Crafting Design Futures Exhibition opens at Museum of Islamic Art

Doha, Qatar: Design Doha, in collaboration with the Years of Culture initiative, has unveiled the Crafting Design Futures exhibition at the Museum of...

Doha, Qatar: Design Doha, in collaboration with the Years of Culture initiative, has unveiled the Crafting Design Futures exhibition at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) in the presence of Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to Qatar H E Mohamed Setri, Qatar Museums CEO Mohammed Saad Al Rumaihi and other dignitaries.

This exhibition features the works of nine talented craft-makers from Qatar and Morocco, created as part of the Crafting Design Futures exchange program during the Qatar-Morocco 2024 Year of Culture. The exhibition will be held in 4th Floor Temporary Exhibition Gallery from December 1 to 30.

Curated by Gwen Farrelly, Crafting Design Futures marks the conclusion of the Design Doha Residency Program Qatar | Morocco: Crafting Design Futures, a pioneering cultural exchange between designers from both nations. This residency celebrates the fusion of traditional craftsmanship with modern design, bridging shared heritage and innovative creativity.

Fahad Al Obaidly, Acting Director of Design Doha, highlighted the importance of such collaborations: “Connections like those forged during the Crafting Design Futures program are the foundation of a shared creative future. These cross-border partnerships, preserve heritage while inspiring unity, creativity, and mutual understanding that will resonate for generations.”

Exhibitions highlights include: 66km by Doha-based artist Nada Elkharashi (Egypt) incorporates Moroccan silk textiles threaded with LED bulbs, atop a rock sourced from Qatar. This work explores alternative natural resources, drawing inspiration from resourcefulness observed in Moroccan traditions.