September 4, 2024, Dubai, UAE – Al Bait Al Duwaliy Real Estate Development, an award-winning property developer in Dubai, UAE, is passionate about exploring the intersection of art and design in their real estate projects and hopes the forthcoming anniversary art exhibition will inspire and foster a deeper appreciation for Arab art.

The special exhibition, curated by Al Bait Al Duwaliy, marks the 10th anniversary for Al Noon Residence and features over 40 modern artworks to celebrate a decade of commitment to the arts and architecture in the gallery at Al Noon Residence. The collection features artworks by top Emirati artist, Dr Najat Makki, whose works have been exhibited internationally and extensively.

Since 2014, the in-house gallery at Al Noon Residence has offered a unique platform for established and emerging artists from the region. Initially launched by International House as the UAE’s first art-inspired boutique hotel, Al Noon Residence is a unique property and the first building in the Middle East to combine modern Arab art with contemporary architecture. Internationally acclaimed artists Dr Najat Makki (UAE), Ali Hassan (Qatar), and Khaled Ben Slimane (Tunisia) each designed four floors of Al Noon Residence when the property launched.

The special design process for Al Noon Residence encouraged collaborative efforts and idea generation among the artists. Khaled Ben Slimane spent a month creating the artwork in the apartments. Ali Hassan’s custom artwork for the lobby had to be created on-site due to its dimensions. All the artworks were made specifically for Al Noon Residence to suit the building design and create a distinctive experience. The three artists also worked together to design the common areas of the building.

Al Bait Al Duwaliy collaborates with renowned local and regional artists to incorporate artistic and cultural elements in its projects. Al Noon Residence integrates artworks and interior design by pioneering, award-winning artists from the region. To celebrate this creative achievement, works by renowned artists Michel El Mir and Hoda Baalbaki from Lebanon will also be on display in the retrospective collection with paintings that include motifs from Dubai. The artworks comprise a wide selection of contemporary and abstract oil paintings as well as calligraphic works.

The 10th-anniversary exhibition will run from September 29 to October 31 at Al Noon Residence Gallery, located in Al Barsha 1, Dubai. The gallery is open daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and admission is free.

Rasha Almutawa, Executive Director of Al Bait Al Duwaliy, said: “We are very pleased to celebrate this important milestone with an exhibition that not only showcases our journey but also envisions the future of art and modern architecture in Dubai.”