Happy New Year to you all. After the tumultuous events of 2020, it’s safe to say that we all have hopes and plans for a better 2021 even though the road ahead is still uncertain. As Martin Luther King Jr. once said: “Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step”. Here, Rhiannon Downie-Hurst, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Home Club ME, writes to you —…
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Blue, a colour of dualities; representing the sky and the sea, both sorrow and tranquillity and also the past year; full of exceptional change, 2020 kept us together and pulled us apart all at the same time. But when Pantone settled on the ‘Colour of the Year’, they found hope and stability in the cool tone of a new dawn with ‘Classic Blue’. As we settle to celebrate the festive season to see out the…
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Al Futtaim ACE, the leading home improvement and outdoor brand, has launched an environment-friendly fresh festive tree-recycling program called Tree-Cycle. With the Tree-Cycle program, real festive trees can be dropped off at ACE between January 2 to 16 to be converted into compost, free of charge. The trees will be recycled and turned into a bag of compost. The only condition to take advantage of ACE’s tree-cycle program, is to ensure you drop off clean…
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Candles have been lighting the homes and hearths of civilisations for centuries and today, they are used in celebration, romance, self-care, ceremony, and home décor, casting a warm glow all the way from their humble beginnings in Ancient Egypt, Rome and China, to Dubai. 2020 has seen the candle take a leading role in guiding us through some gloomy days with innovative scents that transport us far from our lockdown to destinations we miss and…
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How many times have you moved home in the UAE? Twice, four times… perhaps even 10 or more! Because the UAE draws many expats to its sunny shores for lucrative career opportunities it can be a transient place, and even if it has become your ‘forever home’ you’ll no doubt have moved a few times while residing here (and will move a few more)! This year, many people’s circumstances have changed due to the pandemic,…
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Veganism – once a niche market is fast becoming a part of the mainstream even here in Dubai! From the explosion of non-dairy milk hitting our coffee shops to celebrity advocates and Netflix features all grappling with the movement, the word ‘Vegan’ is fast becoming a household staple the world over – In the UK alone, the number of people following a plant-based diet has risen a staggering 340% ! And whilst the UAE is certainly…
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The weather is becoming cool and welcoming once again with the temperature dropping nicely as we enter the winter season, which also marks the start of the growing season here in the UAE. The change in the weather means it is time to dig out the gardening tools, get your hands dirty and enjoy one of the best activities that your home has to offer at this time of year — growing your own food!…
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Make Halloween/fall 2020 gorgeous and glamorous with these chic pumpkin makeovers that are too gourd to eat! Puns aside, these creative looks are simple and suitable for any level of crafter and will add fashionable flair to your Halloween décor, whether you’re having family around or enjoying a virtual Halloween party with friends. From graceful lace to flirty pom poms, try these DIY pumpkin makeovers yourself with our easy-to-follow step-by-step guides, minimal materials and no…
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Fancy escaping the home for some good food, fun and fresh air now that the weather is cooling down? Savour captivating culinary flair every Friday and Saturday as Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa introduces its whimsical new Picnic Brunch from 1 pm to 4 pm. Providing diners with an experience reminiscent of a classic afternoon picnic, the Picnic Brunch at Al Forsan, the property’s all-day dining venue is sure to become a hotspot…
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The Dubai Home Festival (DHF) is back, celebrating the very best shopping experiences that only Dubai offers, with amazing sales and promotions, expert home lifestyle advice and exciting events taking place throughout the city’s malls, from September 24 to October 10. DHF returns for its second year, thanks to Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), and Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, bringing world-class entertainment, shopping and events to the emirate with super sales…
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