DUBAI DESIGN WEEK: A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE
Discovering the World of Design in Dubai
Step into the world of design in Dubai at the Dubai Design District until Nov. 10. This event is a celebration of high-end and collectible design objects from the Gulf, wider Middle East, and international markets, featuring large-scale installations, exhibitions, and fairs that will captivate any design enthusiast.
With over 500 designers, professionals, and brands from various creative industries participating, the 10th edition of this annual event will transform Dubai into a global design and art hub.
Abwab: Showcasing Regional Talents
One of the highlights of Dubai Design Week is the Abwab commission, focusing on vernacular architecture and regenerative design processes using local materials and climate-responsive techniques. This year, three regional practices will showcase their work through pavilions in Dubai Design District.
Among the featured projects are “Present/Absent Mudhif” by Ola Saad Znad, “ReRoot” by Dima Al Srouri, Andy Cartier, Rosa Hamalainen, and Dahlia Hamati, and “Material Witnesses and Narrating Lifeforms” by Miriam Hillawi Abraham.
New Fair: Dubai Editions
Adding a new dimension to the event is the Dubai Editions fair within Downtown Design, featuring over 50 galleries, design studios, and collectives showcasing editioned artworks, collectible design objects, and furniture. This platform reflects the evolving demographic of Dubai and caters to the changing collecting needs of the city.