Purposefully designed, crafted, and manufactured in the UAE, KHALID SHAFAR is a contemporary Emirati furniture brand with global resonance.

Founded in 2010 as an independent design studio by Khalid AlShafar in Dubai, KHALID SHAFAR has since grown into a prominent industry player with global ambitions. Inspired by Emirati culture, the brand interprets the evolution of the UAE through visually striking furniture and homeware solutions that merge form, function and intuitive design.

A diligent study of functionality, each KHALID SHAFAR piece is designed to anticipate the needs of people and spaces, elevating every context in which it is used. Collaborating with interior designers and architects across the world, the brand pushes the benchmarks of convention, rethinking the manner in which furniture pieces are developed, used, and applied within evolving environments and spaces. 

Sitting at the cusp of artisanal and industrial, the brand fuses organic textures with architectural lines and contemporary materials to curate a universal design language that transcends space, culture, and time.

Design purpose

Driven by process, every KHALID SHAFAR design is rooted in anticipating the needs of people in contemporary spaces.

These observations form the foundation of designer Khalid AlShafar’s meticulous product development process. Rooted in purpose and functionality, the principles of furniture design are reviewed through the lens of architecture to deliver versatile design solutions that sit at the epicentre of art, design, and culture. 

Inspired by his own musings, as he witnesses the transformation of the UAE firsthand, every collection embodies a timeless outlook that pays homage to the enduring relevance of Emirati culture and society within shifting contexts. 

Sitting at the cusp of art and industry, each unique design bears its own variations and deliberate imperfections that tell the story of the people who came together to create it. Ethically designed and manufactured, the brand works with creatives around the world to elevate the standards of the global furniture industry, for a sustainable outlook that simultaneously preserves the future of our planet, its people, and the industry.

About Khalid

Khalid AlShafar is an Emirati furniture designer recognised for integrating architectural principles into furniture design. Originally embarking on a career in business and marketing after graduating from the American University in Dubai, Khalid's enduring interest in interior and furniture design led him to pursue specialised studies at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design (UK), and the Centre for Fine Woodworking (New Zealand).

Determined to build a globally recognised furniture brand from his hometown, Dubai, Khalid founded the KHALID SHAFAR brand in 2010.  His work is characterised by a deep commitment to creating visually striking furniture that not only serves functional purposes but also stands as a legacy within changing spaces.

Khalid's design approach has garnered international acclaim, leading to collaborations with noted industry figures such as the Brazilian Campana Brothers, and partnerships with esteemed brands including Moissonnier, Tai Ping, Arte Veneziana and Kartell. These collaborations highlight his ability to fuse cultural influences with contemporary design, making each piece a testament to innovative craftsmanship and timeless appeal. Through his creations, Khalid AlShafar continues to redefine the boundaries of furniture design, ensuring each piece not only complements but enhances the spaces it inhabits.

Khalid’s designs have been showcased at leading global design events such as Downtown Design Dubai, London Design Festival, and Milan Design Week. His work has also been featured in top publications including Wallpaper, GQ, Identity and Architectural Digest, as well as in cities such as Tokyo, Berlin, Beirut, Riyadh, Doha, and Hangzhou.