Qatari talent to feature at Innovation by Design Summit

Doha, Qatar: Msheireb Properties and Fast Company Middle East are set to host the highly anticipated Innovation by Design Summit at the Doha Design Di...

Doha, Qatar: Msheireb Properties and Fast Company Middle East are set to host the highly anticipated Innovation by Design Summit at the Doha Design District in Msheireb Downtown Doha on April 24. The event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers and panelists, including several prominent Qatari innovators and entrepreneurs.

The summit will explore various aspects of design and its impact on society, with sessions covering topics such as biophilic design, sustainable materials, AI in content creation and business, circular design, immersive museum experiences, and the potential for a global Middle Eastern design language. The event will also delve into the role of urban planning in creating people-centric cities, the interplay between technology and creativity, and the importance of designing for the experience economy and Gen Z.

Notable Qatari speakers will include: Abdulrahman Al Muftah, Designer; Dana Alfardan, Qatari Composer and Songwriter; Fahad Al Turky, Manager of Exhibitions and Programs at Msheireb Museums; Hamad Al Amari, Entrepreneur & Comedian; Hamad Mubarak Al Hajri, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Snoonu; Mohammed Al Qassabi, Head of Robotics and AI at Qatar Scientific Club; Engr. Nayef Al Ibrahim, Founding Partner and Chief Executive Officer of Ibtechar; Shaika Al Nassr, Director of the Museum of Islamic Art. Their participation will highlight the growing influence and contributions of Qatari innovators in the global design landscape.

Msheireb Properties Senior Director of Corporate Communications, Dr. Hafiz Ali Abdullah, commented on the significance of the upcoming event: “Design has the power to change the world. By bringing together brilliant minds from Qatar and around the world, we want to inspire and empower the next generation of designers and innovators to create solutions that positively impact our communities and the planet.”

Engr. Nayef Al Ibrahim, Founding Partner and Chief Executive Officer of Ibtechar, shared his thoughts on the role of technology in creativity: “As we navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of design and innovation, it is crucial to recognise the potential of technology as a tool for empowerment. By harnessing the power of AI and other emerging technologies, we can push the boundaries of creativity and develop solutions that address the challenges of our time.”