United Arab Emirates,  September 22, 2020:  Kristalia was born in 1994 when young local entrepreneurs joined by two common passions: design and jazz.   Nestled in the green countryside of north-eastern Italy in an area traditionally active in this sector; this strong bond is reflected in production that privileges environmentally friendly solutions and strives to create highly recyclable products.   Starting from the end of the 90's, with the creation of a definitive company organization, the desire arose to pursue a new path, and to go after young customers who were not necessarily bound to tradition, offering a product with aesthetic and qualitative characteristics especially close to contemporary Italian design.   Kristalia offers a vast collection of top design products (tables, chairs, seating ......read more

● three sprays ensure individual shower enjoyment ● the new GROHE SmartTip controller on the rear of the hand shower allows comfortable switching between three spray patterns  ● thanks to GROHE DripStop technology, dripping is minimized in the Rain and Jet spray modes   Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 September 2020:  As a ritual of enjoyment, showering is becoming increasingly important:  51% of Germans love to take a long shower, for 37% it is even the first remedy against stress.  With the latest shower innovation from GROHE, even more moments of happiness can now be experienced in the shower: The Rainshower SmartActive hand shower with its smart functions and intuitive operation allows users comfortable shower enjoyment tailored to their wishes. Additionally, the various design ......read more

United Arab Emirates,  September 17, 2020:  Lighting indefinitely has a major impact on a space, and more often than not it can easily be overlooked when you plan to design your room. The right kind of light changes and enhances the ambience of a home. One can play around with light, be it a cosy feel, or a bright & vivid feel, you can alter the look and feel of the space altogether. The house of Natuzzi is known for creating exquisite pieces and its lamps are to die for. We have assorted some really incredible lamps that you can add you home.                

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United Arab Emirates,  September 16, 2020:  Your cat is just like any other member of your family. To ensure you offer them best choices for their health, look for foods with a nutritionally balanced offering. In addition, pet parents should also consider other key factors as age, price, type of brand and several other elements before buying food for their feline friends. Here are some tips from Eurovets, to help you avoid some common mistakes. Balanced diet with the right food groups Balanced diet is the key. Eurovets recommends looking for a nutritional adequacy label while buying food for your pet. Since cats are carnivores, meat is a key component of achieving the balanced diet. Cats also need animal protein, fat, and other vitamins and minerals -- and they can get these nutrients from many different sources. For ......read more

Abu Dhabi, UAE - September 6, 2020:  In just 10 years, NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has made significant discoveries and contributed important knowledge to our rapidly changing natural environment. From rising sea-levels to the discovery of new species, researchers at NYUAD are investigating the future of our planet and taking a multidisciplinary approach to solving some of humanity's greatest challenges.    Highlights of the past decade of NYUAD research into the natural world include:    1. Rising seas Greenland and parts of Antarctica are disappearing at an alarming pace. Scientists have trekked to remote locations across the globe to  measure and witness polar ice loss first-hand, recording glaciers cracking apart and icebergs larger than cities plunging into the ocean.Research lead: ......read more

By Western Furniture United Arab Emirates, August 31, 2020:   "Bonaldo Total Look" is a project that introduces sophisticated coordinated atmospheres for settings which share Bonaldo’s stylistic flair. This concept brings together Bonaldo's products in a unique language of identifying the precise interior style and its subsequent consistent use throughout every space. Harmony of Neutrals, one of the six settings suggested by Bonaldo gives inspiration to decorate spaces with a precise style, and fulfil all furnishing requirements. Harmony of Neutrals: nuances and materials that recall nature are the protagonists of this space: a harmony made of soft hues and elegant shapes. In this setting Bonaldo suggests the Art table with the Artika chairs, the Frinfri coffee tables, the Structure Sofa and the ......read more

• Crate and Barrel pays homage to classical workmanship • New themes embody the Modern prairie, Urban retreat, and New Deco • The youthful and constantly evolving Trove collection is inspired by Danish design     Dubai, UAE, 26 August 2020:  This fall, Crate and Barrel brings a renewed focus to modern craft. The Fall 2020 collection features items stylised in new designs and grounded in time-honoured artistry. With new items arriving mid-August and throughout September, the collection aims to lean into the warm tones and changing climate of the new season, making the home a destination to be enjoyed.   Influenced by the work of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, the Modern Prairie designs encourage being at home with nature, embracing it in crafted detail, earthy textures, and ......read more

