The WO group in Dubai was introduced to two inspirational art spaces here in the city: Shelter and Traffic. Shelter is a community workspace, where small businesses and other creative talent have access to a work station, a brasserie, a cinema, a library, as well as an outdoor garden. Currently the space is open to the public, but beginning in the fall will require a membership. http://www.shelter.ae
Traffic is the first design gallery in the Middle East. It hosts exhibitions of regional artists, has a permanent collection and houses a design studio with graphic design, lighting design and interactive media capabilities. http://www.viatraffic.org/
(Jane)
