Houses Of Ruya

Rooted in Culture.Connected to the World

PURPOSE

At Houses of Ruya, our Just Cause is to create a world where cultural heritage, luxury, and innovation coexist in harmony, enriching lives and inspiring future generations. We craft experiences that transcend ordinary luxury by preserving authenticity, promoting craftsmanship, and connecting diverse cultural narratives.

Through the World Intangible Cultural Heritage Conservation Center (WICHCC), we collaborate with master artisans and cultural suppliers worldwide to honor the past, embrace the present, and inspire the future.

  • ROTATING EXHIBITIONS

    Design monthly exhibition to display different regions of the world’s intangible cultural heritage and art pieces, including: Middle East and North Africa (MENA), East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, Americas and Oceania.

  • CURATION APPROACH

    Collaborative efforts with local and international artists, NGOs, and cultural institutions to spotlight themes such as creative craftsmanship, multi-cultural collaboration, sustainable art and tech-powered art.

  • WORKSHOPS & EVENTS

    Along with the monthly exhibitions, the gallery aims to host interactive workshops, artist talks, and cultural craftsman events, fostering immersive learning experiences for the community and for Dubai

WHY IT’S UNIQUE (USP/INSPIRATION)

  • The Ruya Art Gallery and Café stands as a distinctive cultural landmark, seamlessly blending the preservation of cultural heritage with art and futuristic retail. It captures Dubai Design District's (D3) ethos of creativity and innovation, offering a space that is both timeless and forward-thinking, providing a unique art and culture experience.

  • Visitors are invited to step into a world of interaction and immersion, where storytelling, participatory art installations, digital guidance and hands-on workshops bring cultural traditions to life in fresh and exciting ways.

  • Through curated exhibits and a culturally inspired menu that combines the charm of Arabic coffee shops with the serenity of Eastern tea rooms, the gallery café pays homage to the world’s intangible cultural treasures.

  • The initiative serves as a platform to showcase the artistry and stories of global artisans and cultural heritages. By encouraging collaboration and innovation, traditional intangible cultural heritage will be empowered by cross-cultural enlightenment, high-tech representation and human-centric restructuring.

  • With its visually stunning design, artful ambiance, and harmonious blend of East and Middle East, the Ruya Art Gallery and Café offers an unforgettable experience that resonates long after each visit.

Global Suppliers and Partnerships

Crystal and Jewelry Painting Museum

Natural Gemstone Painting involves the meticulous arrangement of finely ground gemstones to create intricate designs and vibrant imagery.

Filigree in the Gold Museum in Beijing

The art of shaping and weaving fine gold wires into elaborate patterns and designs, to produce ornamental works for jewelry, sculpture or decorative items.

Samia Art Gallery in Dubai

The process of adorning porcelain surfaces with intricate designs and vibrant colours, using specialised pigments and techniques, resulting in durable, luminous works of art which can be altered to different shapes.