Celebrating the 70th birthday of the catalogue, the 2021 edition has been transformed into a handbook for better everyday life at home United Arab Emirates, 25 August 2020:  Swedish furniture giant, IKEA, launched today its all-new 2021 Catalogue at a one-of-its-kind virtual event which hosted over 200 attendees. This year’s catalogue, which is the 70th edition, is created as a handbook that feels like a friendly and optimistic problem-solver full of smart tips, hands-on ideas and small affordable shifts, rooted in real life at home. It is a way of sharing knowledge and a point of view that a better home creates a better everyday life. The handbook is filled with “how-to’s” that show how creating a better home doesn’t have to be complicated, expensive or time consuming. IKEA believes that ......read more

• PAN Emirates Home Furnishings unveils its latest elegant living room furniture collection • PAN Emirates Home Furnishings showrooms in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Fujairah in the UAE.     Dubai, United Arab Emirates 25 August 2020:  PAN Emirates Home Furnishings, the leading home-grown indoor, patio and outdoor furniture brand in the region, introduces its new living rooms elegant furniture. Add elegance to your living room with luxury coffee tables, sofas, ottomans & more at Pan Emirates Home Furniture. From gradient shades, lively designs, and detailed patterns.    PIANCA CORNER SOFA SET (Price: AED 7,995) Leave your stress behind and enter the world of supreme comfort with PIANCA CORNER SOFA SET. Strong wood structure offers durability, while smooth ......read more

● German Sustainability Award Foundation awards prize for sustainable design for the first time ● As a resource-saving solution, GROHE Blue reduces water consumption, CO2 emissions and plastic waste ● Tackling the global plastic waste problem is an important component of GROHE's sustainability strategy   17 August 2020:  Having already been nominated for the 13th German Sustainability Award for companies, the global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings is now delighted to be nominated for the first German Sustainability Award Design 2021 for its GROHE Blue water system. A top-class jury of experts will decide on the finalists at the end of September. The winner will be announced at the German Sustainability Award ceremony on 4 December 2020 in Düsseldorf.   For ......read more

● GROHE will not participate in next year’s ISH 2021 ● Health and safety is top priority: for employees, customers and everyone involved  ● Participation in other fairs in the EMENA region are under evaluation     Dubai, United Arab Emirates, August 11, 2020:  Following thorough internal discussions, GROHE announces today to withdraw from participating in next year’s ISH 2021. Three main reasons led to this difficult decision: as a global brand and part of LIXIL, the company values come first: respect and doing the right thing. In line with the efforts made during the pandemic to protect employees, business partners and customers with strict hygiene and safety measures, health and safety remain a top priority for GROHE: for employees, customers and everyone involved in the ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, August 09, 2020:  Birds, particularly parrots are well known to be sensitive to environmental toxins, such as certain metals, chemical cleaners, and overheated plastic-coated cookware. Chemicals that normally are only irritating to humans and other animals can be extremely toxic to birds. Yet little thought is given to the potential cancers, neurological problems, hormonal imbalances, allergies and disruptions of their fragile immune systems that may be attributed directly to pesticide residues on foods that birds ingest or to the inherent dangers of commonly used pet food preservatives such as Ethoxyquin.   In such situations, organic is the answer. Opting for organic foods is an effectual choice for birds and planetary health. Buying organically grown food, free of harmful chemicals, ......read more

Creative Director at leading interior label Sedar Global gives his top tips on how to  get your kids back to school ready with a fun and functional home space to call their own  With kids now spending more time than ever in the home, creating an inspiring space for your little one to play and grow is more important than ever. Decorating a kid’s space should be a fun experience, however creating a beautiful, functional room that your child will love both now and for years to come can be hard to achieve. Need a little advice? Famous for its bespoke made to fit services and use of materials and wallpapers from some of the finest factories across the globe Creative Director of Sedar Global, Nahel Selo give his top tips on decorating a kid’s space that harnesses the beautiful qualities abundant in children - ......read more

