Terminal G: Hand-woven Stories From the Gulf

This panel examines how design in the region serves as a vessel for storytelling, collaboration, and cultural memory. It highlights the exhibition Terminal G: Hand-Woven Stories from the Gulf, featuring Mohamed Maktabi (Iwan Maktabi), Abdulrahman and Turki Al Gazzaz (BrickLAB), and the designer Sumaya Shelbi, alongside other regional voices, in a discussion on how carpets, architecture, and objects embody both heritage and innovation.
The conversation also emphasizes the role of Terminal G as a platform for nurturing Gulf design voices and showcasing collaborations such as Iwan Maktabi x BrickLAB. Key themes include narratives woven into design, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and craft as a bridge between cultural memory and future possibilities.