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Noor Riyadh 2025 returns: the city after dark Riyadh is about to glow again. Noor Riyadh comes back for its fifth edition from 20 November to 6 December 2025, turning the capital into an open air gallery of light, sound, and scale. This year’s theme, In the Blink of an Eye, looks at speed, perception, and a city in motion. Expect more than sixty installations and performances that trace a path from the historic core to the new skyline. When and where Dates: 20 November to 6 December 2025 Daily timings: installations illuminate 6:00 pm to 1:00 am Citywide hubs: Qasr Al Hokm District, King Abdulaziz Historical Center, stc Metro Station, KAFD Station, Public Investment Fund Tower, and JAX District. The route intentionally links heritage streets, museum courtyards, the metro spine, and the financial district so visitors can experience the festival by foot and by train. The curatorial lens Noor Riyadh 2025 is shaped by an international team: Mami Kataoka of Mori Art Museum, Li Zhenhua of Beijing Art Lab, and Riyadh based curator Sara Almutlaq. Their brief invites artists to play with memory and speed, asking how a single instant can change how we read the city. A capsule in Venice previewed the curatorial approach ahead of the festival, drawing a straight line between Riyadh’s rapid transformation and contemporary light practice. What to expect on the ground The 2025 program brings around sixty artworks by fifty nine artists from twenty four countries, with more than thirty five new commissions. Names announced include Saad Al Howede, Monira Al Qadiri, Abdulrahman Al Soliman, James Clar, Ivana Franke, fuse*, Ayoung Kim, Shinji Ohmaki, Michelangelo Pistoletto, and Muhannad Shono. Expect projections, kinetic pieces, immersive corridors of light, and works that respond to wind, sound, and the flow of people through metro stations and plazas. A brief history Noor Riyadh launched in 2021 and has grown into the world’s largest light art festival under the Riyadh Art program. The third edition in 2023 was led by Jérôme Sans with a team of curators and stretched across five main sites including KAFD and JAX. The fourth edition in 2024, Light Years Apart, was curated by Dr Effat Abdullah Fadag and Dr Alfredo Cramerotti and logged new Guinness World Records while drawing millions of visits. The festival’s evolution tracks with Vision 2030 and with Riyadh Art’s mandate to seed public art across the city. Practical details for visitors Hours: plan your walk for 6:00 pm to 1:00 am when installations are lit. Weekday evenings are calmer, while weekends bring more buzz. Getting around: the stc and KAFD metro stations double as festival sites, so the train becomes part of the experience. Heritage sites and museum precincts host intimate works, while tower facades carry large scale pieces. Program beyond the works: expect talks, tours, and workshops produced by Riyadh Art and partners, designed to open the making process to students and families. Why this edition matters The theme asks us to pay attention to the instant. Riyadh is changing quickly. The curatorial team uses light to freeze a moment so audiences can notice texture, memory, and rhythm. The choice of locations bridges eras of the city, from the courts of Qasr Al Hokm to the glass of PIF Tower. The result is a map you can walk, a set of encounters after dark, and a portrait of a capital that treats public space as a studio.

