This space doubled as both a prefunction area and a surprise for influencers. In true speakeasy fashion, the tea house acted as the front that hid the glamorous venue behind it. My approach was to infuse the brand’s visual identity with the authentic cultural cues of Dubai Karak houses. The brand’s monogram became a mashrabiya patterned window, middle eastern carpet patterns and iconic plastic chairs were recolored in pink hues, cluttered photo walls became homages to past events, and even a space for grandpas to play backgammon at the tables.