Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort, Dibba

The 180-room Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort is located in the Emirate of Fujairah, known for its mountainous scene and its coastline along the Gulf of Oman. The resort opened its doors in February 2017 offering five unique F&B outlets, swimming pool, Willow Stream Spa, fitness center, meeting rooms, pre-function areas and expansive outdoor space, all of which are designed by Stickman Tribe. Arcan Project Management was selected as fit-out partner for this project. There was no predefined brief for the overall hotel and public spaces so Stickman worked with the operator to define the design brief, which centered on an Arabic Bohemian Art hotel concept.

The Arabic Bohemian art hotel concept is inspired by the vagabonds, adventurers and the offbeat Bohemians fused with subtle Arabic elements. This concept is a first for the area; and unlike the more typically luxurious neighboring hotels in the region, this resort is designed as a gallery space, focusing on art. Working with a simple palette and using clean, contemporary and artistic lines, a strong DNA and brand message is followed throughout the hotel and public spaces. Key cultural, sculptural and artistic elements are used to expose and define each space, adding worldly character and a unique sense of style. Monochromatic white Statuario and black Marquina marble is used as the base palette while more natural materials such as stained oak, jute rope and river stone are used to add warmth, intimacy and a resort feel to the spaces. Oversized Berber rugs and rich stacked textiles form a memorable reception arrival while elements like framed vintage jewelry and deconstructed calligraphy sculptures lead the way in the public areas.

The pool is without a doubt the signature design of the hotel, one that will be used to identify Fairmont Fujairah for years to come. Stickman Tribe worked with a local supplier to create bespoke mosaic pool flooring inspired by a Persian rug. The overall pattern is best seen from the surrounding elevated platforms of the pool bar. Scenic views of the sunset are perfectly framed using a sculptural element showcasing birds in flight. The elongated bar services the pool deck and also the swim up counter, while the cantilevered deck above offers private majlis style seating with unrestricted sightlines to the horizon. Pops of yellow and patterned black and white textiles create a fun and casual atmosphere at the shisha lounge where the guest can enjoy a well-deserved cocktail while overlooking the feature pool.