Check out the latest article and interview in Start Up Bahrain featuring creative director Wafa Al Obaidat as the first lady entrepreneur to be introduced on the main cover of the issue. Start Up Bahrain is the first interactive online magazine that focuses on upcoming business owners in Bahrain’s entrepreneurial scene. Don’t miss Wafa’s interview and download the app from their website www.startupbahrain.com.
Creative director Wafa Al Obaidat features in Gulf Business Magazine in an article showcasing the most influential women in Bahrain. The article traced back to Wafa’s early days as a designer and progresses to her current status as an entrepreneur. This piece lists all the women that have made an impact in the kingdom and have contributed in making a difference in some way. 
2nd & 3rd June, 2013
For the first time in the region, McDonald’s Bahrain launched the Share Box on its menu – a cause for celebration!
The McDonald’s Share Box offers a little something for everyone; containing a variety of Chicken & Beef burgers as well as mini Bites for all members of the family to enjoy.
Members of the media & local bloggers were invited to join the celebration of the launch; family-fun festivities spread across two days at the re-imaged branch with the next generation design in Najibi Centre, Saar.
Guests along with their families and friends posed for memorable photos in a McDonald’s custom-made photo booth with funny props and expressed their thoughts on what ‘sharing’ means to them on a specially designed “Share Board” that was passed over to McDonald’s Arabia to be featured on their social media pages.
Abdulla Adel Fakhro, the Director of Fakhro Restaurants Co. W.L.L. gave a warm welcoming speech and shed some light on the idea behind the Share Box, how it is a menu item of great value, and wished everyone a pleasant evening.
The Obai & Hill team enjoyed working on the launch events and are excited to have more projects in the works for McDonald’s Bahrain.
Celebrating the launch of the family Share Box, the first of its kind in the region, McDonald’s Bahrain – with the support of Obai & Hill – are hosting two fun and exciting events to emphasize on the caring & sharing aspect of the Share Box. These events are exclusive to members of the media and to Bahrain’s enthusiastic bloggers and their families. We promise a fun, family night to remember! Join us at the McDonald’s branch in the Najibi Centre, in Saar! Kindly RSVP to wafa@obaiandhill.com to confirm your attendance.
If you’re a member of the media, this invitation is for you (bloggers see below)
If you’re a blogger from Bahrain, this invitation is for you:
While we love our clients (dearly, they do after all pay our salaries) – we often tire of hearing the same old song when it comes to their opinions on our designs. Here are the top 10 things we’re sick of hearing the client say:
Check out the rest of our new ad campaign and please – share your thoughts! We’d love to hear what you think.
(Is The Simpsons theme song playing in anyone else’s head or is it just me?)
Yes – we’re full of it. So what?
See above caption.
Fyunka is a fashion accessories line created by Jeddah-based designer Alaa Balkhy. Fyunka is an Arabic slang word and can be defined as a ribbon bow. Balkhy was inspired by pop culture and Middle Eastern insights, which she demonstrates in her designs. First launched in June 2011, Fyunka has become hugely popular because of its strong fashion focus and stylish illustrations that most women in the Middle East can relate to. Fyunka will participate at BAB Market, a contemporary outdoor festival at Bab Al Bahrain and Manama Souq on March 21, 22 and 23 from 4 pm to 10 pm each day. Balkhy will be selling her exclusive handbags, tote bags, cosmetic pouches, pillows, and more products. At BAB Market, Balkhy will showcase her latest pieces inspired by the Arabian veil or the burqa.
The Fyunka brand is all about adding a pop of design into one’s wardrobe with quirky quotes, illustrations and a range of colors that brightens one’s day. Balkhy likes to illustrate designer bags, shoes, traditional Oud bottles, veils such as the burqa, and kohls and combines them with witty Arabic quotes when creating her pieces. Using both canvas and PVC, she creates bags that she believes would become an extension of young women, their character and their style. Fyunka stocks a limited quantity of her collections at boutiques in twelve cities, including Green Diamond in Bahrain.
Obai & Hill is thrilled to represent and assist Fyunka at BAB Market. For more information about Fyunka’s stall at BAB Market contact sara@obaiandhill.com.
For more information about Fyunka visit:
PRESS: Wafa AlObaidat + Obai & Hill featured in Khaleejesque Magazine
Here at Obai & Hill we strongly believe in the power of the written word – but let’s face it the only written words that matter these days are online. With so many blogs taking the internet by storm (there are a whopping 42,000,000 on wordpress.com alone), distinguishing your blog is more difficult than ever.
That’s why we’ve launched our new Blog Design and Consulting service. We take care of everything from initial consultation and concept development to blog branding, design and even content creation.
For more information information on our services or to request a proposal, contact us or visit our website.
We’re hiring!
Obai & Hill is looking for a dynamic and innovative Web Designer and Developer to join our Bahrain team.
If you are a tech-savvy web aficionado who knows a thing or two about front-end design, then this position could be just for you.
As our resident Web guru, you will design exceptional web solutions from start to finish. This position requires expert knowledge in HTML5, Photoshop and other digital design tools. Your core expertise needs to be in the area of web and interaction design, but any additional multimedia knowledge would be a huge plus. You will require strong attention to detail, digital branding expertise and the motivation to take your designs to the next level.
Job Requirements
• Strong visual design skills
• Strong HTML and web skills
• Experience in software programming and graphics
• Creativity and innovative ideas
• Adaptability and ability to pick up new skills
• 1+ years work experience in similar role
• Good technical knowledge and industry insights required
• Strong Photoshop skills
• Fluency in English; Arabic preferred but not necessary
Duties and Responsibilities
You will be responsible for the design, layout and coding of websites and will be expected to be involved with the technical and graphical aspects of a website; how the site works and how it looks. This also includes the maintenance and updates of existing sites. Other duties include but are not limited to:
• Determine and assess functionality of sites
• Give guidance on layout, colours, styles
• Write the programming code required for sites
• Test websites to identify technical issues
• Upload sites and register it with search engines
Think you’re perfect for the job? E-mail zaid@obaiandhill.com with a copy of your CV and (optional)* covering letter.
*We won’t make you start jumping through hoops until you work with us, don’t worry.
We are working on a complete redesign of our website & it’s nearing completion! Some of our developments are on display below.
