Norah Hayat: awarded as Highly Commended Technical Designer of the Year at CID MENA Awards 2025 – Luxury Kitchen Design and Bespoke Wardrobes in Dubai

Dubai, UAE – September, 2025 – In the world of luxury interior design, where craftsmanship meets innovation, Norah Hayat, Technical Design Manager at Finasi, has been awarded as Highly Commended Technical Designer of the Year at the CID MENA Awards 2025. This highlights her exceptional talent in transforming houses into homes through the art of bespoke kitchens and wardrobes in Dubai.

Norah stands at the heart of Finasi’s technical design team, embodying the belief that “craftsmanship breathes soul into space.” Her leadership and meticulous attention to detail have been crucial in delivering some of Dubai’s most exclusive residential interior design projects, consistently raising the bar for what luxury kitchen and wardrobes solutions can achieve.

The Philosophy Behind the Design: Craftsmanship, Functionality, and Modern Vision

Norah Hayat’s design philosophy is a fusion of craftsmanship, functionality, and a modern, client-centric vision. She believes that bespoke kitchens and custom wardrobes are not just spaces, but daily rituals. Her job, as she sees it, is to make those moments beautiful, practical, and lasting. This philosophy is built on three core principles:

• Client-Centric Customization: Every bespoke kitchen and walk-in wardrobe is a unique reflection of the client’s lifestyle and preferences. Norah and her team excel at creating highly customized, tailor-made solutions that are both elegant and functional.

• Refined Material Selection: Norah’s expertise in combining materials like solid wood, melamine, veneer, leather, metal, and glass results in harmonious and sophisticated designs. Her focus on high-end finishes is a key differentiator for Finasi in the luxury interior market.

• Tech-Forward Integration: Norah seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technology into her designs, from handleless cabinetry with motion technology to smart storage solutions and integrated LED lighting. This ensures that luxury and innovation go hand in hand, creating spaces that are as intelligent as they are impactful.

Signature Projects: A Showcase of Bespoke Excellence

Norah Hayat’s portfolio demonstrates her ability to deliver exceptional quality and design finesse at scale. Her work has left an indelible mark on some of Dubai’s most prestigious luxury residential developments:

• Penthouse @110, Business Bay: A stunning example of a complete, customized kitchen and wardrobe solution. The luxury kitchen features a deep emerald marble island and discreet pocket doors, while the walk-in closet is a curated gallery of black-tinted glass and soft lighting.

• Lunaria & Chorisia, Al Barari: Norah led the delivery of bespoke kitchens and wardrobes across multiple luxury villas, showcasing her ability to scale craftsmanship for large-scale projects without compromising on quality or detail.

• ZUHHA Villas, The World Islands: A project involving the delivery of bespoke kitchens for 25 beachfront ultra-luxury villas. Each villa features three kitchens with cabinetry in walnut veneer, melamine, tinted glass, and bronze-finished metal frames.

• Downtown Design Kitchen & Wardrobe: At Downtown Design 2024, Norah led the design of the kitchen and wardrobe areas for the Living Lounge Loft, creating elegant, multifunctional solutions that showcased the best of Finasi’s craftsmanship and versatility.

These projects, among many others, highlight Norah’s mastery of luxury kitchen design and custom wardrobe solutions.

A Word from Norah

In her own words, Norah shares her passion for her craft:

It’s in the crafted details of joinery that a space begins to feel authentic—warm, personal, and alive. I enjoy drawing something specific and intimate like kitchens and wardrobes as I feel these are the places where life truly happens… I believe in making spaces that are not only beautifully built but built to be lived-in—quietly, joyfully, meaningfully.”

Experience the Art of Bespoke Living with Finasi

Norah Hayat’s Highly Commended award at the CID MENA Awards underscores Finasi’s commitment to excellence in luxury Kitchens and Wardrobes Dubai. If you are looking to create a truly unique and personal space with high-end kitchens or bespoke wardrobes, our team of experts is here to bring your vision to life.

Whether you’re planning a luxury residential project, need custom kitchen design, or want to create the perfect walk-in wardrobe, Finasi’s technical design team, led by industry experts like Norah Hayat, delivers unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail.