Looking to do something a little different this Valentine’s Day? The WAW Machine is popping up in Sharjah’s desert.
Wondering just what the machine is? This cool art installation from Wild Arab West offers compliments and affirmations in both English and Arabic to its users. You press a button on the vending machine and receive your own personal message that promotes kindness and positive vibes.
Who doesn’t want a little extra love on Valentine’s Day 2022?
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The WAW Machine was first launched at Dubai Design Week in November 2021, where it quickly gained popularity for its mood-boosting messages of kindness.
It is an installation by Wild Arab West: a platform created by two Emiratis, Hessa Ali Alechla and Iman Al Midfa. Wild Arab West is aimed at highlighting the fusion between Eastern and Western culture though art, lifestyle and entertainment. It highlights pop Arab culture the cultural shift that many Arab millennials identify with.
Now you can find the mood-boosting WAW Machine at desert café pop-up The Uncommon from Saturday February 12 to Monday February 14.
The Uncommon is a pop-up café in Sharjah’s desert. It has a huge mirrored wall, comfy chairs and cute coffees including “red desert” lattes and “blue sky” cappuccinos. There are pastries to nibble on, too. Click here to learn more about The Uncommon.
If you’re after something unique to do for Valentine’s Day 2022, you can see the WAW Machine and soak up the good vibes.
Sat Feb 12-14, 4pm-1am. Al Fayah, Sharjah, instagram.com/theuncommon.ae.
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