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Wave: The New Mediterranean Haven in Dubai

IDST’s design invites exploration with a thoughtful blend of artisanal craftsmanship and contemporary style.

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2025 Interior Design Awards

Elyah, IDST’s retail project was highly commended at the 2025 Design Awards for its standout approach to contemporary retail design.

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IDST pairs Memphis playfulness with Mediterranean ease in Wave Restaurant, Dubai

Wave, an all-day dining destination in Dubai, UAE, embraces the Memphis style to boldly reinterpret Mediterranean sensibilities.

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Press Cafe / IDST

Press reimagines a long-standing local coffee spot in Fujairah, blending nostalgia with contemporary warmth.

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The Most Beautiful Hotels, Restaurants and Cafés by the 2026 AD100

From Dubai to Paris, these stylish hotspots were designed to be seen at.

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Hana Akram, Interior Designer

Founded in 2020 by Hana Akram, IDST evolved from a personal sketchbook of ideas into a design studio characterised by narrative and a sensitivity to materials.

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Beurre Bakery x Loom Collection: A warehouse conversion in Dubai

As the city’s creative and cultural scene continues to evolve, developers and designers are reimagining old warehouses, transforming them into vibrant living and commercial spaces.