ARTDOM Expands Its Footprint to Riyadh

After making waves across Moscow and Russia, ARTDOM, the international exhibition dedicated to collectible furniture, interiors, and contemporary art sets its sights on the Middle East. This November, ARTDOM lands in Riyadh, bringing with it an uncompromising vision of design, innovation, and cross-cultural creativity.

Held from November 11–12 at the architectural marvel that is Saraj, a 4,000-square-meter venue in the Saudi capital, this edition is ARTDOM’s most ambitious yet. With a carefully curated lineup of 55 international exhibitors, many making their regional debut, ARTDOM Riyadh will push the boundaries of what design can mean in a city on the brink of a creative renaissance.

ARTDOM is a place where design, art, and cultural narrative intersect. From limited-edition furniture to avant-garde interiors and collectible design, every object on display is a reflection of craftsmanship and intent. At its core, ARTDOM champions brands that dare to think differently, those who collaborate closely with designers and operate with a clear philosophy and vision.

“As a project, ARTDOM defines what’s next in interiors and collectible design,” say the organisers. “It exists to foster collaboration between brands, designers, and cultural tastemakers and to spark dialogue that continues beyond the exhibition walls.”

This year’s Riyadh edition reads like a who's who of contemporary design. Italian icon Giulio Cappellini, the visionary Carlo Colombo, and the boundary-pushing duo Draga & Aurel will headline ARTDOM’s keynote series moderated by curator and creative director Daria Zolotova. Expect panel talks on everything from sustainability to the future of design ecosystems and the role of culture in shaping spaces.

“I’m proud to contribute to spreading contemporary design in a place as culturally important as Riyadh,” said Cappellini. “This isn’t just another event, it’s where the best of international design comes to meet the future.”

What sets ARTDOM apart is its immersive, experiential approach. Each brand is given space to tell its story, with exhibition layouts designed to reflect the narrative behind the object. The program also includes private networking sessions, media previews, and behind-the-scenes access to the creative minds shaping the future.

The event will open with a by-invitation-only gala dinner, welcoming exhibitors, global press, key cultural figures, and members of the Saudi Royal Family. It’s a moment of celebration but also connection, creating real-time bridges between East and West, tradition and modernity.

There’s a reason ARTDOM chose Riyadh for its next chapter. Saudi Arabia is in the midst of an unprecedented cultural shift, investing deeply in architecture, design, and the arts. The region’s appetite for collectible design is growing, and ARTDOM arrives not just to meet it, but to shape it.

“We’ve built a strong global design community,” says Zolotova. “Bringing over 55 international names under one roof in Riyadh is a milestone for us and the region. It’s a sign of what’s to come.”