From left: Moderator Chathurangi de Silva,  Dr. Dilina Nawarathne, Sanskar Madan Sawant and Sophia Sansoni  From left: Moderator Mooniak Design Studio Founder Pathum Egodawatta, Good Life X Sri Lanka Founder Randula De Silva, and DesignUp - Catenate.io Director Shiva Viswanathan  The Design Dialogues 2025, a key segment of the annual Sri Lanka Design Festival (SLDF), took place over two days at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams. Presented by the Academy of Design (AOD) and curat

The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (MBFW), presented by the Academy of Design (AOD) and powered by DIMO, concluded its final showcase, ‘The Colombo Edit’, on Sunday at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams. Day 5 featured eight fashion brands and designers who redefined contemporary style through sustainable creativity and craftsmanship, celebrating local heritage while elevating it for a global audience. - Pix by Ruwan Walpola

Urban Island hosted the launch of its newest Palmyrah Collection alongside a special photography exhibition, an initiative made possible with the generous support of the Embassy of Switzerland. The event highlighted the artistry and skill of local craft communities, shining a light on the stories and traditions behind Palmyrah weaving. Held as part of the Sri Lanka Design Festival 2025, the evening brought together designers, artisans, and industry partners to celebrate susta