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Zawya
7 days ago
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- Zawya
Dubai Design Week announces themes, open calls, and programme For the 11th edition Of the Middle East's leading design festival in november
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES This year's programme reflects this theme through a focus on social cohesion PHOTO Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and in strategic partnership with Dubai Design District (d3) Dubai Design Week 2025 will take place 4-9 November, following over a decade of global success as the region's premier design festival. Dubai Design Week brings together designers and creative practitioners to exchange ideas, collaborate and explore the evolving role of design in shaping a better collective future. With its largest ever presence across Dubai Design District, the 2025 edition of Dubai Design Week will explore a central theme of 'Community', in response to the UAE's wider 'Year of Community' initiative. Returning to d3 Waterfront Terrace for its twelfth edition from 5-9 November, Downtown Design will offer a line-up of international design brands, regional studios and creative concepts. Editions Art & Design will return alongside Downtown Design from 6-9 November (Preview, 5 November) as the Middle East's first fair dedicated to limited-edition and collectible art and design works. This year's festival will also see the return of the Abwab and Urban Commissions initiatives, designed to foster emerging talent and new voices in design and architecture. Dubai Design District (d3) will showcase the d3 Architecture Exhibition in partnership with RIBA UAE Designer Exhibition, supported by Dubai Culture, will return with a new format, showcasing works from the next generation of design talent from the Emirates. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Dubai Design Week will celebrate its 11th edition from 4-9 November 2025 under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and member of Dubai Council. As the region's leading design festival, this annual celebration of creativity and culture is held in strategic partnership with Dubai Design District (d3), a member of TECOM Group PJSC, and supported by Dubai Culture. Dubai Design Week 2025 coincides with the UAE's 'Year of Community'. This year's programme reflects this theme through a focus on social cohesion, participation and shared experiences. Design will be explored not only as a practice of innovation, but as a social connector, and as a civic and cultural tool that can shape how we live together, communicate, and build lasting systems of care. Since 2015, Dubai Design Week has grown into a global platform with a strong emphasis on cross-cultural exchange and on amplifying voices from West and South Asia, as well as the wider Global South (encompassing countries across Africa, Latin America, most of Asia and Oceania). Through exhibitions, fairs, large-scale installations, talks and workshops, the festival engages with the narratives of our time, creating a space for dialogue, experimentation and progress, harnessing its position as a regional melting pot and creative hub. Key venues are located across d3, a global creative ecosystem dedicated to design, fashion, architecture and art. PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS Urban Commissions Urban Commissions is Dubai Design Week's annual competition open to proposals from global practices, giving international architects and designers the opportunity to shape public spaces through thoughtful, community-driven design. Under the theme 'Courtyard', Urban Commissions calls on practitioners to reflect on this shared spatial form and explore its multifaceted role as a gathering place and community-led urban infrastructure. Abwab 2025 Abwab, meaning 'doors' in Arabic, is a long-running feature at Dubai Design Week. Newly expanded to welcome applicants from across West, South and East Asia, as well as the African continent, it reflects an ongoing commitment to surfacing design perspectives that can be often underrepresented on global platforms. This year's theme, 'In the Details', invites practitioners to create immersive spatial experiences, exploring ornamental details and engaging with historic cultural forms. Exhibitions, Installations, Workshops, Activations, Marketplace The Festival's programme of exhibitions serves as a platform for cultural organisations, educational institutions, collectives and individual designers to express unique cultural, social and environmental perspectives, showcasing cutting-edge design solutions across disciplines. Outdoor installations from designers, architects, collectives, creative practitioners, and design-led brands, will explore design's potential to foster inclusive, community-focused environments through the use of sustainable and socially responsible methods and materials. Independent makers and cultural and educational institutions will host the festival's programme of workshops held at Maker Space, offering visitors of all ages and skill levels the opportunity to engage and experiment