The Forum at Downtown Design 2023, designed by Intercon
Spearheaded by Mohammed Adib, The Forum is where the panel discussions are held.
Step into a cloudscape at this year’s Forum designed by the Dubai office of Barcelona headquartered interior design and architecture firm Intercon. As part of the fair’s 2023 narrative of bringing natural elements of the outdoor indoors, with public space of The Forum, hosting the fair’s line-up of keynotes and panel discussions, looking to the skies – The Cloud, a symbol of imagination and creativity, is interpreted through flowing forms and suspended nebulous elements, alluding to the Forum as a place of open exchange without restraints. Furnished with soft lines and a gentle, light palette embrace the space to create a relaxed atmosphere.
Intercon’s maiden collaboration with Downtown Design marks the firm’s milestone of 30 years in design, and the 10th edition of Downtown Design.
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