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By Zemer Peled

This stunning piece is inspired by the rich underwater world of the Maldives — the intricate, delicate coral forms and the beautiful colours of the multitudinous organisms that call it home.

by Chris Wolston

Residing outside Joali’s Boutique, these intricately-detailed chairs contrast with the beautiful fauna around them, and challenge visitors to take a seat.

By Dough Johnston

Located in Joali’s boutique, Doug Johnston's organic-shaped light shades reflect the textures and waves of the island.

By Misha Khan

The astonishing forms and colours of coral are beautifully expressed through this communal table, inspired by the vibrant artistry of Antoni Gaudi.

By Nacho Carbonell

The cocoon-like chair offers a private moment of quiet introspection to anyone seated in its depths.

By Soojin Kang

Housed in our Four Bedroom Beach Residence, these elaborate thread tapestries are handwoven exclusively with natural materials.

By Reinaldo Senguino

Inspired by the fabled table-top Tepuis mountains of Venezuela and the forms of heritage hour glasses, these clay stools are crafted with mud from the rivers of the Guiana Highland region.

By Ardmore Ceramics

This striking work represents the emblematic grey heron found on the island, coupled with the romance of fragrant frangipanis and mystical mangroves.

By Feleksan Onar

Channelling her gift for forming glass into intricate objects, Onar has crafted a signature collection of tropical-inspired creations for JOALI Maldives.

By Seckin Pirim

On the wall of each villa, an eye-catching clam-like centrepiece by Seckin Pirim have a ripple shape reminiscent of the aquamarine waters surrounding the island.

By Studio Mameluca

This unique installation is inspired by the egg of the White Tern seabird, found across the world’s tropical oceans.

By Aurelie Hoegy

For this haute couture design piece, Hoegy took inspiration from the our island and its sumptuous white sand shapes, formed by the infinite movement of the Indian Ocean.

By Maja Rohwetter

This augmented reality installation opens a portal to a dimension in-between analogue and digital realms.

By Jeanne Susplugas

Embark on a maze-like journey into the brain, through thoughts rendered by illustration.

By Porky Hefer

Taking inspiration from these fascinating marine creatures, this artwork is a marvellous expression of vernacular architecture.

By Studio Glithero

These stunning creations reflect Glithero’s attempt to preserve a moment in the life of individual plant specimens from JOALI Maldives.