Homes & Gardens

Relationship SOS

Not having much luck in love lately? Relationship falling apart? Maybe it's those upside down dried flowers hanging in your hallway.

Let's go outside

The glorious weather has arrived so it's time to spruce up your outdoor space. We're here to inspire you with the most stylish al-fresco furniture around.

French connection

By filling her Jumeirah villa with pieces from her native France, Julie Renaudie feels much closer to home.

Club tropicana

In need of some time out? Pack up some colourful picnic ware in strong hues and take to the outdoors - in style.

Urban flow

Feng shui uses the natural flow of energy to create a happier and more successful environment.

Charles & Ray Eames

We celebrate the 100th birthday of Charles Eames by taking a look at the inspirational design partnership that was Charles and Ray.

True love ways

Presents speak volumes about you so here are some romantic ideas from Arabian Business.

Island life

With a hectic life as a banker in the city, Karim Naccache has created his perfect weekend getaway with a shoreline apartment on the Palm.

Code red

Magical powers are attributed to red: a small section of red-dyed yarn is sometimes seen in the middle of Persian carpets to ward off the evil eye. In Chinese folklore, a front door painted red brings good fortune. In feng shui red represents heat, laughter and good luck.

A league of its own

"A breath of Paris preserves the soul," declared Victor Hugo and the city of romance ranks as one of the world's top travel destinations, luring those who have come to expect the ‘wow' factor. They won't be disappointed when they visit the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome.

Love antidote

If Valentine's Day is getting beyond a joke, some of these presents might raise a smile with your partner.

At home with Jane Packer

"Like most girls I used to make perfume from rose petals. But since I was 15 I've believed that flowers are an important part of interior design," says florist Jane Packer whose home is living proof of this deign ethos.

Designer insight: Sacha Jafri

One of Britain's most exciting young artists talks about his retrospective in Dubai on the eve of its opening.

Isla Moda

For fashionistas everywhere this has got to be a dream come true - the world's first island devoted entirely to fashion, and it's right here in the UAE.

Designer insight: Andrée Putman

With the sheer number of residential projects currently under construction in Dubai, the question is how do developers outpace their rivals in a bid to attract buyers' attention? Well, it's all about the interior design of course. And who better to add a touch of class to a project than the ‘Grand Dame of Modernism' herself, Andrée Putman.

Designing the future

High-tech interiors are fast becoming the norm in modern homes and hotels, from fully automated home entertainment to speakers that double as pieces of art.

An inspiring, harmonious environment for your child

To enhance your child's development and confidence, follow these simple feng shui guidelines.