Commercial Interior Design

Commercial Interior Design serves as a premier print and digital B2B resource for the design community in the region. Celebrating its 18th year, this platform offers a wealth of content including news articles, interviews, case studies, and market insights. It has become the go-to publication for those interested in interior design, particularly in the commercial and contract areas. This publication is a vital source of creativity, inspiration, and information on products and projects for industry professionals, such as interior designers, fit-out companies, specifiers, suppliers, and developers in both private and public sectors throughout the Middle East. CommercialInteriorDesign.com is part of the ITP Media Group.

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Now hiring: 5 job vacancies in Saudi’s design and architecture sector - Commercial Interior Design

1 week ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Safa Hassan

From WSP’s call for a Saudi national architect inspector to Parsons’ need for a fit-out and FF&E lead, companies are recruiting individuals who can translate creative vision into delivery-ready solutions. As Saudi Arabia’s design priorities evolve under Vision 2030, these opportunities reflect a market that values innovation, coordination, and execution at every scale.
Fasten your seatbelts: Riyadh Air’s interiors are ready for departure

2 weeks ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Safa Hassan

In conversation with PriestmanGoode’s director Ben Rowan and project manager lead, Charlie McBride, we explore how Riyadh Air’s Business Class became a vehicle for identity, innovation, and experience, at once grounded in place and built for altitude. Designing the interiors for Riyadh Air began not with a brand book or a legacy identity, but with a completely blank slate — a rare opportunity in aviation design.
This week in Saudi: From Red Sea rhythms to desert stillness

2 weeks ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Safa Hassan

Both projects prioritise silence over spectacle, creating spaces that reflect Saudi Arabia’s growing appetite for meaningful, context-driven design, where luxury is measured not by opulence but by authenticity, storytelling, and deep connection to the land. Baheej Tourism Development Company has unveiled plans for a 34-room boutique wellness resort in Yanbu, reinforcing its mission to develop culturally rooted tourism assets along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast.
Time etched in Earth: Designing the Chedi Hegra

3 weeks ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Safa Hassan

The result is not just a resort, but a quiet study in restraint, resonance, and architectural listening. Boje recalls being invited by the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) to take part in an international design competition for The Chedi Hegra. It was a high-stakes brief, attracting some of the world’s most established architectural firms; each, according to Boje, vying to leave their mark on one of Saudi Arabia’s most storied landscapes.
Eight resorts, one coastline: AMAALA’s first chapter is ready

1 month ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Safa Hassan

The eight resorts comprising of AMAALA’s Phase One, expected to welcome guests from Q4 2025, were developed in collaboration with globally recognised architectural and interior design firms. These include Foster + Partners, U+A, Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel (ACPV), Studio Carter, and John Heah. Each was tasked with embedding sustainability principles and regional cultural references into their design strategies, ensuring a site-responsive and purpose-built luxury environment.
Downtown Design Riyadh to showcase global and regional talent

1 month ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Safa Hassan

Positioned as a new anchor event for Saudi Arabia’s expanding design sector, Downtown Design Riyadh will feature an international roster of design brands including Huda Lighting, Cosentino, St. Louis, Jotun, Jaipur Rugs, Gallery COLLECTIONAL, Venini, Visionnaire, and Apparatus Studio. Regional design studios and Saudi creative talent will also be represented, reflecting the Kingdom’s increasing visibility on the global design stage.
Najdi architecture inspires The Langham, Diriyah ahead of launch

1 month ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Safa Hassan

Construction will incorporate traditional materials such as mud-brick and local stone. The design will also integrate intricate geometric patterns and ornate plasterwork to reflect the cultural and historical significance of Diriyah.
Desert Rock: Oppenheim’s design that knows when to disappear

1 month ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Safa Hassan

From working with the land rather than against it to embedding silence, shadow, and stone into the very core of the experience, Archambault shares how Desert Rock became a quiet but radical statement on the future of architecture. Desert Rock’s land isn’t just a backdrop — it’s the blueprint. For Archambault, the starting point was a civilisation that once carved its way into stone. “We looked to the Nabateans for how they engaged with their landscape, rather than imposed upon it,” he says.
Building a brand in design: Expert strategies for success - Commercial Interior Design

2 months ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Holly Byrne

According to Miriam Llano, founder and managing director of Amphora Marketing, every action, from communication to customer experience, contributes to how a firm’s brand is perceived. “Trust is one of the most valuable assets you can build, and it helps strengthen these perceptions, turning them into long-term relationships,” she explains. Strong branding isn’t just about being seen; it’s about creating genuine connections and loyalty.
Milan Design Week 2025: A guide for interior design professionals - Commercial Interior Design

2 months ago | commercialinteriordesign.com | Holly Byrne

Milan Design Week: April 7 – 13, 2025Salone del Mobile (the main furniture fair): April 8 – 13, 2025Fuorisalone (a city-wide festival of events): April 7 to 13, 2025Salone del Mobile Registration: Online registration for this event opened in February and can be completed via salonemilano.it Fuorisalone events: Many installations are open to the public, but professional networking events may require RSVP or ticket purchase.