Regional Review: Northern Emirates (Sharjah, RAK, UAQ, Ajman). We take a look at the main Interiors products manufactured in the region.

International Review: France. In the build up to Maison et Objet, MEI explores why France is still a world leader in terms of interiors trends.

Sector Focus: Retail. MEI takes a look at the products; people and services involved in the design and fit-out of retail outlets,

supermarkets, and shopping malls.

Specials: Forecast for 2010. Leading designers speak about the top trends for 2010: from moods and materials to professional practise and business issues.

Events:

Preview: IMM Cologne (Jan 19-24), Cologne

Maison et Objet (Jan 22-26), Paris

Preview: Heimtextil (Jan 13-16), Frankfurt

FEBRUARY

Regional Review: Oman. MEI examines how Oman’s rich history brings life to its new projects and developments.

International Review: Scandinavia. In keeping with our Office Interiors review, MEI explores the influences of the region

in cutting-edge product design.

Sector Focus: Office Interiors. A showcase of some outstanding working environments, products and profiles of the people who make these happen.

Specials: Outdoor living. All the aspects of outdoor living and landscaping under one roof: products, design trends and leading companies.

Events:

The Office Exhibition (Feb 9-11), Dubai

Review: IMM Cologne,

Aircraft Interiors Middle East (Feb 28-Mar 1), Dubai

MARCH

Regional Review: Bahrain. With the economy remaining buoyant on this tiny isle, MEI examines just how strong a

presence Bahrain really is, and it’s potential for accessing the Saudi Arabian market.

International Review: USA. MEI examines this Western giant’s major exports to the Middle East.

Sector Focus: Residential. MEI takes a look at key trends in the design of homes, showcasing some of the best - from master planned communities to palaces for royalty.

Specials: Glass. Glass and glazing products continue to excite designers with their potential. MEI reviews some of the hottest trends and commercial and residential applications of glass.

Events:

Interiors UAE (Mar 29-31), Abu Dhabi

Preview: Saudi Building and Interiors

Exhibition – SBIE (April 4-7), Jeddah.

APRIL

Regional Review: Turkey. From traditional bathhouses to brand-new 5-star resorts and spas, Turkey has for centuries represented one of our favourite getaways. MEI examines

why this is still the case and showcases the interiors of some of the best-kept secrets. International Review: India. A spotlight on Indian entrepreneurs in the design and construction industry.

Sector Focus: Spa design. Wellness is a multimillion dollar industry, and growing, and good design is what makes the crucial difference. MEI explores this thriving design niche.

Specials: Floorings & Wall coverings. Classic and contemporary products used to finish floors and walls, plus an overview of the current market.

Events:

HKTDC Lighting Fair Spring Edition (Apr 13-16), Hong Kong

HKTDC Home Textiles (Apr 20-23),Hong Kong

Preview: gulfBID 2010 (May 4-6), Bahrain

Preview: Domotex (May 10-12), Dubai

MAY

Regional Review: Abu Dhabi. MEI reviews the key projects and technologies being brought into play by the UAE capital and

explores the city’s ongoing commitment to ‘green’ issues.

International Review: Far-east Review: Japan and China. MEI turns the spotlight on these two manufacturing Goliaths.

Sector Focus: Resorts. MEI presents the best of interior design in the creation and renovation of local resort projects.

Specials: Seating. Cutting edge technology, designers’ favourites, commercial bestsellers and industry leaders, all take a bow in MEI’s seating special.

Events:

Official gulfBID issue

Preview: The Hotel Show (May 18-20)

Domotex (May 10-12), Dubai

JUNE

Regional Review: Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. MEI looks at design trends in the Eastern Province.

International Review: Portugal. We look at some of the major exports from this vibrant country.

Sector Focus: Hospitality. A look at the latest products and services making waves in the hospitality segment, and those recommended by owners, operators and designers.

Specials: Stone & Ceramics. MEI profiles the best in marble, granite, architectural stone and ceramic tile.

Events:

gulfBID 2010 review

Milan Furniture Fair

JULY

Regional Review: Jordan. MEI explores the influence of the country’s rich mix of religion and architecture on contemporary design.

International Review: Australia. MEI goes Down Under and showcases some of the most impressive projects.

Lighting: A look at specialist lighting

systems for interiors.

Sector Focus: Home interiors. The latest and the best accessories, furnishings and design trends in home interiors.

Specials: Art in Interiors. MEI focusses on the artists and companies that provide artworks, photographs and murals for

interior environments.

Events:

Neocon World Trade Fair (Jun 14-16), Chicago, USA

AUGUST

Regional Review: Kuwait. MEI travels North and profiles some of the biggest interior design names in the region.

International Review: Germany. MEI uncovers the technologies that make Germany a world leader in bathroom products and design.

Sector Focus: Healthcare. The spotlight is on projects, technology and people in the booming healthcare industry.

Specials: Bathroom design. MEI examines the latest trends and products in the ever expanding bathroom design segment.

Events:

Preview: Ideas & Passion, Valencia, Spain

SEPTEMBER

Regional Review: Morocco. MEI showcases some of the region’s most impressive developments.

International Review: Spain. We take note of the manner in which this flamboyant nation combines history and culture with modern aesthetics.

Sector Focus: Educational facilities. Educational interiors are briskly evolving to keep pace with changing user demands and

teaching methodologies. MEI showcases thoughts, trends, and technologies.

Specials: Designer furniture. From kitsch to high-brow, MEI sources the most exciting designer furniture from all over

the world.

Events:

Preview: Cityscape

Preview: ISH Kitchen & Bath (TBC)

OCTOBER

Regional Review: Qatar. MEI reviews the progress of major developments taking place in the region.

International Review: Britain. We take a peek at the interiors products and trends linking Britain with our region.

Sector Focus: Refurbishment. A closer look at the opportunities, challenges and significant projects in the growing renovation and refurbishment industry.

Specials: Textiles, soft furnishings and wall coverings. MEI showcases the finest products, plus profiles of leading manufacturers and suppliers.

Events:

Valencia

Las Vegas Market Fall Fair, Las Vegas

Preview: INFDEX (Oct 21-24), Doha

Preview: INDEX 2010

NOVEMBER

Regional Review: Dubai. MEI brings you the latest updates from the UAE’s buzzing hub.

International Review: Austria. The biggest manufacturer of luxury lighting in the world, MEI illumintes the reasons behind

this success.

Sector Focus: Leisure facilities. From sports halls and gymnasiums to cinemas to waterparks, designing for leisure is a

specialist skill. MEI presents landmark projects and the people behind them.

Specials: Lighting. The spotlight is turned on one of the fastest-evolving industry segments, with a special focus on

sustainable products and solutions.

Events:

Index 2010: The stage is set for the region’s largest interiors and furniture trade show. As supporting publication, MEI features in-depth coverage on the exhibitors, what they’ll be showcasing, and why it is a must visit.

Plus, a look at InRetail  Exhibition which runs alongside

Index, showcasing companies involved in the design, fit out, and management of retail outlets, supermarkets, and shopping malls in the Arabian Gulf.

HKTDC Lighting Fair Autumn edition

DECEMBER

Regional Review: Saudi Arabia. Considered the region’s industrial powerhouse, MEI highlights some of the Kingdom’s more aesthetic achievements in terms of interiors and design.

International: Italy. The hottest designs from this inspirational country.

Sector Focus: Annual review of interior designers. MEI’s much-anticipated review of the top design firms in the region: from

big to boutique, from the established to the ones-to-watch.

Kitchens: MEI looks at kitchen design and the trends shaping new construction and renovations.