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In celebration of International Women's Day today, we're taking the time to highlight some of the successful and fierce women who we are proud to have as part of the Wood Culture family. Spotlighting some of their personal and professional achievements as well as their favourite Wood Culture pieces, we reflect on some of their varied accomplishments. International Women's Day aims to celebrate the social, economic and political achievements women have made around the world. It is a great opportunity for us to be reminded of some of the powerful women in our region and the achievements they have made.   Lily Sabri Known as the ´fun workout girl´, Lilly Sabri has built a fitness empire, Lean with Lilly and managed to maintain her position as one of the most influential fitness trainers online. With over three million subscribers on her YouTube channel, she has maintained her following with her unique workouts, fitness challenges and her warm, bubbly personality. As a chartered Physiotherapist and APPI Pilates instructor, her aim is to help women known as her "Famillia" around the world live their healthiest and happiest lives. When it comes to interior design, Lilly likes unique pieces that tell a story. Her favourite Wood Culture piece is the resin dining table. Reminding her of the ocean and instantly making her feel calm, the bespoke piece is a showstopper.     Carly Neave British born Carly Neave, is a wellness and travel blogger that has amassed a large following with her down to earth motherhood reviews, interior design and renovation inspo as well as tips for travel and life in general. Having recently renovated her house in Dubai, Carly is enjoying raising her two young boys in what now feels like a very special place, their home. Her preferred style aesthetic is a US farmhouse feel and she has documented a lot of her renovation journey on her platforms. Her favourite Wood Culture pieces are her custom floating shelves. Bespoke designs for any space, the shelves add a rustic yet refined element to any room.     When it comes to choosing pieces for your home, Carly´s biggest advice is to think about how your family will utilise it. If you´re a family that loves to entertain for instance, then focus on furniture that will compliment that lifestyle to make sure everything you own is enjoyed.   Haifa Beseisso Haifa Beseisso is a Youtuber and TV host that aims to challenge stereotypes as she documents her travels around the world as a Muslim, Arab woman, as well as a popular Youtuber, she strives to discuss topics of meaning including delving into what life is like for single mum´s and why the journey of healing is so important. When it comes to decorating her house, Haifa chooses pieces that represent what she believes in as well as creating a positive space around her home. Her favourite Wood Culture piece is the practical yet stylish Shiloopi ladder.            Anam Clarke Founder of The Designer´s Studio, Anam has a passion for art, architecture and design. Appreciating all design aesthetics, she initially focuses on the shell of a space when designing in any style. Finding her inspiration from travel and art history, she loves learning about different cultures as well as the origins and roots of design. Her creative process starts from the brief. She takes the time to sit with the client to try and best understand who they are as a person. She aims to help people live well. She creates a mood board and then enters into the planning stage before the design phase. She works with different style aesthetics and believes that great interior designers are able to make their vision come to life with any budget.   We love celebrating the women we work with at Wood Culture and highlighting the impact they have made within their respective industries. International Women's Day aims to make the world more equitable and inclusive for women, and these women mentioned have helped pave the way for future female generations. Happy Womens Day! From our Team to yours :)

Introducing: Rattan. Both sophisticated and elegant, rattan is sure to stay on trend for years to come. Don’t be fooled with its hardwood look, a benefit of this super lightweight material is that it can be easily lifted, meaning you can rearrange your outdoor setting as you please to refresh the space for each season. Adding to this, rattan is the quickest developing tropical wood which makes it a sustainable choice for your furniture needs!

2021 was all about restructuring our living spaces to make way for our work spaces as our two worlds collided when many of us began to work from home. 2022 invites fresh pops of colour, statement lighting, textured furniture and focuses on sustainable pieces and practices.

One of the UAE’s most influential wellness, fitness and food bloggers, we have recently teamed up with British born Carly Neave to assist her with her latest project: the renovation of her new home in the Meadows, Dubai. Carly has worked with our team to hand pick and design a selection of our pieces from our extensive repertoire to turn her interiors dreams into a reality. We catch up with Carly Neave following her collaboration with Wood Culture to find out more about her interior aspirations and her life in Dubai. Tell us a little bit about yourself?  Hi! My name is Carly and I’m a mum of two boys living in Dubai. We recently refurbished our home and it’s been a project of love! What is your biggest interior hack/tip? To design your home in the way your family will use it. I think it’s all too easy to get caught up in what looks pretty and take inspiration from our beautiful pinterest boards but you need to think about how you operate as a family, what will work with kids, where do you like spending time, socializing, entertaining etc. There’s no point having a stunning home with spaces you never really utilize. What is your favourite Wood Culture piece and why?  We’ve had a lot of bespoke pieces made from Wood Culture which I love – the craftsmanship is always exceptional. Our children’s play/storage unit, rattan wardrobes, our natural oak in-built shelves to name a few! But for an “off the rack” item it would have to be our coffee table. Carly's Wood Culture coffee table: Picture credit @carlyneave What was the biggest challenge when renovating your own house? Forward thinking (and keeping on top of costs). I never even considered I’d be picking out finishes for plug sockets or different shades of grouting. It’s daunting when you’ve never done it before! What was the biggest surprise about renovating your own house?  How much more it can make a country feel like home. I never really considered Dubai “home” until we did our house. Now it feels like a really special place to raise our family. What is your favourite country for interior inspiration?  The US! Think Modern Farmhouse … Rattan Closet  What is next for your house design? I’m just learning as I go really but I’d love to do another project where I can be more bold with colours. Really play with industrial materials and bolder paints. What/who is your biggest design inspiration? I ADORE Studio McGee. Her story, her journey, her style and eye. It’s just the dream!

Festive decorations create feelings of pure joy and happiness. With the holiday season just around the corner, here are five pieces of furniture that will make your space more festive. 

    How to get your Garden ready for Winter with Wood Culture!Are you planning on making your garden the ultimate space for entertainment this winter? The months are flying past and before you know it, the winter months will be done so make sure you make the most of the outdoors. From garden furniture to creating a herb wall, impress your guests with personal touches and create a truly stunning space to relax when the sun is out.   Here are some Tips that our team have come up with:  1. Use scatter cushions and rugs to bring the comfort of the home outside while you enjoy the sunshine and good company. You could also add some rattan baskets with some green plants to add life to any space. Check out our baskets here.       2. Don't forget to provide shade for those really hot days. Incorporate awnings or a garden parasol. if you're thinking long-term, build a pergola and train climbers up it to create some dappled shade. As experts in creating bespoke, made to measure items, the team at Wood Culture have the experience of creating most things outdoor.   3. Tidy up the garden by mowing and feeding the lawn and mulching the flower beds to cover up weeds. If you haven't got time to mow, use a strimmer to make sure the edges are tidy.   4. The furniture that you place in your garden is another important consideration. Garden furniture comes in all shapes and sizes, from gorgeous wooden structures to simpler pieces constructed from wicker or rattan. Our team at Wood Culture make stunning bespoke furniture for outdoors so whatever your style or inspiration, let our team be part of creating your ideal outdoor space for entertaining. Sneak peak of our custom furniture pieces made for this villa in Dubai Hills.   5. Add more colour and interest to your outdoor space by using garden planters and troughs. What’s the secret to a stunning garden pot? Mix and match plant heights, textures and colours. We can help you make bespoke planters or you can make use of our stunning fabric options, available online in our home decor collection.   Wishing you a happy holiday season!