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Hi Dubai
01-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
WORKSPACE Returns to Dubai to Showcase Future of Office Design and Technology
WORKSPACE, the Middle East and North Africa's leading exhibition for workplace interiors and technology, is set to return to Dubai World Trade Centre from May 27 to 29 with a renewed focus on AI, sustainability, and human-centric design. Now in its 20th edition, the event continues to be a key platform for innovation in office environments. This year's exhibition will feature prominent international and regional brands such as Haworth, Steelcase, LAS, and Motif Interiors, highlighting advancements in office technology, wellness solutions, and interior design. One of the central features of the event is the WORKSPACE Summit, which will host expert-led forums on topics including ergonomics, neurodivergent-friendly workplaces, and the evolution of social office spaces. Short-format sessions have also been added to enhance accessibility and engagement. The expanded agenda was shaped by a 14-member Advisory Board comprising leaders from companies such as Microsoft, Emirates NBD, CBRE, and JLL. Marina Mrdjen, Board Chair and Founder of Intelier, emphasized the importance of driving inclusive conversations around workplace transformation. Elaine O'Connell, Senior Vice President of Design and Hospitality at dmg events, said WORKSPACE aims to provide practical insights and meaningful connections as the workplace continues to evolve. Co-located with INDEX and The Hotel Show, the event is expected to attract over 33,000 visitors and more than 920 exhibitors, reinforcing Dubai's status as a hub for design innovation across workplace, residential, and commercial sectors. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Zawya
17-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dmg events' Design and Hospitality Shows strengthen Dubai's growing status as global-leading hub for innovation
INDEX, The Hotel Show, and WORKSPACE reflect a combined heritage of more than 30 years, as over 30,000 industry visitors expected to attend trio of co-located shows from 27-29 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Dubai, UAE: Dubai is set to reinforce its standing as the Middle East's and Northern Africa's epicentre of interior design and hospitality this May when it hosts the region's most influential design and hospitality trade show event series. INDEX, The Hotel Show, and WORKSPACE– organized by dmg events – return to Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 27th-29th May, with their co-location ensuring an unparalleled platform for buyers from across MENA to connect with the world's biggest and most innovative brands. With a combined heritage of 30 years, the co-located shows unite the full spectrum of interior design, hospitality, and workspace innovation, reinforcing Dubai's role as the region's premier destination for architects, designers, hoteliers, F&B professionals, and industry leaders to connect for business. Combined, the shows will span 55,249 sqm, feature over 70 countries, and are expected to attract more than 33,000 industry visitors, including buyers from retail, hospitality, commercial real estate, and procurement. 'Dubai's transformation into a global design and hospitality hub is driven by visionary leadership, world-class infrastructure, and its strategic location,' said Elaine O'Connell, dmg events' Senior VP of Design and Hospitality. 'As a centre for business, trade, and innovation, it seamlessly connects industry leaders, creatives, and investors worldwide. The co-location of INDEX, The Hotel Show, and WORKSPACE offers a fully comprehensive design and hospitality ecosystem where professionals can source products, gain insights, and forge meaningful business connections. O'Connell added: 'With a carefully curated mix of new and established brands, emerging talent, and transformative solutions, these shows embody the energy and creativity that make Dubai the region's leading design capital and champion its fostering of innovation and ability to set new industry benchmarks.' For more than 30 years, INDEX has been the flagship event for the Middle East and North Africa's (MENA) interior design and fit-out industry. The event gathers thousands of industry leaders – including architects, designers, retailers, and distributors – to explore groundbreaking design solutions across key product sectors, including furniture, lighting, décor, kitchen and bathroom, smart home technologies, flooring and surfaces and more. The highly anticipated INDEX Design Talks will again serve as the industry's think tank, hosting debates and discussions that address the biggest trends and challenges shaping interior design. Meanwhile, more than 20 years of success has seen The Hotel Show evolve into the region's largest and longest-running hospitality trade event, connecting global suppliers with key buyers from across MENA. The event features an unmatched lineup of products spanning hotel technology, F&B services, textiles, wellness solutions, and cleaning innovations. This year, The Hotel Show will present three specialised conference tracks: HITEC – a powerhouse hospitality technology summit featuring next-gen innovations from industry leaders; The Hospitality Leadership and F&B Forum – a premier gathering of hoteliers and foodservice professionals shaping the industry's future; and The Engineering and Sustainability Summit – a vital platform for sustainable solutions in hospitality engineering. Attendees can also look forward to high-energy features such as The Chefs Table, where culinary teams battle for the coveted 'Hotel Culinary Team of the Year' title, and the exciting return of the Housekeepers' Challenge. This year on the show floor will be a dedicated VIP lounge for hosted buyers and VIP's invited to the event from across the hospitality and interiors industry. WORKSPACE, celebrating its 22nd edition, is the Middle East's foremost platform for workspace design, office interiors, and workplace technology. With businesses across the region prioritising well-being, hybrid working, and technological advancement, WORKSPACE will showcase the latest solutions shaping the modern work environment. The WORKSPACE Summit will gather visionaries to explore trends such as AI integration, remote collaboration tools, and wellness-focused design concepts. O'Connell concludes: 'Beyond showcasing groundbreaking products and trends, our free-to-attend conferences—endorsed by the globally recognised CPD Certification Service—offer unparalleled access to expert knowledge, industry foresight, and accredited learning opportunities. This ensures that attendees not only stay ahead of the curve but also gain valuable credentials to elevate their professional standing in an ever-evolving global market.' About dmg events dmg events is a leading organizer of face-to-face events and publisher of trade magazines and information services. Our aim is to create dynamic marketplaces to connect businesses with the right communities to accelerate their growth in today's rapidly evolving landscape. With a presence in over 25 countries and organizing more than 80 events each year, dmg events is a global leader in the industry. Attracting over 425,000 attendees and delegates annually, we organize events in the construction, hospitality, interiors & amp; design, energy, coatings, entertainment, and transportation sectors. To better serve our customers, dmg events has offices in 10 countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, South Africa, the UK, Canada, and Singapore. By being on the ground, we can better understand market needs and nurture relationships to create unforgettable experiences for our attendees. Our flagship events including the Big 5 Global, The Hotel Show, INDEX, ADIPEC and Gastech. For more information visit Founded in 1989, dmg events is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT,