Music Travel Love captures Shura Island in a cinematic performance that celebrates Saudi creativity and global connection A new rhythm has emerged along the shores of Shura Island. To celebrate the opening of the island at The Red Sea, the Canadian duo Music Travel Love collaborated with Saudi singers Zena Emad and Hamza Hawsawi to create a global music moment filmed at The Red Sea EDITION, the island’s first resort. Together, they reinterpreted the classic anthem Don’t Stop Believin’  through a live acoustic performance that blends Saudi instrumentation, soul and storytelling within the natural beauty of the destination. The collaboration transforms Shura Island into a stage where art and place come together, reflecting a creative spirit that defines a new era for Saudi Arabia. The performance is both intimate and cinematic, combining the power of music with a vision of connection and pride. A performance inspired by the land and sea Led by brothers Bob and Clint Moffatt, Music Travel Love has become known for performances that connect music to place. Their projects have taken them around the world, where they reimagine familiar songs within landscapes that evoke emotion and memory. Their work in Saudi Arabia marks the beginning of a new creative journey, one that brings together international artistry and Saudi talent under the title Music Travel Love and Friends . The video features the voices of Hamza Hawsawi and Zena Emad, joined by oud player Hazim Khamees and percussionist Kareem Quraish on darbuka. Each element reflects Saudi artistry, from styling by Koren Dasoar for Personage to custom designs by Not Boring by Yazeed Abahussein and jewelry by APOA (A Piece of Art) worn by Zena Emad. The result is more than a performance. It is a visual and musical portrait of modern Saudi creativity, confident in its voice and rooted in its environment. Voices behind the project “For us, this was about creating something that belonged to this moment, with these artists, in this place,” said Bob and Clint Moffatt. “We have filmed in many incredible locations around the world, but Shura Island offered a unique creative energy. Working alongside Saudi musicians gave the song new character through their voices and instruments.” “It was an absolute pleasure collaborating with Music Travel Love and Zena Emad,” said Hamza Hawsawi. “Performing together with the Red Sea as our backdrop was an experience I will never forget.” “This project allowed us to share a side of Saudi Arabia that people have not experienced before,” said Zena Emad. “Singing at the shoreline and blending our sound into a global song felt powerful and true. It was a proud moment for all of us.” A creative milestone for The Red Sea Music Travel Love last filmed in the region in Abu Dhabi, where their acoustic video set against the fossil dunes reached millions of viewers. Their move to The Red Sea represents a new chapter for the duo and for the destination, reflecting a place defined by imagination, vision and artistic possibility. The Red Sea EDITION now welcomes guests as the first resort on Shura Island, with SLS The Red Sea and InterContinental The Red Sea Resort opening later this year. Through 2026, the island will continue to grow with the arrival of Four Seasons, Fairmont, Grand Hyatt, Raffles, Rosewood, Jumeirah, Faena and Miraval, establishing it as one of the world’s most dynamic new destinations for design, hospitality and culture. Visitors can reach Shura Island through Red Sea International Airport, which offers direct flights from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dubai and Doha, along with easy access from major European cities. From there, guests cross Saudi Arabia’s longest overwater bridge to reach the island, entering a world shaped by sea, sky and creativity. Don’t Stop Believin’ by Music Travel Love and Friends at Shura Island, The Red Sea  is now live, marking a new chapter for Saudi artistry and global collaboration where sound, culture and place move in harmony. Watch the music video HERE .

Istituto Marangoni Riyadh hosts an engaging conversation on fashion education Riyadh welcomed a thoughtful exchange of ideas as Istituto Marangoni Riyadh hosted a panel discussion titled Designing the Future of Fashion in Saudi . The event gathered leading names from the fashion and education sectors to explore how learning, mentorship, and collaboration are redefining the Kingdom’s creative landscape. The conversation was led by fashion journalist and author Sujata Assomull, who moderated a panel featuring Ingie Chalhoub, Founder and President of Étoile Group and long-time mentor at Istituto Marangoni, Burak Cakmak, CEO of the Fashion Commission, and Anna Zinola, School and Education Director at Istituto Marangoni Riyadh. Together, they reflected on how education continues to anchor Saudi Arabia’s progress toward Vision 2030 and the creative economy it is building. A foundation for creative growth The panelists spoke about the importance of education as both a creative and economic force. They discussed how Istituto Marangoni’s presence in Riyadh is helping to equip young designers and entrepreneurs with the knowledge, technical ability, and confidence to thrive within an evolving global industry. The discussion highlighted the growing relationship between industry mentorship and education, and how this partnership will accelerate the professional development of Saudi talent. Chalhoub shared her perspective on nurturing emerging designers, emphasizing the power of guidance in shaping identity and skill. Cakmak outlined how the Fashion Commission continues to open pathways for Saudi creatives to gain access to opportunities, resources, and international exposure. The new creative classroom Located in King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), Istituto Marangoni Riyadh opened its doors in August 2025 with advanced training diplomas in Fashion Design, Fashion Management, Fashion Product, Fashion Communication & Image, and Fragrances & Cosmetics Management. Beginning in January, new professional courses will focus on subjects such as pattern cutting, retail management, visual merchandising, and digital design for fashion. The programs emphasize innovation, including the application of artificial intelligence within the design process. Through close collaboration with the Fashion Commission, the school aims to create a bridge between education and industry, linking Saudi students to an international network of mentors and professionals. The result is a curriculum that balances creative expression with business insight, preparing graduates to contribute meaningfully to the Kingdom’s growing fashion sector. A creative ecosystem in motion Saudi Arabia’s creative economy is rapidly expanding, with projections that the sector will contribute 2.6 percent to GDP by 2025 and generate more than 340,000 jobs. As the country invests in both infrastructure and talent, education remains the foundation on which this creative ecosystem will continue to grow. For Istituto Marangoni Riyadh, Designing the Future of Fashion in Saudi  marked more than a discussion. It represented a shared belief that learning, mentorship, and collaboration will shape the next generation of Saudi designers who are ready to lead on a global stage.