with a diverse range of artistic mediums. Alongside this, the activations programme will unveil innovative and immersive projects, cross-disciplinary collaborations, pop-ups, and special presentations. And Marketplace offers a curated retail experience featuring high-quality and original products by the region's finest artisans, entrepreneurs and small businesses, alongside food experiences, children's activities and live performances. Downtown Design Downtown Design, the Middle East's leading fair for high-quality and contemporary design, returns to the d3 Waterfront Terrace from 5-9 November 2025, showcasing the latest collections and design innovations from around the world. Returning exhibitors including Lasvit, Kartell, Poltrona Frau, Obegi Home, Venini, and Vitra will present new concepts alongside new participants Roche Bobois, Stellar Works, FRAMA, Porada and Desalto. Designer duo Draga & Aurel will present a solo exhibition for Collectional, and French designer Stephanie Coutas will showcase high-end interiors and collectible design pieces. The fair will feature experiential concepts and immersive installations including the Solaire Lounge by Veuve Clicquot and a pop-up collaboration between Buccellati and design studio david/Nicolas. The Forum returns with live talks and keynotes, headlined by Tom Dixon who will make his Dubai debut. At the heart of Downtown Design, the UAE Designer Exhibition, supported by Dubai Culture, returns with an evolved format after five editions of significant growth, expanding mentorship for emerging creatives and international showcase opportunities. Details will be announced in September. Editions Art & Design Following a successful debut in 2024, Editions, the region's first fair dedicated to limited-edition art and design, will take place from 6-9 November 2025, with a preview on 5 November, at the d3 Waterfront Terrace. The fair will showcase 50 local and international galleries, design studios, and collectives across a diverse range of mediums including: artist multiples, ceramics, photography, works on paper, prints, editions, and contemporary design. Editions joins an expanding creative ecosystem that enhances access to quality art and design through varied price points and mediums, and engages the region's collector network through disciplines not widely showcased in the region. d3 Architecture Exhibition The 2025 d3 Architecture Exhibition, organised by d3 in partnership with Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) aligns with Dubai Design Week's theme in response to the UAE's wider 'Year of Community' initiative and will take place in a dedicated space in the creative district. Rooted in the UAE's values of resilience, ambition, and openness, the Year of Community is dedicated to fostering a united and empowered society. It aims to inspire behaviours that strengthen family and social ties, encourage shared responsibility, and unlock potential for sustainable growth. Dubai Design District (d3) is part of TECOM Group's business district portfolio, including Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, Dubai Studio City, Dubai Production City, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Science Park and Dubai Industrial City. About Dubai Design Week Dubai Design Week is the region's design festival committed to amplifying talent from the region and presenting the possibilities of what can be achieved through design. Reflecting Dubai's position as the design capital of the Middle East, Dubai Design Week's varied programme includes installations, new commissions, exhibitions, talks, workshops, a marketplace, the leading fair for contemporary design, Downtown Design and the Middle East's first limited-edition art and design fair, Editions. Dubai Design Week is held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in strategic partnership with Dubai Design District (d3), a member of TECOM Group PJSC, and supported by Dubai Culture. About Dubai Design District Dubai Design District (d3), a member of TECOM Group PJSC, is a global creative ecosystem dedicated to design, fashion, architecture and art. In line with Dubai's position as the leading business destination for the region and beyond, d3 is an industry-pioneering concept that enables people and businesses to grow and co-create whilst simultaneously providing a solid platform for creativity. Strategically located in the heart of Dubai, d3 is one of the city's lifestyle and business districts that challenges thousands of people to rethink the regular. With state-of-the-art infrastructure designed to meet the needs of the industry and a business-friendly framework, the community offers creative talent the tools for collaboration and growth, further reinforcing Dubai's status as a UNESCO Creative City of Design. d3 is a cutting-edge retail district offering a variety of multi-brand boutiques, fashion brands, and art and design studios. The world's leading luxury brands, design companies and creatives, including architects, interior designers, photography studios, product and fashion designers, call d3 home. Some of the region's most popular events take