With Downtown Design, Dubai, a city famed for its inventiveness and modernity, continues to reinforce its image as a worldwide design hotspot. Downtown Design, the Middle East’s leading design event, is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, displaying an extraordinary assortment of design brands, manufacturers, and creative studios from across the world. This design event, which takes place this year from November 8th to 11th, has become a catalyst for growth in the region’s creative scene, thanks to the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority and member of the Dubai Council.
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Downtown Design is the anchor event of Dubai Design Week, drawing worldwide recognised design businesses and manufacturers, as well as individual designers, collectives, and studios, all with a strong Middle Eastern focus. This year’s edition includes an excellent lineup of well-known companies as well as limited-edition displays by individual designers and creative studios, with a focus on contemporary and high-quality design.
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The Forum: A Resource for Industry Insights
One of the centrepieces of Downtown Design is “The Forum.” By delivering live presentations, panel discussions, and keynotes from regional and international thought leaders, this component of the event develops important connections in the fast increasing market. The amphitheatre atmosphere, which encourages contact and debate, will provide attendees with unprecedented industry insights. These seminars, organised by Intercon’s local office and led by Mohammed Adib, provide as a place for vigorous debates on the most recent design trends and concerns.
A Balanced Programme with Something for Everyone
Downtown Design’s wide fair programme appeals to everyone, actively engaging both industry experts and the general public. From guided tours showing the latest collections and innovative products to seminars approved by the United Nations for Sustainable Development Goals, there are numerous opportunities to learn and connect. Panel discussions with recognised worldwide design profiles are also part of the programme, as is the opportunity to meet the curators and designers of creative pop-ups from around the world.
Masterclasses for Design Professionals
Downtown Design works with the Council for International Accreditation of Architecture and Design (CIAAD) to offer UN-accredited architecture and interior design masterclasses. These seminars are solely open to experts in the trades, such as architects, interior designers, and designers. Participants will receive a personalised certificate from the UN website, which may be used to gain continuing education points.
Guided Tours with a Theme
Downtown Design provides themed guided tours to assist guests in navigating the most recent collections and discovering unique goods. These guided tours are led by industry professionals and are targeted to certain visitor groups, providing a curated overview of the fair.
Trade/Connect Programme
Downtown Design provides a customised Trade/Connect programme for top architects, interior designers, and industry decision-makers working in major regional projects. This unique programme provides participants with complimentary 5-star accommodations, invites to the week’s most exclusive design events, priority access to masterclasses, and a personal on-site concierge service.
Downtown Design is a must-attend event on the worldwide design calendar, solidifying Dubai’s status as the Middle East’s design hub. In a dynamic setting where design meets opportunity, the show brings together prominent design professionals, industry decision-makers, and top-tier public visitors. Because of the combination of exhibitions, incisive conversations, masterclasses, and exclusive networking possibilities, Downtown Design is a must-attend event for anybody interested in design and its future. Mark your calendars for this year’s event, which will take place from November 8 to 11, and join the design discourse that is transforming the Middle East and beyond.
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