THE CHAMPS ARE BACK, AND THEY’RE READY TO CHOMP!   SUMMER’S FAN-FAVORITE EVENT TEES UP 6 ORIGINAL SPECIALS FOR AN EPIC, FIVE-WEEK SHARKFEST MARATHON     Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, August 6, 2020: National Geographic Abu Dhabi is bringing the highly anticipated eight annual SHARKFEST back to screens across the Middle East from 5th August.  Spotlighting the kings of the ocean, National Geographic Abu Dhabi will air 6 full weeks of action-packed shark programming (starting 5th August 2020 at 9PM UAE Time/8PM KSA Time) with 6 original premieres and the best shark programming from the networks’ massive library as part of its biggest-ever shark spectacular.  Over the course of 6 weeks, National Geographic Abu Dhabi will feature a variety of jaw-dropping SHARKFEST originals and ......read more

Fast facts  ● An international team of researchers, hosted and supported by NYU Abu Dhabi, have found that small, bottom-dwelling reef fishes on the world’s hottest coral reefs in the southern Arabian Gulf are much less diverse and abundant than on nearby reefs with less extreme temperatures  ● The paper, published in Nature Communications, examines ‘cryptobenthic’ fishes in the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, linking the reduced diversity and productivity of communities in the Arabian Gulf to energetic deficits that preclude the existence of many species   Abu Dhabi, UAE, August 4, 2020:  As global warming continues to escalate, there are lasting implications to consider, including the changes to biological communities in vital habitats such as coral reefs. A team of ......read more

• The Newent Collection for Bentley Home – a refined new aesthetic style honours creativity and sophistication • Individual pieces feature exquisitely hand-crafted techniques to bring classic simplicity and modern luxury to Middle Eastern homes • Bentley Home’s exceptional master craftspeople, based in Forli, Italy, combine long-established traditions with modern technology • Bentley Motors and Bentley Home design and manufacturing processes are united by shared core values and synergies   Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 29, 2020:   With the launch of the Newent Collection, Bentley Home is offering a unique insight into its extraordinary creation process and crafting secrets. Each piece of exquisite furniture is individually finished by hand and fuses traditional ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 28, 2020:   Your bird's diet is more than just food – it is the entire basis for its good health, lifespan, appearance, energy and even good behaviour. It has been noted that improper nutrition is the cause of 90% of health problems and the leading cause of death in pet birds. The value of a proper diet over the life of the bird is monumental. Birds fed a poor diet will become malnourished, which will start a chain of events leading to a decline in the bird's overall health. But what is a healthy diet and how can you be sure you are feeding your bird appropriately? According to Namit Bedwa- Companion Sales Manager at Eurovets, “Premium, certified organic ingredients are best for bird’s diet. We recommend Harrison’s bird food, which is made from premium whole ......read more

Avail 25 to 75 per cent discount on classy ‘Made in Italy’ furniture       Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 25, 2020:  The long-overdue wait has come to an end for enthu shoppers to finally shop till they drop with Dubai Summer Surprises. And participating in this DSS, Western Furniture is offering huge discounts on premium ‘Made in Italy’ furniture starting from 25 to 75 off.   This DSS indulge yourselves with the much-awaited shopping extravaganza and especially for those who are looking for some exquisite home furnishings at discounted prices to redecorate your space, just the way you like it. The offers last until the 29th August, giving you ample time to visualize as many home setups as you like and choose the right pieces to make your imagination come to life. Western ......read more

• Pan Emirates Home Furnishings, invests AED 5 Million on its newly opened store, spanning across 36000 sq.ft in Cityland Mall, on Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road near Global Village.  • Pan Emirates Home Furnishings’ Cityland store is looking to serve the residents of neighbouring localities with its elaborated and detailed range of affordable and stylish furnishing & decor collection.     Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 July 2020:  PAN Emirates Home Furnishings, the leading home-grown indoor, patio and outdoor furniture brand in the region, has launched its new store in Cityland Mall, the biggest retail and entertainment destination located beside Global Village.    With 19 stores across the GCC, the home-grown furniture brand is enthusiastic to enhance its customer ......read more

