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2023

2023

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RESIDENTIAL FOCUS: JAPANDI IN THE DESERT

Step inside a modern sanctuary defined by a clean aesthetic, authentic materiality and an ethos that combines desert inspiration with the simplicity of Japandi living.

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COSENTINO GLOBAL – PALM DESERT

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CELLAR IN THE SEA: BEHIND THE DESIGN OF SOLAIRE LOUNGE 2023

Inside C’est ici Design's collaboration with Veuve Clicquot for Downtown Design's Solaire Lounge 2023

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SOLAIRE LOUNGE – CELLAR IN THE SEA

Narrating the fascinating story of the recovery of 47 perfectly preserved Veuve Clicquot bottles from a shipwreck off the Åland Islands in 2010

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AD MIDDLE EAST – 15 THINGS NOT TO MISS AT DTD: SOLAIRE LOUNGE

Envisioned by Monica Arango, the creative mind behind C’est ici Design – the Dubai-based studio that is know for its impeccably layered, super chic spaces – as a marine-themed bar and terrace at Downtown Design, the Solaire Lounge draws inspiration from a true story

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AL KHAALEJ – AMPHORA GUIDE FOR DOWNTOWN DESIGN

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HEART OF THE HOME

C'est Ici founder Monica Arango has revamped her kitchen into a warm, minimalist haven - with a little help from Cosentino

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BLANK CANVAS - THE NEO-BRUTALIST BOUTIQUE THAT LETS BESPOKE COLLECTIONS SHINE

Looking al KAGE's stripped back boutique  by C'est Ici Design.

2022

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IN REVIEW: FRITZ HANSEN’S PK0 A™ CHAIR

Fritz Hansen’s PK0 A™ Chair is wondrous, but what’s even more riveting is its legacy. To see how a design rooted in history charters in contemporary waters, we invited Monica Arango of C’est Ici Decor and Cem Kapancioglu of CK Architecture Interiors to look beyond the chair’s layers (literally!). Dive in to see what they had to say…

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MINIMALISTIC HEAVEN: KAGE HAS UNVEILED ITS NEW DUBAI FLAGSHIP BOUTIQUE

The space, designed by C’est ici embodies an elegant laid-back luxe vibe…

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HOW KAGE’S NEO-BRUTALIST BOUTIQUE BY C’EST ICI DESIGN EMBODIES LAID-BACK LUXE

UAE fashion and homeware brand KAGE has a physical store in Dubai's Al Quoz

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C’EST ICI DESIGN BRINGS A SECRET GARDEN TO LIFE AT ART DUBAI

The F&B concept combines clean lines, natural textures and greenery to create an idyllic space

2021

2021

DUBAI WORKS E148: MONICA ARANGO

Dubai Works E148: Monica Arango, Founder of C'est ici Interior Design Studio

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HARPER BARZAR

The Dubai-based co-funder of homegrown interior styling studio C'est ici walks us through an ordinary day around the clock

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GRAZIA - WORK WISDOM: HOW CAN I OPTIMISE MY HOME WORKSPACE?

Are you having a coronavirus career crisis? In the compelling new series, Grazia quizzes the region's experts in recruitment, business, personal branding, law, finance and more to help you navigate your next move in your professional life

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IDENTITY DESIGN AWARDS 2021

Shortlist revealed for the Interior Design categories for identity Design Awards 2021

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LOVIN DUBAI

PODCAST: How A Colombian Lawyer Switched Careers To Running One Of The Most In Demand Design Firms In Dubai

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LUXHABITAT - AT HOME WITH: MONICA ARANGO

The founder of C'est Ici talks family, design & inspiration at her home in Jumeirah Golf Estates

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THE DESIGN SOCIETY

C’est Ici Interior Design Studio was selected to create a unique and distinctive interior design in the middle of Acacia Gardens. The brief included full FF&B and interior decoration of a spacious three floor deluxe contemporary villa...

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MOJEH

A Day In The Life Of C’est Ici Founder Monica Arango

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PAROS BY C'EST ICI

C’est Ici have been shortlisted for Living Space – Global Award in The International Design and Architecture Awards 2021.

C’est Ici took an artistic approach to the composition of space in their Paros project.

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COMERCIAL INTERIOR DESIGN

C’est ici is an interdisciplinary team led by co-founder Monica Arango, whose members recently moved into an office in Al Quoz, Dubai

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LETS US PLAY - INSPIRATION

Be the coolest mum on the block by creating a fun, yet functional playroom for your kids

2020

2020

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At home with: Monica Arango - Luxhabitat

The founder of C'est Ici talks family, design & inspiration at her home in Jumeirah Golf Estates

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Identity Design Awards 2020

#identityDesignAwards2020 Shortlist: Interior Design • The category recognises any dwelling, including apartment, villa, hotel apartments or holiday home. Congratulations to all the shortlisted nominees!

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Harpers Bazar - Magazine

Moving into her first Dubai property during a global pandemic, homegrown interior styling studio C’est ici’s co-founder Monica Duroudemonstrates the impact a few thoughtful renovations can make

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Identity - Magazine

C’est ici looked to sunny Palo Alto for inspiration when designing this art-filled villa in Dubai

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Styling and Updating your Home with C’est ici

There is no doubt that COVID-19 has changed our world and certainly the way that we look at interiors. The pandemic has had a huge impact on health, the economy and the way that we live.

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Whether you are buying a home or renovating your current abode in the midst of a pandemic, although somewhat challenging, it can be done.

2019

2019

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Botanical BOHO

Monica Durou, co-founder of interior styling studio C’est ici, invites you into her stylish garden with expert tips to get the look.

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Describe the look and ambience you wanted to
achieve in your outdoor space.

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Ask the Designer

C’est Ici founders Monica Durou and Tatiana Jaramillio explain how to let your style DNA shine.

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Your style DNA is a reflection of who you are, and therefore a key component when approaching
interior design.

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It's Play Time

Tips on taming the toy mess and designing a practical yet pretty playroom for your little learners

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Friday - Homes

HOME IS WHERE THE ZEN IS - Dubai-based interiors designers Monica Arango and Tatiana Jaramillio tell Shreeja Ravindranathan how the top interior trends can also turn your home in to a stylish haven of wellbeing

2018

2018

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Absolutely Mama Emirates

Absolutely Mama learns more from the C'est ici team about the beautiful interior of this Al Manara Villa.

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Inside Out

Dubai Based interior design outfit C'est ici run on the mantra 'your home should be a reflection of who you are and a collection of what you love'.

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Inside Out

Here & Now. This contemporary family villa with an eclectic Colombian twist became the perfect launchpad for Dubai's newest interior design boutique.

Design Middle East

Colombian interior designers Tatiana and Monica talk about their early design influences and how Dubai has become a home and place of work for them.

Hello! Magazine

Colombian Firecracker Monica Durou the interiors queen tells all about living the Dubai dream in her fabolous four-bedroom Casita

Emirates Home Magazine

NEW YEAR, NEW HOME. The savvy style gurus behind C'est ici give us their top tips on how to tweak your interiors for a fresh look.

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