MAKANI X DUBAI
MAKANI Collective brings artisan Japanese tiles to Dubai and the UAE, connecting architects and interior designers with distinctive collections handcrafted in Japan.
Our curated collections combine traditional Japanese craftsmanship with a contemporary design language, alongside bespoke sourcing and customisation for residential, hospitality, retail and commercial projects.
With a presence in Dubai, we support projects across the UAE with samples, specification guidance, sourcing and delivery of our Japanese tile collections.
custom tiles
BESPOKE JAPANESE TILES
FOR FAÇADES
This striking façade explores how reflective Japanese tiles can interact with their surroundings, mirroring architecture, movement, and light to create a constantly evolving surface. Inside, the composition of layered formats and subtle textures shows how tile can move beyond function into storytelling.
Tailored to your project’s unique vision, our collaboration with master artisan kilns delivers exceptional craftsmanship. Trusted by iconic brands such as Hermès, Celine, and Loewe, our bespoke tiles merge durability with artistry, transforming architectural surfaces into sculptural expressions of quiet luxury.
yumi tiles
BESPOKE JAPANESE TILES
FOR RETAIL
This 90-square-metre retail installation explores how tile can define both function and atmosphere within a multi-use space. Serving as both a boutique and exhibition setting, the design centres around custom YUMI saddle red tiles, selected for their sculptural surface and rich, earthy tone.
These tiles act as the focal point of the space, wrapping walls and display areas in a continuous ceramic landscape. Their depth and texture respond beautifully to natural light throughout the day, offering a quiet sense of drama and warmth, perfectly suited to high-end retail environments with architectural ambition.
