Masterclasses | Downtown Design Dubai

In collaboration with the Council for International Accreditation of Architecture & Design (CIAAD), UN certified masterclasses will take place at Downtown Design around Architecture and Interior Design disciplines.

Integrating architecture and design under one umbrella, CIAAD ensures a holistic approach to design education and the imagineering of the creative process, as well as the continuous development of the architecture and design professions worldwide. CIAAD is the official partner of the United Nations for the implementation and advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals UNSDGs.

These masterclasses are only available to trade professionals i.e. architects, interior designers and design practitioners. Participants will receive a personalized certificate from the UN website which can be used to continue education points.

Inspirations for Innovative Lighting Design Solutions

In today’s rapidly evolving world, lighting is not just a functional necessity but a critical element of aesthetic expression, environmental sustainability, and technological innovation.

This masterclass addresses the latest trends, pioneering techniques, and creative inspirations that are shaping the future of lighting design, delving into the forefront of lighting design, focusing on cutting-edge solutions from initial inspiration to design development stages, and final installation.

Masterclass led by Ana Elia Pantoja, Senior Interior & Lighting Designer, member of CIAAD

Thursday 7 November
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Sustainable Design, Sustainable Society-The Green Imperative

Sustainable design is an integrative approach that seeks to minimize negative environmental impacts while enhancing the well-being of individuals and communities.

It encompasses a broad range of practices that prioritize resource efficiency, ecological balance, and the health of the environment across the entire lifecycle of products and services. This masterclass will discuss concepts and professional standards related to sustainable design, current environmental and user functionality issues and teach how to achieve a sustainable society through partnerships to the SDGs, and collaboration across multiple sectors.

Masterclass led by Prof. Albert Fakhoury, Ph.D., President of CIAAD

Friday 8 November
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

The Future of Innovation and AI in Design Education

Integration of new technological advancements, specifically AI (Artificial Intelligence), into design education and its assistance in nurturing creativity, collaboration, and meaningful dialogues in design education without falling prey to a possible objectification of AI tools or demotion of human creativity is a theme that has top importance in the creative world. The focus of the masterclass is not on determining whether these prospects are positive or negative, but rather on uncovering their ability to enhance creativity and collaboration in design education.

Masterclass led by Jasmine Chahin, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, member of CIAAD

Saturday 9 November
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM