NOMAD

For its landmark debut in the Middle East, Nomad will take over the iconic Terminal 1 of Zayed International Airport. This ambitious edition will launch nomad’s global season, marking a new chapter in its history.

From 19 to 22 November, NOMAD will expand its presence in Abu Dhabi, strengthening its connections in a region that is rapidly redefining the global cultural landscape. Like NOMAD itself, Abu Dhabi combines deep respect for heritage and tradition with bold, progressive cultural ambitions.

At the heart of this edition is the historic setting of Terminal 1 of Zayed International Airport, a landmark of Gulf modernism designed by French architect Paul Andreu, renowned for the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, at the behest of UAE’s founder, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Opened in 1982, Terminal 1 became a symbol of progress and refinement, with its tent-like roof of shimmering mosaic tiles and sweeping glass façade that reflects both geometric and spiritual ideals. Retired from service in 2023, the building now enters a new chapter that reflects its original spirit of innovation and global vision.

NOMAD will reanimate this architectural icon through staging its most ambitious project to date, with a site-specific presentation that highlights the terminal’s distinctive design and atmosphere. Preserving and reinterpreting the building’s key features, from its circular lounge to its arched walkways, NOMAD will transform the space into an immersive setting for curated presentations of collectible design, contemporary art, and jewellery presentations from leading international galleries.

Photo Courtesy of Zayed International Airport