Saudi Arabia’s fashion ecosystem just gained another anchor partnership. The Saudi Fashion Association has announced an agreement with CATALOG Models, a Riyadh-based agency, signaling a practical step toward building a robust pipeline for modeling, casting, and runway operations in the Kingdom. While formal terms are not yet public, the move aligns with the Association’s mandate to strengthen collaboration, professionalize the sector, and create clear on-ramps for Saudi creatives. Why this matters For emerging and established designers, dependable access to trained models and organized casting is not a luxury, it is essential infrastructure. Pairing the Association’s sector-wide reach with a homegrown modeling platform promises faster show prep, more consistent fittings, and a higher standard of runway execution across brand presentations, seasonal showcases, and fashion week moments. The agreement also supports the localization of creative jobs that have historically been outsourced. What designers can expect A clearer pipeline from studio to runway.  Streamlined model scouting, casting briefs, and call-sheet logistics reduce friction for independent labels and larger houses alike. Standards and training.  Shared guidelines on walk coaching, fittings, backstage etiquette, and brand alignment raise the baseline for professional practice. Better representation for Saudi aesthetics.  With a local roster, designers can cast faces that reflect the Kingdom’s cultural identity while meeting international production standards. What it unlocks for creatives Models and talent.  Aspiring models gain a visible pathway to bookings, portfolio development, and mentorship under a reputable Riyadh agency. Stylists, MUAs, and show crews.  A more predictable production calendar means steadier opportunities for freelance creatives, from hair and makeup to choreography and show calling. Education and upskilling.  Expect workshops and short courses, building on the Association’s existing training activity, to map directly to real casting and runway needs. The bigger picture Saudi fashion is scaling quickly, with institutions formalizing pathways for talent and partnerships that connect education, production, and promotion. Agreements like this sit alongside broader initiatives that aim to elevate capacity and visibility for Saudi brands at home and abroad. For designers, the takeaway is simple. There will be more structure around casting, more opportunities to tell authentic Saudi stories on the runway, and more reasons to build your show calendar in Riyadh.

The VIP dinner was hosted by Chef Daniel Boulud himself The room felt like Paris in the capital. Marble softly lit, silver polished to a mirror, and that unmistakable perfume of shaved truffle rising from the pass. To mark the start of truffle season, Café Boulud at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh hosted an intimate dinner with Chef Daniel Boulud in attendance, a celebration of the ingredient that defines winter luxury and a nod to the restaurant’s first year in the city. Guests were welcomed with a quiet confidence that suits the Four Seasons address, then guided through a multi course tasting that moved from earthy black truffle to the season’s first shavings in classic Boulud style. The menu showed why the chef’s houses around the world treat truffle season as a ritual. Balance over bravado, sauces with memory, and a tempo that lets aroma lead. In Riyadh, the team’s French technique meets a local audience that understands refinement, and the result is a table that feels both global and at home. Chef Boulud’s presence gave the night its sparkle. Between courses he greeted tables, spoke about sourcing and ripeness, and shared how he thinks about truffles across his restaurants each winter. His visit also coincides with the city’s growing Dinex footprint, including the intimate ten seat Julien experience nestled behind Café Boulud, another sign that Riyadh is now part of the chef’s seasonal circuit. The setting did its part. Rockwell Group’s garden toned interiors and the light filled orangery made an elegant stage for a series of plates that layered texture and warmth. Service hit the sweet spot between choreography and ease, the cheese trolley drew its own applause, and the final flourish arrived under a veil of truffle that made the room go quiet for a moment. It was the kind of evening that explains why Café Boulud’s Riyadh outpost entered the MICHELIN Guide so quickly. If you go Café Boulud is at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh, Kingdom Centre. Truffle season menus run for a limited time each winter. Book directly with the hotel and ask about special tasting evenings and Julien’s private counter if you want a deeper dive into the kitchen’s craft.

