Adilah Bundakji is a contemporary Islamic artist and designer whose faith inspired works favor diverse threads and mixed media on fabrics that result in pieces of exquisite detail and rich texture. She innovates upon traditional concepts of embroidery with contemporary treatments, drawing inspiration from Quranic verses and motivated by the “Kiswah” cloth that adorns the Kaaba in Mecca.

Design, texture colour and form are harnessed in works that seek to express the strong bond between Islam and art - a bond which through her works, Adilah strives to overcome the differences in language, culture and creed and at the same time, creatively express the uplifting message of the Islamic faith. Adilah's treatment of Quranic scripts are expressive of almost musical notes, rich in tone and texture. It is in these works that one senses the call of a quranic reciter frozen in time and form.

Adilah creates grand pieces that are unique and influential. Her works depict subtle movement that finds harmony between content and medium. These visual productions are inspired by commonly shared spiritual experiences easily understood and delightful to her audience. Her works are sought after by serious art collectors, for their authenticity, heritage and history and as heirlooms for posterity.

Adilah Bundakji is a descendant of Meccan lineage. A Saudi Arabian citizen who was born in South Africa and lived in Pakistan. Her beliefs and works draw upon her life long experiences, her heritage and love for diverse Muslim communities who helped shape her expressions of life.