An innovative jewelry box seamlessly merging tradition and sustainability, paying tribute to the UAE National Day and Year of Sustainability with its unique blend of heritage-inspired design and ecological harmony, encapsulating the nation's spirit of unity and progress.

This jewelry box is a harmonious fusion of tradition and innovation, designed to commemorate the UAE National Day for the Year of Sustainability. Inspired by the traditional mandoos boxes of the region, it embodies unity, sustainability, and heritage in its proportions, materials, and functionality. The box draws its primary inspiration from the traditional mandoos boxes and serves a dual purpose as a storage unit and a side table, mirroring the versatility of its traditional counterparts.

To align with the sustainability goals of the Year of Sustainability, the box departs from convention by adopting a cubic geometry instead of the traditional rectangular shape. This change symbolizes order and balance, reflecting the equilibrium sought in sustainability, encompassing ecological, social, and economic aspects. Elevated on legs, this modern interpretation pays homage to the traditional rectangular mandoos boxes that also functioned as benches, showcasing adaptability―a hallmark of the UAE’s spirit. Additionally, the box features brass studs that accentuate and celebrate the modularity of Leukeather, a unique material derived from the region’s flora. These brass studs are thoughtfully arranged along the seven seams of Leukeather, symbolizing the union of the seven emirates of the UAE.

This jewelry box, with its meticulous design and sustainable ethos, encapsulates the essence of the UAE’s commitment to sustainability, blending tradition with innovation to create a lasting legacy that reflects the unity and progress of the nation.

Al Mandoos will be featured at the UAE Designer Exhibition, supported by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture)