TAYMOUR GRAHNE PROJECTS OPENS NEW DUBAI GALLERY: A FRESH CHAPTER IN CONTEMPORARY LUXURY AND CREATIVE TRAVEL
TAYMOUR GRAHNE GALLERY DUBAI: A FRESH CHAPTER IN CREATIVE TRAVEL
Dubai’s dynamic cultural landscape receives a creative boost this autumn as renowned contemporary art gallery Taymour Grahne Projects opens its new 2,000-square-foot permanent space in Alserkal Avenue, the city’s buzzing arts hub. Marking its 12th anniversary, the gallery celebrates its commitment to contemporary luxury and creative travel by inaugurating the venue with an evocative solo exhibition by American artist Gail Spaien, titled Arranging Flowers, on view from 18 September to 6 November 2025.
The exhibition represents a timely exploration of painting as an emotional exchange, curated within Spaien’s meticulously composed interiors and dreamlike landscapes. Based in Maine, Spaien (b.1958) creates serene scenes that compel viewers to engage deeply with their surroundings and inner worlds—a welcome reflective pause in Dubai’s ever-moving creative atmosphere.
Expanding global reach: Creative travel meets contemporary luxury
Founded in New York in 2013, Taymour Grahne Projects has consistently championed emerging and established artists, particularly those connected to the MENA region. The Dubai gallery further cements this commitment, bridging international creativity with regional dialogue and affirming Dubai’s growing status as a must-visit destination for discerning creative travellers and collectors alike.
Gallery founder Taymour Grahne, a London-born, Lebanese-Finnish art dealer, articulates this vision clearly:
“Opening a permanent space in Alserkal Avenue feels like a homecoming. Having lived in Beirut and extensively travelled the region, Dubai’s vibrant cultural ecosystem and thriving community of contemporary art enthusiasts make it the perfect place for the next chapter in our journey.”
Alserkal Avenue: Dubai’s creative travel hub
The new gallery opening signifies a notable milestone within Alserkal Avenue’s ongoing evolution as the heart of Dubai’s contemporary luxury and creative travel scene. The Avenue’s Director, Basmah El-Bittar, welcomes this expansion enthusiastically: “We’re pleased to welcome Taymour Grahne Projects to Alserkal Avenue. Taymour’s vision and international outlook promise fresh energy and vital creative conversations, strengthening Dubai’s reputation as a leading global contemporary art destination.”
Gail Spaien – Red Tulips
Taymour Grahne Projects: Pioneering creative culture in Dubai
Long recognised for its distinctive blend of curated exhibitions, international visibility, and deep support for artists, the gallery’s arrival enriches the Middle East’s art ecosystem, bringing with it acclaimed international and regional artists. The Dubai gallery will feature a dynamic programme alongside online exhibitions and its established presence in London.
Artists represented include regional and global talents such as Daniele Genadry, Amy Lincoln, Matthew F Fisher, Ala Younis, Mikey Yates, Samira Abbassy, Fayçal Baghriche, Gail Spaien, Sarah McEneaney, Lamia Joreige, and Katia Kameli, further solidifying the gallery’s dedication to cultural diversity and excellence.
Exhibition highlights: Gail Spaien’s Arranging Flowers
Gail Spaien’s exhibition, highlighted by evocative works such as Looking Out (2025, Acrylic on linen, 122 x 122 cm), promises a contemplative encounter—a journey into emotional interiors ideal for lovers of creative travel and contemporary luxury. Spaien’s thoughtful paintings provide an elegant reflection on nature, beauty, and introspection, perfectly aligned with Dubai’s sophisticated audience.
Global recognition, local roots
Over its history, Taymour Grahne Projects has showcased key artists from the MENA region, including early solo exhibitions for Emirati artist Mohammed Kazem and the late Abu Dhabi-based artist Tarek Al-Ghoussein. With this permanent Dubai location, the gallery deepens its dialogue with local artists and collectors, offering both global appeal and a rooted cultural exchange.
Artworks from Taymour Grahne Projects have found homes in world-leading museum collections including The Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York), The Guggenheim Museum (New York and Abu Dhabi), Barjeel Art Foundation (Sharjah), British Museum (London), LACMA (Los Angeles), and MACAAL (Marrakech), underscoring the gallery’s international significance.
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