A series of live talks, panel discussions, and keynotes featured regional and international thought-leaders.

The program cultivated pertinent connections within a dynamic, high-demand market, set each year in a reimagined space that encouraged dialogue and open interaction. This year’s space, crafted by Beirut-born interior designer Thomas Trad, was inspired by minimalist, Japanese aesthetics with the support of BSH Walls & Floors, Lutron, among others.

Over the years, the program welcomed prominent figures from the global design community, including Lidewij Edelkoort, Kelly Hoppen, Ini Archibong, Christian Louboutin, Sabine Marcelis, and Sebastian Herkner. This year, architect and designer India Mahdavi presented the opening keynote, sharing her insights on multicultural design and the blending of identities in modern spaces. Additional keynote speakers included Eames Demetrios, Karim Rashid, Nika Zupanc, and Lina Ghotmeh, offering their perspectives on the evolving global design landscape.

The Forum took place at Downtown Design on the d3 Waterfront Terrace.