• Milestone birth is significant step in saving species listed as ‘Near Threatened’   • Paves way for the return of Arabian bustard to the southwestern Arabian Peninsula   • Landmark project spotlights Abu Dhabi’s pioneering efforts to conserve the environment and wildlife on local and international levels   Abu Dhabi, UAE — 21 July 2020:  Abu Dhabi’s commitment to protecting endangered species and the environment have continued apace with the International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC), the global leader in pre-emptive species conservation, announcing the successful birth of the first-ever Arabian bustard (Ardeotis arabs) through artificial insemination.    The procedure was successfully completed at Abu Dhabi’s National Avian ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 15 July 2020:   A glamorous home is not always about expensive furniture or a huge space. By adding something as simple as a decorative mirror or throwing in some pillows, your entire space can feel vibrant and refined. Pan Emirates Home Furnishing lined up some ideas which will instantly add a whimsical touch to your décor without taking much time or money. 1 - Make the most of the hallway: Your hallway is the first thing that your guests will see and hence it is very important to set the perfect tone to the entire space. Combining a stylish console table and a decorative wall mirror is just what you need to make a great first impression. 2 - Get playful with pillows throwing: In some accents pillows on to your bed or to your sofa is a fool-proof way to liven things up. They create an ......read more

● LIXIL EMENA has set itself the goal of creating plastic-free product packaging for its GROHE brand by 2021 ● Thanks to the initiative, approx.10 million plastic packaging could already be saved until today ● Cooperation with Pacific Garbage Screening (PGS) supports common vision to reduce the environmental impact of plastic waste   7 July 2020 -  In 2018, GROHE, a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings, launched its initiative to replace plastic in product packaging with more sustainable alternatives. Until today, approximately 10 million items of product packaging made from plastic could be eliminated; by 2021, this figure is to be significantly increased to up to 35 million.  The transition to plastic-free packaging is a process that involves all ......read more

Calligaris collection includes fabric and leather beds with contemporary and welcoming shapes, available in a large variety of colors. Also available in the "container" version, which offers extra space, accessible without effort thanks to an easy and safe mechanism.    SLEEPING In the sleeping area, the sober elegance of Calligaris is best expressed, leaving space for sleep, dreams and intimacy with beds and furniture that tiptoe into the room. Calligaris beds are the result of the desire to offer everyone an island of well-being, which reflects the personality and tastes of those who sleep there.   SLEEPING CATEGORIES Double beds Calligaris beds are the result of the desire to offer everyone an island of well-being, which reflects the personality and tastes of those who sleep ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 29, 2020:   As the summer temperatures continue to rise, it’s time to unleash your wild side and bring a bit of sunshine into your home. Give your interiors a sweet taste of the exotic with the latest collection from 2XL Furniture & Home Décor that will transform your living space into a tropical paradise.  Inspired by the warm and vibrant colors of faraway lands, the new tropical collection features a wide range of home furnishings and unique accessories that can instantly uplift your interiors and give you a holiday vibe all year. Whether you are looking to add just a little ‘island-chic’ to your apartment or give your house a complete ‘tropical wonderland’ makeover, the collection has been carefully curated to create a vibrant yet tranquil home ......read more

Say goodbye to traditional white ceilings and create a striking interior with a wallpapered ceiling by Sedar Global Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 29, 2020:   Forget accent walls statement ceilings are the new hot interior trend. The ceiling rarely plays the starring role in a room. It is often forgotten, or simply given a simple whitewash. However, according to wallpaper specialists Sedar Global, the fifth wall is becoming more mainstream. Nahel Selo Creative Director at Sedar Global comments “with people spending more time in the home than ever before, wallpapered ceilings are becoming a popular option for a quick and cost-effective room makeover. Offering an incredible and underrated design element that can instantly add colour, personality, and art to your space”  Famous for its bespoke made to fit ......read more