Dukkan421
Dukkan421 is a design store inspired by the architectural themes of 421 and Mina Zayed. Our store features products that reflect 421’s commitment to fostering local and regional talent, including a wide selection of publications, homeware, stationary, and other unique products. Dukkan421 is the perfect stop for all who are in search for a unique, curated selection of designs by regional creatives. It is a dynamic store that fosters learning, engagement, and cultural understanding.
Library tote bag by Lest We Forget
The design of the canvas material bag was inspired by photographs and oral histories contributed to the Lest We Forget Archive. The late Sheikh Zayed bin sultan Al Nahyan frequented this public library and bookshop that once stood in the old central cork of Abu Dhabi. A before-and-after photo is printed on the sides of the bag and the story of the images is printed on the inner pocket of the bag.
Lest We Forget is an innovative archival and research initiative that documents Emirati vernacular cultural memory and generates contemporary responses through the use of artistic language. Lest We Forget collaborates with individuals, families and communities to create artistic books, exhibitions, films, animations, product designs and even an opera.
Price: 40 AED