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14/10/2026

100 Years of Lalique Tourbillons

In 1926, Suzanne Lalique Haviland, daughter of René Lalique, designed the Tourbillons vase, taking inspiration from the spiralling form of an unfurling fern.

Its repeated curves and contrasting surfaces were created to interact with light, giving the object a sense of movement.

A century later, Lalique has revisited the design with a new coral patina that emphasizes the depth of the relief. The original was produced in pressed glass with black enamel, while today Tourbillons is handcrafted in crystal at the Maison’s manufacture in Alsace.

11/10/2026

5 Things by Sérgio Rodrigues

Sérgio Rodrigues gave Brazilian modernism its own vocabulary.

Rather than following the lighter, more restrained language of European mid century furniture, he worked with substantial forms, native hardwoods, leather, cane, and an idea of comfort that was deliberately informal.

The Mocho, Oscar, Mole, Kilin, and Diz span almost five decades of his career. Together, they show how the same principles could take very different forms, from a three legged wooden stool to the generous cushions of Mole and the sculpted timber of Diz.

09/10/2026

ORDO Cultural Calendar

October and November mark the start of one of the most active periods in the UAE cultural calendar.

This season, our list moves between Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Al Ain, with a focus on contemporary art, collectible design, architecture, and public installations.

From Downtown Design and NOMAD to Frieze Abu Dhabi and the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial, these are the dates we are keeping on the calendar.

For ORDO, cultural events are also a way to discover new names, materials, objects, and ideas that later find their way into interiors.

Save the dates.

08/10/2026

Red in interiors. A bold choice

Red works as a striking accent and naturally draws the eye. The idea that red is necessarily aggressive is a misconception. Used in a monochrome scheme, red can create a rich palette through variations in shade, texture, and material.

Red is an emotional tool: it sets the tone and character of a room. It’s important to consider tone, texture, and lighting. Warm light softens its intensity, while cool light creates a more dramatic contrast. light creates a more dramatic contrast.

06/10/2026

Staircases as Architecture

A staircase is one of the few functional elements that can completely change the architecture of an interior.

Its form determines movement through the space, while material and proportion influence how heavy, open, or sculptural the room feels. Spiral stairs save floor area, while wide straight or curved staircases can become the visual center of a home.

Stone gives a staircase a monolithic quality, timber adds warmth, and steel or glass can make the structure appear lighter.

04/10/2026

Autumn, by ORDO

Autumn enters the interior through warm, saturated color and contrasting materials.

Ochre walls create the base, while deep burgundy adds density and definition. Dark wood, brushed metal, patterned textiles, and glossy surfaces introduce different textures, balanced by the soft glow of sculptural lighting.

The palette feels especially suited to autumn: to***co, caramel, chocolate, burgundy, and warm metallic tones, layered within one space.

A seasonal shift expressed through color, material, and light.

01/10/2026

Item of the Week. Cartier Frog

Created around 1925, Cartier’s Art Deco frog is a small object with extraordinary material detail. Carved from nephrite with cabochon ruby eyes, the frog rests on an alabaster pedestal, transforming a playful natural motif into a precious desk object.

30/09/2026

We look for objects worth living with.

Pieces chosen for their material, proportion, craftsmanship, and context. Vintage and contemporary, functional and decorative, each one becomes part of the interior rather than simply an addition to it.

ORDO. Curated for spaces with character.

29/09/2026

Inspired by Water

For this home in Kerala, The Act of Quad looked to the region’s rivers, lagoons, and lakes, making the water lily the central motif of the interior.

Soft curves replace rigid geometry, while shades of green, lime plaster, clay, handcrafted wood, and flowing textiles create a direct connection to the surrounding landscape. The water lily reappears subtly throughout the space, from furniture and mirrors to a sculptural green door detail.

But the project is not built around aesthetics alone.

Designed for two generations of one family, its architecture responds to different everyday needs, including an enlarged wheelchair accessible bathroom and concealed storage and technology.

A good example of how a single natural reference can inform color, material, form, and function without becoming literal.

Interior design: The Act of Quad
Photography: Nayan Soni
Source: Dezeen.com

23/09/2026

Oscar Niemeyer: Beyond Architecture

Oscar Niemeyer is best known for the monumental curves of Brasília, but his design language extended far beyond architecture.

Working with his daughter Anna Maria Niemeyer, he translated the same principles into furniture: curved structures, strong silhouettes, and a careful balance between visual lightness and material presence.

Wood, leather, cane, and steel became tools for exploring movement and proportion. Rather than treating furniture as decoration, Niemeyer approached each piece as a small architectural composition.

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