Send us a textWhat does it mean to create? Emirati designer and entrepreneur Omar Al Gurg, founder of Modu Method, believes everything is a reinvention—an evolution of what already exists. In this episode of Forward_Moves, hosts Lina Nahhas and Raja Haddad explore Omar’s journey of balancing architecture, furniture design, and storytelling while drawing inspiration from his Arab roots and global experiences.Here’s what you’ll learn: 🔹 Creativity & Reinvention – Is anything truly new?🔹 The Power of Tactile Design – How sensory experiences shape our world.🔹 Balancing Business & Art – Merging structure with freeform creativity.🔹 Nature & Playfulness – How solitude, curiosity, and the natural world fuel creativity.🔹 The Boldness of the ‘70s – Why Omar admires this era for its fearless self-expression.From childhood museum visits to shaping the future of sustainable design, Omar’s story is a testament to curiosity, adaptability, and passion. 🎧 Tune in for a deep dive into the intersections of art, business, and personal growth. ✨#Design #Creativity #Entrepreneurship #Forward_Moves #SustainableDesign #Architecture #InteriorDesign #EmiratiDesigner #Dubai #UAEFollow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forward_moves/ X: https://x.com/forward_moovz Lina’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lina_movements/ Raja’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/octoraj/ Follow Omar: https://www.instagram.com/oalgurg/?hl=en Chapters:00:00 Introduction 01:32 Influence Of the ‘80s02:18 Omar AlGurk's Background03:45 Creative Philosophy and Challenges06:22 Balancing Creativity and Business09:34 The Role of Sensory Experience18:20 Navigating Client Relationships22:47 Maintaining Work-Life Balance23:29 Struggling with Work-Life Balance23:50 Finding Stillness in Nature26:44 The Importance of Alone Time27:00 Living in Dubai and the Need for Solitude29:04 The Healing Power of Activities31:02 Books and Their Influence37:12 Mentorship and Community42:22 Advice to the Younger Self44:19 Concluding ThoughtsSupport the show

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