"Mother nature is the real artist, We just collaborate with her.."

 

- Nidanin -

The Coral Wall Sculpture Series, is inspired by the historic coral walls of the United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah. These coral stone walls were once a shelter to the nation’s early coastal communities and ancestors, carrying stories of resilience and coastal life.

'The Coral Wall'

Through this work, as Nidanin, we aim to create iconic pieces that become an integral part of the UAE's  coastal areas—an artwork respected, preserved, and embraced by the local community while offering a glimpse into traditional landscape, architectural heritage knowledge and sharing it with new generations, as well as newcomers from around the world. read more..

As Nidanin,
we were proud to take part in the 14th edition of the SIKKA Art & Design Festival 2026, part of Dubai Art Season under Dubai Culture and Arts Authority.

 

Held at the historic Al Shindagha Historic Neighbourhood in Dubai, the festival brought together more than 420 artists, 1,000 creatives, and over 200,000 visitors, making it one of the UAE’s leading cultural and contemporary art platforms.

 

Presenting our Coral Wall Sculpture Series — including Volume 1: “The Pillows” , Volume 3: “The Cube” , Volume 5: “The Puzzle” and Volume 7: “The Carriers of Coral” — this body of work explores UAE heritage, coral architecture, sustainability, and contemporary art installation within the historic setting of Al Shindagha Historic Neighbourhood.

 

We are deeply grateful to have shared our journey with such a diverse audience and proud to have contributed to this vibrant celebration of cultural exchange and heritage.

The Coral Wall Vol. 11

 

Chedi Hotel Serai Wing, Sharjah

The coral stone walls were once a shelter to the UAE nation’s early coastal communities and ancestors, carrying stories of resilience and coastal life. Hand-carved black walnut “Pillows” echo the warmth of these traditional coastal homes with their soft textures, while their interaction with preserved coral skeletons highlights Sharjah’s heritage shaped by sea and landscape.

 

Together, they create a quiet moment of reflection on heritage, material memory, and the interplay between human craft and the natural environment. Crafted from responsibly sourced materials, the artwork reflects Nidanin’s integrated approach as artists, designers, and makers.. Read more..

Inspired by the historic coral walls of the Heart of Sharjah, this wall sculpture was commissioned by Shurooq for The Chedi Al Bait Hotel at the Heart of Sharjah and installed at the entrance of Bait Khalid Bin Ibrahim in the Serai Wing. The artwork offers visitors a small moment of stillness.

The creativity and inspiration come from the place

where our  S T U D I O  is located.

Our studio is in Bait Obaid Alshamsi, a historic merchant house, having a picturesque

Sharjah Creek view is in the Sharjah Heritage area.

Whoever visits Heart of Sharjah is always welcome to our studio.