The Markup #13

2026, In Motion

Author

Alan George
January 30, 2026

🎙️🎙️ Hello 2026!🎙️ 🎙️

A new year, a fresh canvas, and endless possibilities.

January 2026 in Dubai’s design scene feels energised and exploratory — whether it’s tech‑design collaborations at Sikka or discussions at Light + Intelligent Building earlier this month. These conversations, blending creativity, innovation, and human‑centred thinking, are setting the tone for yet another brilliant year in design in Dubai. Here’s to a year of design, discovery, and daring ideas!

— Team aForm

Showcasing Sandra Woodall’s approach at tangramGULF, blending practical design with sustainability for meaningful regional projects.

Featuring Nikita Chellani, award-winning designer whose bold, story-led interiors are redefining experiential spaces at ROAR in Dubai.

Corston

Corston elevates interiors with beautifully designed switches and sockets that combine refined finishes with seamless functionality. Made to be seen, they’re ideal for luxury homes, boutique hospitality and design-led commercial spaces. The collection also includes considered lighting and architectural hardware, all created to work effortlessly together. Timeless, considered and built to last, Corston gives designers and homeowners the confidence to create spaces that feel cohesive — and unmistakably premium — get in touch with their amazing team to bring your next project to life.

// Luxury shaped by wellbeing — R.Evolution expands the Eywa Collection.

// From the CEO’s desk — Pedram Rad steps forward to shape Elev8’s next era.

// Ready to level up? — L&C Recruitment launches its new Writing Service.

// 800kg of engineering, craft, and conceptual clarity — fully realized in glass by Anthologist Studio.

// DIFC Zabeel District: Dubai’s mega expansion sets a new global benchmark in finance, innovation, and lifestyle.

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