Design Unfold: Edition One Sets the Stage for the Kuwait's Biggest Design Revolution

Celebrating the Pulse of Modern Creativity and Craftsmanship

Kuwait, 22 October 2025: Kuwait’s premier high-end furniture retailer, Arcadia, proudly announces Design Unfold: Edition One, the country’s largest celebration of creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship. Taking place on 26 and 27 October 2025 at the Design District in Kuwait, the two-day event will bring together architects, designers, and creative minds. With an exciting lineup of interactive workshops, inspiring talk shows, exclusive inaugurations, and keynote sessions, Design Unfold is set to redefine Kuwait’s position on the regional design map.

From exploring Italian craftsmanhip to celebrating innovative material use, the event promises to offer an immersive experience into the world of design excellence, like never before!

Featuring iconic brands such as Poltrona Frau, Salvatori, Moroso, Gallotti&Radice, Rimadesio, and Barovier&Toso, Design Unfold will unite the worlds of luxury design and artisanal excellence, setting a new benchmark for Kuwait’s design landscape.

Welcoming the guests into the event, Arcadia, the leading bespoke furniture brand, will host a private VIP dinner on October 26th, 2025 (Day 1), to mark the opening of the first such event, bringing together industry leaders for an evening of collaboration and connection.

On October 27 (Day 2), Design Unfold promises an immersive experience, starting with interactive workshops, followed by engaging talk shows and keynote sessions. The first talk that will be held at the College of Architecture, Kuwait University, will feature renowned designer Elisa Ossino, followed by a presentation by acclaimed architect Roberto Palomba.

The event at Design District will also include the Gallotti&Radice Workshop - “Timeless Beauty”, featuring hands-on mirror engraving, and the Moroso Workshop, in collaboration with Kvadrat, “From Fibre to product: The Existing Journey of Textile”, showcasing Italian upholstery craftsmanship.

A dynamic panel discussion will also be held, featuring prominent Kuwaiti designers and architects who will delve into the evolving landscape of design in the region. The conversation will explore the intersection of tradition and innovation and the unique cultural narratives shaping Kuwait’s architectural identity today.

Silvia Gallotti will share insights on the new essence of glass in modern furniture, spotlighting its essence in Gallotti&Radice.

Gabriele Salvatori, CEO at Salvatori and distinguished architect Elisa Ossino will also hold an engaging panel talk at the Panel Hall in the Design District, where they will share insights into their collaborative work, design philosophies, and the evolving landscape of contemporary architecture and interior design.

The evening will continue with the Poltrona Frau store inauguration with a ribbon cutting and a keynote by Roberto Palomba, the launch of the new Rimadesio Collection- ‘Modernity Flow’, and a special Barovier & Toso ‘Cups of Joy’ installation celebrating the brand’s legacy in glass artistry.

Design Unfold also includes the Iconic Pieces Exhibition, showcasing the concept of “Iconic Chairs: A Journey Through Design”.

Over two days, guests will learn, experience, and live design at its finest, setting the stage for a new annual tradition in Kuwait’s creative landscape.

“With Design Unfold: Edition One, we wanted to create more than an event, a space where creativity, craftsmanship, and passion for design come together to inspire”, says Rana Huneidi, Founder of Arcadia. “This event embodies our long-term vision of transforming Kuwait into a true hub for design excellence. This will be a celebration of beauty, innovation, and the timeless craftsmanship that has always defined Arcadia’s spirit.”

Additionally, Design Unfold: Edition One also sheds light on Kuwait Vision 2035, which aims to transform Kuwait into a financial and trade hub regionally and globally. This will reestablish leadership in the region by allowing one to invest in human and social capital, while fostering educational and cultural initiatives in design.

Design Unfold will mark a milestone in Kuwait’s design scene, bringing together leading international brands and creative talents for two days of design, craftsmanship, and innovation. This inaugural edition sets the foundation for an annual tradition while spotlighting Kuwait Vision 2035, celebrating the best of contemporary design, sustainable economy, and luxury living.

Design will unfold through a dynamic program of talks and panels, immersive workshops, curated exhibitions, and exclusive openings—each offering a unique lens into the evolving world of design, craftsmanship, and innovation.