place in d3 and attract international artists and audiences to cultural and fashion exhibitions and gatherings such as Dubai Design Week, Dubai Fashion Week and Sole DXB. The district also regularly hosts a roster of industry talks, workshops and educational programming, accessible to people of all ages. d3 is home to TECOM Group PJSC's business incubator – in5 – that aims to support the fashion and design industries by offering students and entrepreneurs the opportunity to transform their ideas into successful commercial ventures. This ecosystem is further supported by the Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (DIDI), the region's only university exclusively dedicated to design and innovation, which offers a curriculum crafted with the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and The New School's Parsons School of Design. The district also features the city's first canal side recreational development, The Block. The open-air destination offers a range of different outdoor and leisure areas including a basketball and volleyball court, a skate park, outdoor gym and climbing wall. About Dubai Culture and Arts Authority Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), under the leadership of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is committed to enriching Dubai's cultural scene based on the UAE's heritage, and is building bridges of constructive dialogue between various cultures to enhance Dubai's position as a global centre for culture, an incubator for creativity, and a thriving hub for talent. Dubai Culture is keen on reviving and preserving the emirate's historical heritage and developing the regulatory frameworks for the cultural and creative sector in line with its strategic roadmap 2020 – 2025. The Authority also seeks to empower the enablers that support talent and stimulate active public participation by investing in the various assets under its remit, including the management of five heritage sites, five museums, Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children, 17 archaeological sites and nine Dubai Public Library branches, all of which help contribute to creating an economic system that invigorates the cultural and creative industries. The Authority also offers 8 services and 26 sub-services. Send us your press releases to Disclaimer: The contents of this press release was provided from an external third party provider. This website is not responsible for, and does not control, such external content. This content is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis and has not been edited in any way. Neither this website nor our affiliates guarantee the accuracy of or endorse the views or opinions expressed in this press release.
The National
15-07-2025
- Business
- The National
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid celebrates 76th birthday
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, was celebrating his 76th birthday on Tuesday. Sheikh Mohammed, who is also Prime Minister, has played a critical role in the rise of Dubai and the UAE on the international stage during a life dedicated to public service. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, paid homage to his father with a selection of photographs on his Instagram page. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed, chairwoman of Dubai Culture, shared her love, describing her father as the 'best dad anyone could ever wish for' and adding that he is her 'source of pride and inspiration'. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, also sent birthday wishes. 'To the one who turned dreams into reality and reality into a legend told for generations,' he wrote on X. 'We celebrate your years filled with achievements, and the glory you embody. Happy birthday, you are the heart of the nation.' Impressive legacy Sheikh Mohammed was born on July 15, 1949, and raised in the Al Maktoum family home in Shindagha on the banks of Dubai Creek. He was tutored privately in Arabic and Islamic studies from the age of four and began formal education two years later. He later trained at Mons Officer Cadet School in Aldershot in the UK, which is now part of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. There he emerged as the top Commonwealth student before going to Italy to train as a pilot. In 1968, aged 19, he became the world's youngest defence minister and was appointed the head of Dubai Police and Public Security force. He became the nation's first Minister of Defence in 1971 after the formation of the UAE, a crucial role now being carried out by his son, Sheikh Hamdan. While a significant part of his development took place under the tutelage of academics and military officials overseas, the wisdom and inspiration provided by his father, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed, in the Emirates was vital. Sheikh Rashid died in October 1990 and was succeeded by his eldest son, Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid, with Sheikh Mohammed appointed Crown Prince in 1995. Sheikh Mohammed became Ruler of Dubai in 2006 after the unexpected death of Sheikh Maktoum during a visit to Australia.