It was a Riyadh home moment with heart Riyadh showed up in style for sisters Lojain and Aseel Omran as they introduced a home capsule at Crate & Barrel that speaks softly and lives beautifully. The look is modern Middle East at home, built on calm neutrals, sculptural glass, and warm textures that fit real rooms, not just showrooms. The launch felt personal, with the sisters walking guests through vignettes that mirror how they actually live, from elegant coffee rituals to relaxed evening corners. It is an edit that layers easily into existing spaces and feels right from apartment to villa. What gives the collaboration its glow is the match between voices and brand. Lojain, one of the region’s most followed media personalities, and Aseel, a Saudi actress and singer, have long shaped taste in ways that cross fashion, culture, and lifestyle. Crate & Barrel’s Riyadh presence, including Century Corner and Sahara Mall, creates a natural stage for that conversation, with rooms set for browsing, testing, and styling on the spot. On the floor, the capsule moves with a designer’s restraint. Think linen and boucle that invite touch, rippled glass that catches afternoon light, pale wood that warms without weighing a room down, and small objects that anchor coffee tables without clutter. The idea is to refresh a space with a few well chosen gestures. Start with a statement vase and a tray for date service, add textured cushions, then finish with glassware that makes even water feel considerate. The community energy mattered too. Fans lined up for photos and quick conversations, and the meet and greet kept the focus on design rather than noise. That tone sits well with a retailer that has been expanding thoughtfully in the Kingdom under Majid Al Futtaim, building stores that behave like idea labs as much as retail floors. If you are updating a living room before the season’s gatherings, this is a polished place to begin, with styling help in store and pieces that feel current yet calm. If you go Crate & Barrel Riyadh locations include Century Corner on King Fahad Road and Sahara Mall. Look for “Lojain’s Favorites” in store and online, and ask associates to build a vignette around your room dimensions for a quick, confidence giving refresh.

Candy meets the Riviera in a collaboration with noted French artist La Petite Maison Riyadh has invited a burst of playfulness into its elegant dining room. The French Mediterranean institution is hosting its first artistic collaboration with Laurence Jenkell, the Côte d’Azur sculptor celebrated for her gleaming “Wrapping Candy” works, a motif that has become a global symbol of joy, nostalgia, and craft. Recent posts from the artist and the restaurant confirmed the Riyadh collaboration at the end of October, with Jenkell’s bonbon sculptures appearing in situ and a program of creative moments around the unveiling. For guests, the pairing makes intuitive sense. LPM’s room already feels like a slice of the Riviera in Al Olaya, all light, linen, and market produce treated with care. The restaurant’s new Déjà Vu menu of alcohol free cocktails reads like a vintage magazine of coastal stories, so Jenkell’s polished candies slip naturally into the scene as tactile memories translated into contemporary sculpture. Expect a refined dialogue between plate, glass, and gallery object, with the dining ritual framing the works rather than competing with them. Jenkell, a self-taught artist and Chevalier of the French Order of Arts and Letters, developed her signature torsion technique in the 1990s to “wrap” color and light into plexiglass forms that feel both familiar and elevated. Her pieces have traveled from major galleries to world events, and she recently anchored Middle East showings that brought the candy motif into regional conversations around design and pop sensibility. Seeing the work in a living, dining context highlights the artist’s intent to reconnect viewers with childlike wonder while honoring craft and finish. If you go, book a table that catches the room’s natural glow, then let service guide you through signatures and the Riviera inspired mocktails that LPM Riyadh has been perfecting. It is an evening that feels curated rather than staged, a meeting of French Mediterranean hospitality and contemporary art that makes the restaurant feel like a small salon, right here in the capital.

Vacheron Constantin’s most glamorous high jewelry timepiece is back in the spotlight The Grand Lady Kalla, first introduced in 2024 as an all diamond ode to Art Deco elegance, now arrives in vivid color with new emerald, ruby, and sapphire interpretations. Each one feels like a jewel box distilled into a watch, designed to glide from wrist to neckline with an effortless, modern grace. The story begins with Kallista in 1979, a one of a kind creation that set the maison on a path where watchmaking and high jewelry share the same heartbeat. The original Lady Kalla followed in 1980. Today’s Grand Lady Kalla honors that lineage and updates it for a collector who values both heritage and play. The set is designed to be worn four ways, without tools, shifting from timepiece on a fully gem set bracelet to pendant on a sautoir, then to jewel alone, or back again. It is a piece that understands how women really dress for a gala, for a dinner, and for everything in between. The new trilogy introduces color to the collection for the first time. The Emerald version is crafted in platinum and pairs white diamonds with saturated green stones across bracelet, watch, and jewel, with a sugarloaf cut emerald that anchors the composition. Ruby and sapphire versions are set in white gold and arrive with matching bead sautoirs, Akoya pearls, and mineral accents that extend the palette and give the necklaces a jewelry first presence. The articulation, the cut selection, and the way the stones seat into precious metal are all a reminder that Vacheron Constantin makes high jewelry watches with the same conviction it brings to its métiers d’art. Up close, the details reward lingering. The watch case is petite and architectural, set with emerald cut diamonds that echo the bracelet’s rhythm. Dimensions remain refined at roughly nineteen by thirty millimeters, allowing the piece to sit comfortably and keep the dial discreet. A quartz movement is used to preserve size and balance, a practical choice in a world where the object is both timekeeper and jewel. On the sautoir, polished beads and pearls enrich the line and add softness against the skin. The whole set reads as a suite, yet each element can stand on its own, which is rare in transformable high jewelry. The attitude is pure salon glamour. Diamonds and onyx recall the monochrome debut from 2024. Color brings a fresh mood that feels timely for winter openings and private season dinners. This is not a watch that hides under a sleeve. It is a conversation between cut, light, and movement, and the maison has written the dialogue with care. The transformable construction is tool free, the wearability is considered, the craftsmanship is the quiet constant that holds the whole performance together. For collectors in Riyadh, the Grand Lady Kalla speaks to a taste for statements that are refined rather than loud. It is meant for evenings where the invitation reads black tie, for museum galas, for modern couture, for a private night when jewelry is the story and time is the accent. In a year when the maison also celebrates technical bravura at the Louvre and unveils new métiers pieces, this high jewelry chapter underscores a truth about Vacheron Constantin. The house builds objects that live equally in culture and in craft. If you have followed the Kalla line for decades, you know the codes. If you are meeting it for the first time, start with the bracelet and watch, then try the necklace and jewel alone. The collection is designed to let you choose your scene. That freedom, combined with a century of savoir faire, is what makes the Grand Lady Kalla feel like the right kind of luxury now.

VIA Riyadh to host a week of curated Arab elegance Ana Arabiya returns to VIA Riyadh this November with the kind of polish that defines a true luxury season moment. From 2 to 8 November, the region’s largest platform for Arab creativity fills the Al Hada address with fashion, jewelry, fragrance, accessories, home objects, and limited editions, all curated for discovery and delight. It is a week where elegance feels effortless and the shopping is as considered as the design. Set within VIA Riyadh’s marble colonnades and private salons, Ana Arabiya brings together hundreds of designers from across the Arab world, turning the destination into a living gallery of craftsmanship and new ideas. Expect signature houses, rising labels, and one-off capsules, alongside concierge-level service that encourages slow browsing, private appointments, and bespoke commissions. The result is a refined counterpoint to the energy of Riyadh Season, created for guests who want sophistication, provenance, and meaningful