And Beyond celebrates Dubai’s ambition and position as global hub of creativity, innovation and collaboration

And Beyond celebrates Dubai’s ambition and position as global hub of creativity, innovation and collaboration

Dubai, UAE: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is celebrating Emirati creativity and Dubai’s history, heritage, and achievements across various fields through its inaugural participation in the fourth London Design Biennale – the biannual global celebration of design-led innovation - held at London’s Somerset House. During the opening, Dubai Culture unveiled the ‘And Beyond’ design installation, created by Emirati architect and designer Abdalla Almulla, commissioned by the Authority with the support of the UAE Space Agency, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, and Art Dubai Group.

During the private preview day, a delegation from Dubai Culture led by Dr Saeed Mubarak bin Kharbash, CEO of the Arts and Literature Sector; Khulood Khoory, Projects and Events Director; and the designer Abdalla Almulla, introduced the installation to the press and the VIPs, most notably Sheikh Khalid Saud Al Qasimi, Deputy Chief of Mission at the UAE Embassy in London.

The Authority’s participation in the Biennale comes within the framework of its keenness to shed light on the creativity of Emirati talent and giving them a platform to present their works on a global scale. It also seeks to exchange experiences, strengthen relations with international bodies and institutions working in the cultural and creative