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RIYADH: Researchers at Umm Al-Qura University have developed modern home accessories inspired by traditional Saudi handicrafts, aiming to integrate cultural heritage into contemporary interior design.
Led by Ahoud Hassanein from the Interior Design and Arts Department, the study explores how classical craft elements 鈥� such as wooden carvings, Sadu patterns, pottery, and palm frond weaving 鈥� can be adapted for modern living spaces while preserving cultural value and supporting local artisans.
鈥淥ur approach merges functionality with cultural relevance. It highlights the potential of Saudi handicrafts as design assets in today鈥檚 market,鈥� Hassanein said.
The research also looks at practical and economic applications, proposing ways to turn these designs into marketable products, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The project aligns with the Kingdom鈥檚 Vision 2030 reform plan and the Ministry of Culture鈥檚 designation of 2025 as the 鈥淵ear of Handicrafts.鈥�
Recommendations include encouraging designers to incorporate traditional visual elements into modern decor, establishing craft-based production lines, and offering workshops to help artisans improve product quality and reach wider market