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Emirates Woman
29-04-2025
- Business
- Emirates Woman
Dubai Design District highlights massive expansion to celebrate its 10th anniversary
A decade of design brilliance was celebrated in style as Dubai Design District hosted industry luminaries for 'Beyond a Decade of Design'. In an exclusive event reflecting on its transformative role in positioning Dubai as a beacon of creativity, d3 hosted creative leaders in the region. Since its inception in 2015, d3 has evolved into a thriving nucleus of design, fashion, and innovation. The hub is now home to 1,100 businesses and 20,000 creative professionals. To mark this milestone, TECOM, d3's parent company, highlighted an expansion project announced by the company last August, which would add 500,000 of premium Grade-A office spaces. Through the initiative, d3 reinforces its status as the region's premier destination for design-led enterprises. 'd3 was conceived to elevate regional design onto the global stage, a vision now realized through a decade of relentless innovation,' said Khadija Al Bastaki, Senior Vice President of d3, part of TECOM Group. 'This expansion underscores our commitment to nurturing creative excellence, aligning with Dubai's D33 Agenda, Creative Economy Strategy, and Design Sector Strategy 2033.' The AED 825 million expansion, set for completion by H1 2028, will introduce six LEED-certified office towers with sweeping views of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai's skyline. Enhanced amenities, including fine dining, community spaces, and an extended promenade, will further elevate the district's allure for global creatives. Spotlighting Future Talent In a move to champion emerging visionaries, d3 unveiled the d3 Design Award, an annual accolade honoring the region's most exceptional designers. The inaugural winner will be revealed at Dubai Design Week in November. Adding to the celebrations, a commemorative illustrated book will showcase the UAE's brightest design talents, serving as a testament to the district's influence. A Hub of Creative Momentum Beyond its architectural ambitions, d3 remains a key player in fostering talent. It houses three academic institutions, incubating 120+ start-ups through in5 Design. d3 also hold the legacy of hosting marquee events like Dubai Fashion Week and Dubai Design Week. As d3 embarks on its next chapter, it continues to redefine the boundaries of creativity, cementing Dubai's status as the undisputed capital of design innovation. For more information, visit – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Supplied & Feature Image: Supplied
Hi Dubai
29-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Design District Marks Decade of Creativity and Announces Major Expansion
Dubai Design District (d3) celebrated more than a decade of driving creative excellence with a special event, 'Beyond a Decade of Design,' highlighting its impact on establishing Dubai as a global hub for design and innovation. Part of TECOM Group PJSC, d3 used the occasion to unveil ambitious plans for expansion, announcing over 500,000 of new premium spaces to meet growing demand from leading global companies. Representing an AED825 million investment, the project will offer LEED-certified office spaces with views of the Burj Khalifa and is scheduled for completion by the first half of 2028. The event also saw the launch of the d3 Design Award, a new platform to recognize and celebrate creative talent across the region, further reinforcing d3's commitment to nurturing innovation. Since opening in 2015, d3 has built a thriving community of more than 1,100 businesses and 20,000 creative professionals, contributing significantly to Dubai's knowledge economy. The upcoming development will add sports facilities, community spaces, fine dining options, and an extended promenade, enhancing the district's appeal as a lifestyle destination. Khadija Al Bastaki, Senior Vice President of d3, emphasized the district's role in advancing Dubai's global standing in design and innovation, aligned with key government strategies including the Dubai Economic Agenda 'D33' and the Design Sector Strategy 2033. With its latest expansion, d3 aims to strengthen its position as a leading creative destination, continuing its legacy of supporting the region's talent and vision for the future. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Khaleej Times
28-04-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Dubai Design District (d3) celebrates milestone anniversary
Dubai Design District (d3), the global creative ecosystem that is part of Tecom Group PJSC, held a celebratory event to mark more than a decade of enabling design excellence. d3 hosted global industry leaders during 'Beyond a Decade of Design', a special event reflecting on its role in cementing Dubai's position as a global hub for creativity and design since opening its doors in 2015. During the event, d3 highlighted its upcoming expansion project, comprising more than 500,000 of new premium spaces, to serve growing customer demand including from top-tier global companies. Also marking the occasion, the district launched the d3 Design Award, a prestigious new award platform to celebrate industry talent in the region. 'Dubai Design District (d3) was founded with a vision to transform regional design prowess into globally impactful results, and over the past decade, has enriched Dubai's knowledge economy by championing creativity and innovation,' said Khadija Al Bastaki, Senior Vice President of Dubai Design District (d3) part of Tecom Group. 'd3's pivotal expansion project will uphold our community's legacy of welcoming, nurturing, and amplifying design excellence, cementing Dubai's position as a global destination for design, creativity, and innovation, in line with Dubai Economic Agenda 'D33', Dubai Creative Economy Strategy, and Design Sector Strategy 2033.' d3, one of Tecom Group's most sought-after specialised districts, was launched with the vision of empowering regional talent to play a defining role in strengthening Dubai's knowledge economy. In the decade since it opened for business, the district's community has grown to include more than 1,100 businesses and 20,000 creative professionals. d3's upcoming expansion will play a vital role in serving demand from global customers in the design, fashion, and creative industries. The project, which includes the development of six Grade-A office buildings, will add more than 500,000 of gross leasable area (GLA) to the district, cementing d3 appeal as the destination of choice for creative minds from around the world. Representing an investment of Dh825 million, the new development, which was announced by Tecom Group in August 2024, will feature office spaces built in line with LEED certification standards, offering stunning views of the Dubai skyline including the iconic Burj Khalifa, and is set for completion by H1 2028. The project will also include sports facilities, community spaces, ample parking, fine dining options, and an extended promenade, complementing the surrounding residential developments. Nurturing future talent Reaffirming its commitment to nurturing creative and innovative designers, the district announced the launch of the d3 Design Award to recognise exceptional design talent each year. Designers who live in the region will be eligible to enter the new awards, with the inaugural winner to be announced during Dubai Design Week in November. Also as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations, d3 will publish a specially curated commemorative illustrated book this year to showcase the city's most talented and inspiring design minds. A memento that celebrates regional creativity, the book will be distributed at global design events to highlight the work and ideas of talented Emirati designers. d3 is today home to three academic institutions and hosts more than 100 events each year, including globally impactful platforms such as Dubai Fashion Week and Dubai Design Week. Home to in5 Design, the sector-focused vertical of Tecom Group's in5 incubator, the district has also supported more than 120 start-ups in the design sector since its inception. Dubai Design District (d3) is part of Tecom Group's portfolio of business districts, which also includes Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, Dubai Studio City, Dubai Production City, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Industrial City, and Dubai Science Park.