keepsakes. The draw is not only breadth, it is the standard. Past editions have gathered more than 270 designers from 18 countries, with presentations that blend tradition and modernity in couture, jewelry, leather goods, and scent. This year continues that spirit on the most glamorous stage in the city, with VIA Riyadh elevating the experience through architecture, service, and an audience that understands luxury. For collectors, the week is an opportunity to meet makers, preview limited runs, and place custom orders in a setting that respects privacy and pace. For style seekers, it is a chance to build a wardrobe with pieces that speak to regional identity while standing confidently on the international scene. For the culturally curious, it is proof that Riyadh Season can be both spectacular and deeply considered, balancing blockbuster entertainment with an editorial showcase of Arab design. Plan for early evenings when the promenade hums, then linger for late appointments and small moments that make the event feel personal. Follow Ana Arabiya’s official channels for updates and entry details, and note that the program sits inside the broader Riyadh Season calendar, which brings the city to a full cultural shine through winter. This is the refined heart of the season, and it belongs on every luxury itinerary. Dates: 2–8 November 2025 Time: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM  Location: VIA Riyadh, Al Hada  Ticketing: Tickets and live updates via the official platforms: enjoy.sa  and WEBOOK

Ultima opens an ultra exclusive address for families and friends Riyadh’s luxury set has a new Swiss address to know. Ultima Collection is opening Ultima Promenade Gstaad this December, an ultra-exclusive private chalet on the village’s historic promenade that once belonged to the late Prince Karim Aga Khan IV. The residence has been reimagined as a sanctuary of quiet grandeur and contemporary ease, designed for families, friends, and the kind of celebrations that become stories. Spread across four expansive floors, the chalet balances intimacy and spectacle. There are eight bedroom suites and a children’s dormitory for full-house gatherings. A grand living room with wrap-around balconies and an open fire sets an elegant tone, while a dramatic dining room with soaring ceilings anchors long winter nights. Leisure comes by way of a private cinema, cigar lounge, games room, and even a discreet disco, so the mood can shift from low-lit conversation to late-night energy in one address. Interiors read timeless and tailored, with subtle Alpine cues and a calm palette that works in every season. Art is part of the narrative. Through a collaboration with Geneva’s Artion Galleries, rotating contemporary works are hand-selected to reflect the sensibilities of each stay, creating a considered dialogue between guest, place, and piece. It feels curated rather than decorated. Wellness is given an entire floor. Guests move between sauna, hammam, whirlpool, snow shower, cool pool, massage room, gym, and an indoor swimming pool. Programmes are bespoke and draw on Ultima’s expert team, from transformative personal training to signature spa rituals using Seed to Skin Tuscany and Augustinus Bader. Beyond the walls, the concierge shapes quiet journeys into Gstaad’s hidden corners so time away feels restorative and intentional. Service is where Ultima’s signature lives. A dedicated house manager anticipates the unseen, while a private chef, massage therapist, butlers, and chauffeur keep everything effortless. This winter also brings a gastronomic first. Zuma arrives in Gstaad with an exclusive pop-up at Ultima Hotel Gstaad and extends to the promenade chalet, where guests can host modern Japanese menus in residence prepared by a dedicated Zuma private chef. It is a welcome contrast to classic Alpine flavors and a clear signal of the collection’s culinary ambition. The address itself is part of the allure. Ultima Promenade Gstaad sits on the village’s most coveted stretch, surrounded by maisons from Louis Vuitton to Hermès and within a short glide of the slopes. Winter in Gstaad is a season of culture as much as snow, from the Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad to Art Gstaad, with the Gstaad Menuhin Festival, polo tournaments, and tennis championships carrying the energy through summer. The new opening places guests inside that rhythm with privacy and theatre in equal measure. Ultima Promenade Gstaad is set to become one of the destination’s defining stays. For Riyadh travelers who value discretion, design, and hospitality that moves at their pace, the promenade just gained a new pinnacle.

ARTDOM Riyadh is poised to spotlight design’s most influential voices and ideas for the region Riyadh has a red-letter date for the global interiors community. On November 11 and 12, 2025, the Four Seasons Hotel at Kingdom Centre hosts ARTDOM Riyadh, a two-day program poised to spotlight design’s most influential voices and ideas for the region. What sets this edition apart is the calibre and diversity of its Business Program. Expect architect Carlo Colombo and the much-loved Italian design thinker Giulio Cappellini alongside curator Rossana Orlandi and Parisian designer and interior architect Pierre Gonalons. Regional leaders join the conversation too, including Hany Saad, Dr. Mohammad Baydoun of DAMAC Properties, and Yannic Leveque of Red Sea Global. Across two focused days the agenda explores how thoughtful design reshapes hospitality, real estate development, and the broader arts and lifestyle ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. The format blends talks, case studies, and trend discussions designed to translate inspiration into practical direction for decision makers. There is also a serious product story. ARTDOM will examine the making of premium collections for houses and institutions that have defined the language of contemporary design from the V and A and MoMA to Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Poliform, Moroso, Knoll, Lalique, and more. It is a rare chance to hear directly from the creative minds who have shaped global icons and to understand how those ideas can land in the Kingdom. Expect the show floor to feel like a beautifully edited gallery. Exhibitors promise exceptional interior solutions and a curated selection of luxury design pieces and art, with exclusive presentations and premieres that reward unhurried browsing. ARTDOM is making a clear invitation to the people who build and influence the spaces we inhabit designers, architects, developers, private clients, and the collector community. If you are shaping the built environment in Riyadh, this is a room you will want to be in. Pre-registration is now open so you can secure your place among a global cohort that is actively redefining tomorrow’s living environments. Visit artdom.com to register. About ARTDOM Riyadh ARTDOM Riyadh is an international exhibition and congress dedicated to interior design, art, and luxury furnishings. It unites creators, investors, and industry pioneers to explore how innovation, aesthetics, and sustainability are transforming modern living. It also reflects Saudi Arabia’s growing role as a cultural hub and its commitment to creativity and economic diversification through design.

A Triumph On the Red Sea Where Design and Nature Meet Some honors feel loud. Others arrive like the tide, steady and sure, and change the shoreline for good. Nujuma, a Ritz Carlton Reserve on Ummahat Island in the Red Sea, has just been awarded Two MICHELIN Keys, and the recognition lands with that kind of gentle power. It signals an exceptional stay, and it affirms what discerning travelers have been whispering since the resort opened. This is a rare place, shaped by nature, culture, and care. Nujuma is a retreat that understands setting and story. Villas curve like seashells, materials honor the coast, and every view seems to hold a horizon that invites you to breathe deeper. The Reserve concept has always been about a sense of place, it is not a copy and paste formula, it is a promise to listen to the land and to the people who know it best. On the Red Sea, that idea feels completely alive, from the gentle architecture to the pace of service that never hurries you along. Two Keys in the new MICHELIN Guide framework mark an exceptional stay, a level of distinction reserved for properties that create experiences guests remember for a lifetime. The accolade places Nujuma among a very select group of hotels globally and reflects a craft that is equal parts design, hospitality, and emotional intelligence. As Resort Manager Dennis Sørensen noted, the recognition is a reflection of a team committed to sharing the beauty and authenticity of this destination through moments that feel both effortless and deeply considered. What does that look like in practice. It begins with the privacy and ease of your villa, where generous living spaces and private pools meet the sound of the sea. It continues through dining that tells a story about the region, with flavors that are both rooted and refined. The Neyrah Spa brings the rhythm down even further, with treatments that draw on local tradition and a design language that asks the mind to become quiet. Evenings often belong to the sky, guests find themselves stargazing, or simply sitting with the soft glow that lives between water and desert. The award also honors the way Nujuma engages with its environment. Sustainability here is not a marketing line, it shows up in materials, in the respect shown to marine life, and in the simple idea that the most luxurious thing we can offer future travelers is a coastline still alive with color. In a region that is quickly becoming a destination for thoughtful travel, this Reserve stands as a model for regenerative hospitality and for the kind of cultural authenticity that does not need to announce itself. It just is. There is a human thread that runs through every scene. The team knows when to step forward and when to allow a guest to have their own discovery. They remember your tea preference, they know where the light lands best at sunset, they suggest a quiet cove that might become your private memory of the Red Sea. It is intuitive service, the kind that feels less like performance and more like care. Awards do not create a destination, but they do help the world notice what has already been built with patience and intention. Two MICHELIN Keys for Nujuma tell travelers something simple and valuable. Come here if you want to feel the elements, if you want space that is both elegant and honest, if you want hospitality that treats wonder as a daily practice. For the Kingdom, it is another proof point that Saudi Arabia can host a level of luxury that is deeply local and quietly world class. Nujuma was always designed to be more than a place to stay. It is a small lesson in how to travel well, how to reconnect with nature, and how to find meaning in the details. The Two Keys are an emblem, and the real reward is the stillness you carry with you when you leave, the kind that makes you want to return and continue the story.