The region’s leading design festival brings over 500 international creatives together to shape the future of urban design and identity.
Dubai’s creative community is gearing up for the return of Dubai Design Week 2025, set to run from November 4–9, 2025 at the Dubai Design District (d3). The annual event, recognized as the Middle East’s premier design festival, will showcase a wide range of exhibitions, installations, and interactive talks highlighting the latest in architecture, interiors, product design, and innovation.
- D3 will be hosting international design brands and industry leaders like Kartell, Poltrona Frau and Venini alongside first-time participants Roche Bobois, Stellar Works and more
- This year’s edition places a strong emphasis on sustainability and design identity, exploring how the region’s evolving creative landscape can balance tradition with innovation.
- Bringing together more than 500 international and regional designers, Dubai Design Week 2025 aims to serve as a catalyst for dialogue, education, and cross-disciplinary exchange within the global design ecosystem.
- From 4 November (first day) you’ll see major outdoor installations and public activations across d3. For example, DDW has announced “30 large-scale outdoor installations” this year.
- Marketplace & pop-ups: curated retail experiences featuring regional artisans, food experiences, live performances.
“The world of design is evolving rapidly, and Dubai is playing an ever-greater role in shaping a more collaborative, innovative, and inclusive future for all,” said Khadija Al Bastaki, Senior Vice President of Dubai Design District (d3), part of TECOM Group.
Since its inception, Dubai Design Week has played a pivotal role in defining the Middle East’s design narrative—positioning the UAE as a global hub for innovation, craftsmanship, and design excellence. The 2025 edition reinforces that mission, uniting designers, brands, and enthusiasts under one platform that celebrates creativity, sustainability, and the future of design.