Mona Basharat
At AD, Mona Basharat breaks down the season’s key looks, creating trend- and product-focused content across the title's print and digital platforms. Working closely with the digital editor, she contributes to content planning and editorial research.Born and raised in Abu Dhabi, Basharat has lived across the Emirates, developing a deep appreciation for the region’s diverse culture and creative energy. With a background in fashion design, she has carved a path in storytelling, content creation, and community engagement within the creative world. Before joining AD, she worked in marketing and communications at Dubai Design Week.Connect with Mona Basharat at mona.basharat@condenast.com
Architecture
Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi: Everything We Know About Frank Gehry's New Performing Arts Landmark
The late Frank Gehry's final architectural works will soon include a landmark performing arts venue on Saadiyat Island, designed to host more than 365 days of performances each year
Home Tours
Inside Haveli Barood Khana, a 400-Year-Old Lahore Home Still Lived In Today
Tucked within Lahore's Walled City in Pakistan, Mian Yousuf Salahuddin has spent a lifetime reviving his ancestral haveli – preserving centuries of history not as a monument, but as a home
Entertaining
42 Most Beautiful Restaurants in Dubai: AD’s Guide to the City’s Prettiest Hotspots
From the underwater drama of Ossiano and the soaring views at Tattu to the local craftsmanship of Gerbou and the glamour of Sexy Fish, we round up the best places to visit in Dubai
Architecture & Design
A Coastal Retreat in Umm Al Quwain That Refuses To Give Away the Ending
Along the serene coastline of the emirate, Frangipani House plays out like a cinematic sequence of sea, shadow and shelter
Home Tours
The 12 Most Beautiful Homes in Cairo
From art-filled Nile apartments and historic residences to sculptural villas carved from raw plaster, these beautiful homes in Cairo reveal the Egyptian capital’s rich aesthetic
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Travel
Rimowa and Lehni Want to Turn Luggage Storage Into a Design Statement
The new limited-edition collaboration transforms the aluminium suitcase into a permanent design object at home
Home Tours
Inside a Dubai Family Home That Keeps Its Best Room a Secret
From reeded travertine and microcement floors to a concealed lounge tucked behind a flush door, Nakkash Design Studio layers sculptural details throughout this Dubai villa
Interiors
The New Byredo Dubai Store Feels More Like an Installation Than a Shop
The Stockholm-founded fragrance house refines its retail language in the emirate, extending its sensibility beyond scent
Home Tours
In Dubai, Amal Rakibi Turns Her Home into a Living, Ever-Evolving Gallery
The French-Moroccan gallerist and collector is rethinking the traditional gallery model, beginning with her artfully curated residence
Interiors
Emirati Design Takes Centre Stage in the Zayed National Museum Majlises
Agata Kurzela Studio layers bespoke furniture, handwoven carpets and subtle historical references to reinterpret the majlis inside Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum
Culture & Lifestyle
Updated Precautionary Measures Across the Gulf: What to Do in Case of Danger, Emergency Hotlines and Safety Shelters
Following overnight emergency alerts and flight suspensions, governments across the Gulf have outlined updated precautionary measures for residents and travellers. This is what they’re advising
Events
Could the FIFA World Cup 2026 Really Return to Qatar? Here’s What We Know
Unconfirmed reports have put Qatar back in the World Cup conversation, but officials insist Mexico’s role as a 2026 host nation remains unchanged
Travel
13 Most Beautiful Islands in the World To Visit – and the Books To Read While You’re There
Scattered across oceans and continents, these islands captivate with extraordinary landscapes, rare wildlife and unforgettable beaches
Events
Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holidays Announced, Confirming One of the Year’s First Major Long Weekends
The official Eid Al Fitr holiday dates have been confirmed. They mark a shared pause across the UAE and wider Gulf when Ramadan draws to a close
Events
13 Best Ramadan Tents and Majlises in Dubai (and Beyond) No Design Lover Should Miss
From lantern-lit desert gatherings to majlises shaped by art, architecture and couture, these beautifully designed spaces redefine how – and where – to break fast this Ramadan
Events
Ramadan 2026: Dates, Traditions – And the Rare Cultural Overlap Happening This Year
Ramadan 2026 begins. Here’s what to know about dates, fasting and etiquette, and its uncommon alignment with Lent, Lunar New Year and Mardi Gras this year
Home Tours
You Won’t Believe What’s Inside This 1970s Chalet
Samurai sculptures. Copper ceilings. Antique gems. For its Egyptian owners, its their treasure chest in the Alps
Home Tours
This Riyadh Townhouse is a Masterclass in Vintage With a Contemporary Edge
Nebras Aljoaib's favourite space is the dining area, unfolding around a curved banquette and a Japanese byōbu screen
Architecture
A Lahore Mosque Brought to Life Through the Revival of Traditional Islamic Tile-Making
Built of brick and lime, the new mosque honours a family legacy while reviving centuries-old techniques
Events
How Villa Magenta Is Setting the Stage As Cairo’s Most Exciting Design Hub
AD steps inside Villa Magenta, the restored 114-year-old Heliopolis residence that became one of Cairo’s standout destinations