Renowned design and home accessories boutique Cities, which first opened its doors in 2006 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has just launched its second showroom in ‘The Galleria’ Mall, in the exclusive residential area of Jumeirah 1 in Dubai. With a vision to introduce exceptional, contemporary design and art and aiming to stray from the classical movement, the dubai-based successfully building a solid reputation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Cities has now opened its second showroom is set to provide UAE residents with a refreshing option for design and home accessories.
Cities is a unique boutique that houses creative lifestyle, art and modern design products all under one roof. Every piece within the Cities’ collection is handpicked and selected from a variety of International and Middle Eastern talents sourced from around the world and at some of the leading design shows and exhibitions. “While we do carry pieces design and interiors lovers will know, we have always tried to ensure that the experience at Cities is both eclectic and unique.” Says Owner Hazem Al Jisr. “We wanted to set Cities apart from other design stores who tend to have a more mass market take on design.”
Cities offers a distinctive platform that can be appreciated by people from all walks of life. For the discerning collector that is searching for exquisite modern furniture and art pieces, to more casual buyers who have an eye for beautiful and original objects to even a child who can marvel at a colorfully designed toy or gadget, Cities has a little something for everyone.
The main idea behind the store is very simple: allow the client to travel the world, within one space. This concept is highlighted in the logo of Cities, which depicts a stamp-like image of a bird in flight. To further pursue this concept, Cities’ showroom displays change throughout the year, in hopes to offer each customer the special experience of visiting the whole world through the store’s eyes. For that reason, people of different ages and of different personalities, flock to Cities to be engulfed in a realm of color and form within an un-pretentious setting.
Already established today as a recognized art and design destination, artisans and renowned designers from around the world, including Alain Solomon (France), Nada Debs (Lebanon), Villa Home (Italy), Bokja (Lebanon), and Menina Design (Portugal), choose Cities as an arena to display and share their authentic creations. Additionally, Cities pays special attention to supporting regional designers from the Middle East and Gulf region in an effort to promote these sometimes neglected talents.
Cities Dubai aims to become a meeting place for culture and discovery by creating memorable experiences through artistic expression, one of which is music. Local and international musicians and DJs will come to the outlet to perform during store events and be a part of the harmonious illustration of art.
