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Revealed: The venue and date for the identity Design Awards 2025

Save the date for the much awaited gala night.

We are pleased to announce that the 11th annual identity Design Awards will be held at W – The Palm on 20th November 2025.

The criteria for the design awards will remain true to identity’s proud DNA and will seek to reward design excellence, originality, sustainability and aesthetics. Our international jury will independently evaluate the entries, with each member renowned for delivering excellence in the design field. The judges will seek to identify the best examples of contemporary designs across interiors, architecture, and product design.

In order to book seats and tables, please reserve them on Platinum List.

Special thanks to our sponsors and partners:

Platinum Sponsor: CASAMIA UAE

Gold Sponsors: Studio971, Gaggenau, ClayArk

Silver Sponsors: HMA Living, IF Hub, Valcucine by Merise

Bronze Sponsor: GLAZE

Gift Partner: The White Company

Trophy Partner: Sans Souci

Beverage Partner: African + Eastern

Vote Processing Partner: Jacobsons

This event is brought to you by Motivate Media Group.

Ticket sales are now live on Platinum List.

We look forward to seeing you at the gala.  Stay tuned for our shortlist announcement.

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