In line with the forthcoming COP28, which will take place in Dubai this year from 30 November to 30 December. 12 to find solutions to global climate change, this edition of Dubai Design Week focuses on the theme of sustainability and how designers and architects can create their work using environmentally friendly materials and processes.
For this year's edition, Emirati architect Abdalla Almulla has created 'The Palm', a large-scale outdoor installation made entirely from parts of the palm tree indigenous to the United Arab Emirates.
"Guided by the concept of scarcity and remaining true to the theme of sustainability, I chose to exploit an existing natural resource, reusing it creatively to extend its functionality beyond its original scope. My aim was to highlight the remarkable versatility of the locally abundant palm tree, demonstrating its ability to meet a variety of human needs."
Almulla's use of geometric references, which echo motifs found in Islamic art, can be seen integrated throughout the installation.