Verhaal has designed the interiors of Kumo in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Kumo sits quietly along Al Wasl Road, conceived not as a cafe, but as a pause within the city's rhythm.

Rooted in Japanese restraint, it embraces stillness as its true luxury. A softened palette of neutrals, warm timber and muted pistachio creates a contemporary yet timeless calm.

Organic, waterfall‑like forms guide movement gently – while shoji‑inspired screens diffuse daylight into a perpetual morning glow. Textured finishes echo kintsugi, celebrating tactility and imperfection.

These subtle gestures soften the architecture's precision, resulting in a serene, soulful interior designed to be felt deeply and remembered long after leaving.