Dubai Design Week presents the opportunity for designers, architects, companies and collectives to develop an installation specifically for an outdoor area of Dubai Design District (d3) to be unveiled at Dubai Design Week 2024 in Dubai Design District (d3) taking place 5-10 November.

Design proposals should be innovative and incorporate sustainable and socially responsible materials. Proposals must take into consideration the direct impact their work has on the environment, as the installation will be specifically built for this purpose. Designers are encouraged to apply a circular approach to their design process by sourcing materials locally and regionally.

Dubai Design Week is committed to supporting emerging and established designers alike, and we welcome proposals from all over the world.

The winner will benefit from Dubai Design Week’s regional and international PR and marketing campaign which includes a range of digital marketing and media promotion, with a dedicated webpage on the Dubai Design Week website and app for the 2024 programme.

Criteria & Conditions:

  • The proposal must adhere to a responsible design approach, taking into account sustainable use of materials and production processes, construction, installation and operational processes
  • Proposals need to be original and the participant confirms that they are the owner of all appropriate intellectual property rights in the submission
  • The proposal must incorporate suitable materials for outdoor use and consideration for year-round weather conditions in Dubai
  • Be partially or entirely produced in the UAE
  • The proposal must adhere to a well-defined timeline for production and installation
  • Originality is critical, submissions must confirm ownership of all relevant intellectual property rights associated with the submission

Submission Process:

Applicants are required to complete the submission form below. Within the submission form, applicants will be required to provide us with essential information and the following documents below alongside:

  • Proposal concept statement
  • Portfolio of previous works and CV
  • Proposal image references and renders
  • Use of materials
  • Dimensions, space and technical requirements
  • Timeline of project completion

Submission deadline: 15th June 2024

For any further information please review our FAQ here or if your query isn’t answered please contact [email protected]

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