lens of Lebanese craftsmanship. Sleek yet soulful, it sits somewhere between collectible furniture and sci-fi architecture.
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٨. All Eyes Kilim – Iwan Maktabi x Nadine Kanso
A collaboration that brings Arabic typography into textile art, the “All Eyes Kilim” turns calligraphy into visual impact. This piece is as much about cultural storytelling as it is about tradition-rich weaving.
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٩. Tatami Table – Nada Debs
The Tatami Table merges Japanese weaving techniques with Middle Eastern marquetry. Featuring gradient wood tones and modular design, it exemplifies Nada Debs’ philosophy of “handmade and heartmade.”
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