- Dubai Municipality launches “Urban Think Tank & Design Labs” to reinforce Dubai’s position as a global hub for city design
- Innovative Lab introduces a new approach to urban design standards, renewal, and community-focused city planning
- Her Highness: Dubai’s experience has demonstrated that the cities of the future will be those that are innovative and regenerative – cities that place people at the centre of their planning and design
- “The Urban Think Tank & Design Lab is pioneering model that reflects Dubai’s forward-looking approach”
- “It will serve as a vital platform for innovation and creativity in a collaborative environment, transforming ideas into comprehensive urban solutions with real impact”
- “Dubai Municipality announces launch of the first project under the Urban Think Tank & Design Lab, focusing on urban renewal in the city’s older residential areas.”
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Her Highness Sheika Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), witnessed the launch of the ‘Urban Think Tank & Design Lab’ (D.M-ULab), an innovative collaborative designing platform that is introduced by Dubai Municipality.
This lab brings together the thinkers, real estate developers, practitioners, researchers and community members to explore the advanced technologies and also research the urban design and planning.
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Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed said that Dubai, “Though its comprehensive development journey, has consolidated its position as a city shaping the future. She noted that this progress is guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, who has charted a course for Dubai to become the world’s best city to visit, work and live in.”
Her Highness said: “Dubai’s experience has demonstrated that the cities of the future will be those that are innovative and regenerative – cities that place people at the centre of their planning and design. By harnessing advanced technology and artificial intelligence, they can build resilient urban communities capable of adapting to global change. At the heart of these efforts is a commitment to enhancing quality of life, happiness and well-being.”
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Sheikha Latifa also added: “The Urban Think Tank & Design Lab is a pioneering model that reflects Dubai’s forward-looking approach. It will serve as a vital platform for innovation and creativity in a collaborative environment, transforming ideas into comprehensive urban solutions with real impact.
The initiative embodies the principles of sustainable development in a city that is resilient, future-ready, and committed to enhancing quality of life.”
