Shereen Shabnam
When we sat down with Daria Zolotova, it was immediately clear that her approach to design is less about trends and more about storytelling. Warm yet precise in her words, she explained how ARTDOM was born as a platform to bridge collectible design, furniture, and contemporary art with a global audience. Today, ARTDOM has welcomed more than 120,000 visitors worldwide, but Riyadh, she says, is its most important stage yet.
Taking place on November 11–12 2025, ARTDOM Riyadh will be the first premium Interior Design & Art Congress in the Middle East. For Zolotova, this isn’t just an event — it’s a cultural milestone. “Riyadh is rapidly emerging as a global design capital,” she told us. “ARTDOM is here to connect international expertise with local culture and values, creating a dialogue that enriches both sides.”
The event will feature 200+ top European interior brands and attract more than 3,000 buyers, developers, and patrons from across the Middle East. Visitors can expect a mix of collectible design, artisanal craftsmanship, product design, and contemporary art, all under one roof.
Yet what struck us most in our conversation with Daria was her conviction that design is about more than objects: it’s about emotional resonance. Her personal design philosophy, shaped by European elegance and the boldness of cities like Dubai, is guided by what she resonates with.
ARTDOM Riyadh aligns perfectly with Vision 2030, fostering creative industries alongside Saudi Arabia’s booming real estate and hospitality sectors. As Daria envisions it, this event will not just showcase design but will contribute to a sustainable ecosystem where cultural exchange and business growth go hand in hand. For the region’s tastemakers, ARTDOM Riyadh is the place to witness design history being made.
