NOVEMBER

DUBAI DESIGN WEEK, UAE

Launched in 2015 – when Aljoud Lootah’s seaside installation, Yaroof ( 1), was the centre of attention – this is one of the newest and glossiest design expos. Audi, a key partner, will be announcing the winner of its covetable Innovation Award (the prize includes £20,000 worth of consultancy, mentoring and business development) at the fair – last year’s champion, Sahar Madanat Design Studio, won for Madanat’s simple one-handed cutlery and crockery set for diners with disabilities. In the Dubai Design District, you’ll find Downtown Design, the Middle East’s main platform for contemporary furniture, flooring, lighting and more (3–18 November; dubaidesignweek.ae).