Al Bawaba
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Dubai Culture Launches Open Call for 14th Sikka Art & Design Festival
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has opened applications for the 14th Sikka Art & Design Festival, which will be held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture. The event will run from 23 January to 1 February 2026 in Al Shindagha Historic Neighbourhood, providing an innovative platform that unites multiple art forms while celebrating Emirati and GCC-based talent, both emerging and established. The festival empowers creatives to showcase their works and enrich Dubai's artistic scene, reinforcing the emirate's standing as a global centre for culture, an incubator for creativity, and a thriving hub for Culture invites creatives, both individuals and collectives from various art forms, such as visual art, design, new media, photography, public art and installations, ceramics, performing arts, and urban culture to participate. The festival, which is part of Dubai's Quality of Life Strategy, welcomes submissions from music performers, workshop facilitators, panellists for talks and discussions, food market vendors and culinary specialists, as well as design and cultural retailers all of which bring fresh momentum to Dubai's cultural landscape and help elevate the city's international Authority will begin accepting applications for participation from June 30 to September 1. A team of expert curators will review entries and select works eligible for the event, which falls under the Sikka Platform. Participants are required to submit work that reflect their perspectives and the richness of the local community and ensure that all pieces are new and have not been previously produced or displayed elsewhere. Interested individuals can access the application form through the following link: The 13th edition of the festival drew more than 160,000 visitors and featured over 364 artists who exhibited around 390 artworks and installations across 16 houses, 14 courtyards, and the neighbourhood's alleyways. Thirteen murals were on display, each distinguished by its unique concept and ability to capture the spirit, heritage, and culture of Dubai. The previous edition also included a diverse range of sculptures and nearly 45 public art installations, aligning with the Dubai Public Art Strategy. Over 460 workshops were organised, covering areas such as art, design, architecture, and traditional crafts, with nearly 6,000 participants. Attendees had the opportunity to experience 105 live shows, 18 theatrical acts, seven orchestra concerts, and nine piano recitals. 'The Culinary House' exhibited seven art pieces inspired by saffron. More than 17 retail outlets provided artists and makers with a space to connect with their audiences and grow their businesses, helping over 50 entrepreneurs thrive. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Khaleej Times
30-06-2025
- Khaleej Times
Dubai Police warn of accident on Al Khail Road; traffic delays expected
The authority also urged commuters to be extra cautious while driving on the affected areas The Dubai Police has alerted about an accident on Al Khail Road on Monday morning. In a social media post, it said the accident that has occurred near Sheikhah Latifa Bridge heading towards Al Meydan Bridge, has resulted in obstructions and slow movement of traffic.
Gulf Business
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Business
Dubai to get its own orchestra; Sheikh Hamdan approves launch
Image: Dubai Media Office The Executive Council of Dubai has approved the launch of the 'Dubai Orchestra' to enhance the emirate's global cultural profile and expanding opportunities for Emirati and international talent in the arts sector. The project was approved under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. 'Art is a universal language that connects people, and Dubai is a hub for initiatives that build bridges between cultures and celebrate creativity,' said Sheikh Hamdan. 'We continue to support and empower the cultural and artistic sectors by establishing an integrated and sustainable infrastructure that promotes the growth and prosperity of cultural and creative industries.' The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority will lead the implementation of the project in collaboration with public and private sector partners. By 2033, the orchestra aims to include Emirati talent in 50 per cent of its membership. The project also supports wider cultural and economic goals outlined in the Dubai Creative Economy Strategy, the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, and the Dubai Social Agenda 33. Dubai Orchestra to embody emirate's 'creative' ambitions and support Emirati talent Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, said the approval marks a significant step in reinforcing Dubai's presence on the global arts stage. Under the directives of Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Executive Council has approved the 'Dubai Orchestra' project with the aim of enhancing the presence of Emirati arts and culture on the global stage, reinforcing Dubai's position as a global centre for culture and an incubator for… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) 'This project is a powerful reflection of Dubai's creative scene, celebrating local talent, shaping a distinctive musical identity, and enhancing the city's global standing in the cultural sector,' said Sheikha Latifa. 'Dubai's position on the global cultural map results from the clear and inspiring vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, whose efforts have transformed our city into a vibrant home for creativity and artistic innovation.' The initiative will also launch a series of community-focused programmes, including education and youth outreach initiatives designed to build long-term engagement with music and the arts. These activities aim to promote artistic expression, support emerging musicians, and preserve regional musical heritage.
