10 Fun Facts You Definitely Need To Know About Dubai Design District
Having opened its doors in 2015 to huge anticipation, Dubai Design District (d3) has firmly established itself in the eye of Dubai’s creatives.
The development has become home to several prestigious brands, as well as notable events on the Dubai calendar including Dubai Design Week and Sole DXB.
Here are 10 things you may not know about Dubai Design District…
1. It is located a mere five-minute drive from Dubai Mall
There’s a common misconception that d3 is out of the way, however it’s a short commute to Downtown Dubai – making it easily accessible for all.
It’s also perfectly positioned to get breathtaking views of the iconic Burj Khalifa.
2. There’s a jaw-dropping design in the carpark, created by the talented Myneandyours
Well-known in Dubai’s art community, Myneandyours has created some stunning street-art and was responsible for the gorgeous designs in d3’s parking area.
3. It’s home to the stunning Ligne Roset furniture company
New to d3, Ligne Roset has a host of beautiful contemporary furnishings available for purchase.
These will seriously spruce up your living areas.
4. There are out-of-this-world artistic installations at Molecule
The funky bistro at d3 is doing crazy things with food and the design of the venue matches that of the food – weird and wonderful.
5. Dubai Design District has a huge amount of stunning outdoor art installations – perfect for pictures
The swings and sheep have become iconic thanks to their frequent appearances on Instagram.
6. You can get hair cuts, up-dos and make-up done at d3
With a host of beauty outlets, from a make-up academy, to a stylish men’s barber shop (Chaps & Co), d3 covers all bases.
There’s a JetSet hair bar for the ladies, an N.Bar for everything nails, Eli Cosmetics for make-up needs and Chaps & Co for the lads.
7. Dubai Design District has its very own rap song
Not many structures can boast this – a rap song written about the amazing offerings available at d3.
8. It’s home to the first AUTHENTIC Japanese ramen restaurant in Dubai
Not your average hot-pot, YUI serves up hot and fresh Japanese ramen courtesy of its expert chefs.
9. It’s home to Dubai’s ultra-trendy crowd
Given it’s THE place to be in terms of designers, fashion events, and dining, it’s no wonder the clientele is high-fashion.
10. It’s home to a vibrant nightlife
With stylish bars, funky nightclubs and brilliant restaurants, d3 carries on well into the evenings – it’s not just about daytime here.
It’s definitely worth another visit; for lunch, shopping, art and so much more.
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Dubai Design District, better known as d3, is a home for the region’s growing community of creative thinkers. It plays a key element in Dubai’s vision to transform into an innovation-led economy, and it aims to engage, inspire and enable emerging talent, as well as providing a platform to showcase Arab creativity to a larger, global audience.
