5 Arab-owned interior brands you need on your radar
Seriously, not only are these some incredible homewear and interior brands that should be on your radar, but some they are also home-grown concepts that will help support small businesses.. Prepare for your bank account to hate you
Seriously, not only are these some incredible homewear and interior brands that should be on your radar, but some they are also home-grown concepts that will help support small businesses.. Prepare for your bank account to hate you

Orient 499
If there were ever a time to support Lebanese-owned brands, it’s now. Orient 499 has the most eclectic collection of lifestyle pieces, which will add a serious injection of colour, glamour and fun to any space.

O’de Rose Concept Store
Located on Al Wasl road, this boutique is an absolute treasure trove of interior items. From clothes to crockery, it’s pretty much a one-stop shop; we can pretty much guarantee you won’t leave empty handed.

Talata
Talata offers everything from large furniture, like custom-made tables, chairs and sofas, to smaller accessories that will jazz up any home, like decorative trays, bookends and vases. You can find them nestled away in Dubai’s d3.

Bokja
If we could own every single cushion cover from Bokja, we so totally would. Created by a team of 35 people from 10 countries such as Iraq, Syria, Kurdistan, Egypt and Lebanon, the textile practices that go into making each and every piece is truly exquisite. Want. Everything.

Silsal
Available on Namshi, Ounass and directly from the brand’s website, Silsal boast everything from cute candles to Arabesque coffee cups and everything in between. Their gift boxes also make for the perfect present for every Eid, Christmas birthday and beyond.
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