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The opposite of chic in home styling? Generic, mass-produced furniture you’ve seen a hundred times in big stores.
A well-curated home isn’t just about avoiding flat-packed and big-name brands; it’s about selecting items that are thoughtfully designed, skillfully made, and often limited-edition. These are the pieces that give your space a sense of intentional style.
Not sure where to start? Leaning into UAE homegrown brands is the perfect way to dip your toe into finding unusual home décor and supporting local business and manufacturing along the way. Here are some GRAZIA-approved ones to know about.
Island People.co
Island People.Co brings sustainable handloom textiles from Sri Lanka to the UAE. Every piece celebrates Sri Lankan heritage, crafted by women artisans who have inherited the weaving craft through generations. So, you know each piece has been made with a labour of love. With natural dyes, eco-friendly production, and ethically sourced materials, the brand, founded by Kaushali Fernando, is about sustainability, and storytelling – that’s something that can’t be said for many homeware shops.
Inna Carton
Founded by two sisters, Inna Carton is all about artisanal home décor that elevates any space. From elegant bukhoor burners to sculptural objects, ceramics, and statement accents sourced from around the world, each piece is about thoughtful design. You won’t struggle to find something to add personality to a room when browsing the online shop.
Palm Living
Palm Living leans into in modern and luxe coastal-inspired aesthetic, which is ideal for UAE decorating. From big ticket items (sofas, tables and beds) to curated décor accents that elevate, every piece gives off that effortless elegance vibe that scream: “I’ve got my life together”.
House of Flair
House of Flair has so many fun peices for injecting some dopamine into your space. With statement linens, crockery, glassware, cutlery, cutlert and accessories that all inject personality into a home (in a refined way), ordering from here is an easy, low-commital way of styling (warning: the pieces will make you want to invite your friends over right away to host).
Wall Street Dubai
One of the most overlooked styling hacks? Photos on walls. But actually getting round to it? Yep, often forgotten. Wall Street Dubai is a boutique wall planning and design house that transforms blank walls into curated, gallery-worthy spaces. Think polished, and effortless, the brand does it all from printing and framing your photos to delivery and installation.
Never Far Home
Founded by Lucy Perrot-Gow, Never Far Home is a Dubai-born brand Inspired by family life, slow living, and everyday rituals. The brand’s hero pieces are roll-up French linen floor beds and bedding that are useful and stylish for UAE living. The online shop also sells home essentials like bath tea and sage bundles too.
By Léa Sfeir
Sometimes picking out homeware can be overwhelming. By Léa Sfeir sells limited-edition boxes that contain hand-painted plates, vases, glasses, candleholders, artisanal napkins and placemats, and scented candles, all sourced from small artisans across the globe. It means that you can get a box as a great jumping-off point to start building your collection.
Cole and Cinder
Cole and Cinder is where to shop for unique ceramics ideal for anyone looking to add a confident, elevated touch to their home décor. Everything is handmade and embraces organic forms and the beauty of imperfection. Choose from vases, candles and tableware that you won’t find anywhere else. And they even have a sample sale from time to time at their studio.
