Urbanist
Journal
Short guides from the store on regional design, the neighbourhood and how to wear what we stock.
Regional designers in Dubai: why shopping independent matters
How to discover designers from the region, what makes their work different, and why it is worth buying from them.
Boxpark Dubai: a guide to shopping on Al Wasl Road
What Boxpark is, how to get there, when to go, and where to find independent fashion, design and art.
How to wear and care for linen in Dubai’s heat
Why linen is made for the Gulf climate, how to style it beyond the beach, and the care routine that keeps it soft.
Panama hats: how to choose, wear and care for one
Where Panama hats really come from, how to pick the right shape and size, and how to make one last for years.
Ramadan and Eid fashion in Dubai: kaftans, abayas and gifts
Choosing kaftans and modern abayas, what to wear for iftar and suhoor, and thoughtful gift ideas for Eid.
Buying art in Dubai: a guide for first-time collectors
Where to see regional artists, how to choose a first work, and how to look after it once it is on your wall.