Dubai d3 masterplan unveiled today at Cityscape

The Dubai Design District (d3) masterplan will be be revealed today at the opening day of international real estate event Cityscape Global at Dubai World Trade Centre.

Spanning 21 million square feet, the plan offers an insight into what d3 will deliver to the region as Dubai’s hub of design, fashion, art and luxury over the next 10 years.

Commenting on the d3 master plan, Dr Amina Al Rustamani, group CEO of TECOM Investments, said: “d3 has been designed as a unique concept. From the very start we have worked with leading global figures as well as local talent from across the spectrum of the creative industries to ensure we can provide the right facilities and infrastructure suitable for both international brands and emerging regional designers.

“d3 is a purpose-built neighbourhood built for the creative community, developed in full collaboration with this community to offer a unique experience to designers, tourists and the public, tallying with what Dubai thrives to be as cultural and innovative centre.”

The preview will showcase a 1.8 kilometre waterfront destination featuring luxury, 4-star and boutique hotels, and furnished apartments, offering over 4000 rooms.

This is in addition to retail outlets and dining and entertainment venues, high-end galleries, pop-up showcase and open-air installation spaces, workshops and studios.

Additionally, a dedicated creative community will house 4000 people from the design sector and a business zone with office space for the design, fashion and luxury sectors with a capacity for over 10,000 workers.

As a greenfield pilot development for the Emirate’s Smart City initiative the District will combine intelligent design and operational initiatives alongside advanced technological solutions.

Cityscape Dubai will take place from 21-23 September at Dubai World Trade Centre.

The event will featuring hundreds of exhibitors from more than 30 countries and over 25,000 participants from close to 100 countries.