Furniture is no longer just a piece of decoration that fills space; it has become an aesthetic expression. Today’s furniture has been redefining the aesthetic world striking a perfect balance between inspiration and vision.
The interior design industry in Saudi Arabia has flourished in the last few years. The influence of international culture and tourism has renewed the interest and desire to acquire everything that is artistic and beautiful. At the core of the furniture industry is the emotional desire of people to decorate their homes with furniture that reflects their personality.
Since women are at the heart of this matter and are the custodians of home decoration, their role can never be ignored, especially with many Saudi women taking up interior design jobs in the engineering sector, which is a key contributor to the advancement of interior design.
Marina Home, a home furnishing and décor retailer, recently organized a secret dinner for select ladies to explore the mystery of beauty in home furnishings. The evening ignited serious and fruitful discussions that dealt with many aspects, not only concerning design and style, but also the psychological factors in choosing furniture and the importance of creating a balance between dreams and personal ambitions.
Sam Ghori, general manager at Marina Home — Saudi Arabia, said: “We are extremely excited about the interest shown by the regional social media influencers for their passion and commitment to work with the brand. Due to this major success of our secret dinner we will be conducting multiple events with industry experts and customers to create an interactive showroom experience.”
The event served as a perfect occasion to exchange ideas on topics such as “Journeys,” “Expressions,” “Conversations,” “Empowerment,” and “Home.”
“It is not surprising that today we find rare pieces of furniture that are unique and demonstrate excellence in design, that speak for themselves and tell their own story,” said Ghori.
“Since our inauguration, Marina Home — Saudi Arabia has received positive response from the market by bringing much-needed style, sophistication and exclusivity to the premium home furnishings sector, in Saudi Arabia. Our aim was to create the go-to space for our customers to enjoy an unforgettable experience with the latest home furnishing trends,” he added.
Discover the latest interior design trends at Marina Home
Discover the latest interior design trends at Marina Home
25,000 attend Social Development Bank’s DeveGO25 forum
The Social Development Bank concluded the second edition of the Entrepreneurship and Modern Business Practices Forum — DeveGo 2025 — announcing the achievement of high-impact outcomes that further reinforced the forum’s position as the largest national platform in the region dedicated to entrepreneurship, innovation, and freelance work in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
The forum witnessed broad participation from local and international experts, investors, entrepreneurs, and representatives of local, regional, and international institutions.
Over three days at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, the forum drew 25,000 participants and visitors, who benefited from over 45 specialized workshops and over 2500 advisory sessions delivered by more than 70 consultants and experts.
The sessions covered key areas including entrepreneurial planning, business models, venture capital, digital platforms, freelancing, and emerging technologies.
The forum also featured 20 panel discussions with leading local and international speakers, addressing major global trends in entrepreneurship, including the future of artificial intelligence, the creative economy, digital transformation, and venture investment.
The forum saw the launch of the Saudi Empretec Fellowship, in the presence of Rebeca Grynspan, secretary-general of the UN Conference on Trade and Development.
The partners in success within the Social Responsibility Portfolio supporting entrepreneurs were honored.
It also saw the honoring of 13 winners of the Handicrafts Competition, representing various regions of the Kingdom, the announcement of winners of the Salam Award for Promising Projects, and the recognition of leading entrepreneurial projects fund under the Enterprises Track.
In addition, the NEXT UP Challenge concluded on the third day of the forum with 20 startups presenting their projects to more than 500 investors, enhancing opportunities for networking and partnership building.
As part of efforts to strengthen the support ecosystem, the forum witnessed the signing of 51 agreements, along with the launch of a suite of new financing products. These included the Capital Expansion Product with a ceiling of up to SR10 million, the Payroll Product with a ceiling of SR2 million, and the Rental Product with a ceiling of SR1.5 million, aimed at supporting enterprises in asset development and covering operational costs.
This reflects the bank’s direction toward offering more specialized financing tools that respond effectively to market needs.
The forum concluded by reaffirming its role as a unifying national platform for entrepreneurship, where accompanying activities and events provided direct engagement opportunities between entrepreneurs, investors, and experts.
The forum also highlighted success stories and practical experiences that reflect the scale of entrepreneurial momentum in the Kingdom and the growing role of the Social Development Bank in supporting a national economy driven by innovation and knowledge.
