Featured two sessions on wood, along with exclusive one-on-one consulting for designers seeking personalized project guidance.

During Dubai Design Week, the Material Mastery Series featured two sessions focused on wood, one of the most versatile materials in design. In addition to these educational talks, exclusive one-on-one consulting sessions were offered for designers seeking personalized guidance on their projects.

Nov 9th

UAE Material Mastery Talk | Desert Board

5 PM - 6 PM

This engaging session, hosted by Make Works UAE and presented by Mansi Bavishi and Bulent Guler, featured Desert Board, a pioneer in sustainable materials. The talk focused on the versatile applications of eco-friendly Palm Strand Boards (PSB) in furniture design, interior decor, and art installations. Participants explored creative uses of wood and discussed important factors to consider when selecting materials for various design applications, including aesthetics, durability, and sustainability.

Make Works UAE Advice sessions

6.10 PM - 7.10 PM

Artists and designers seeking production for their designs connected with Make Works UAE, a key resource for local production and innovation. By sharing project details, they received guidance on processes, materials, and production, helping them become part of the Made-in-UAE movement.

Nov 10th

Material Mastery Seminar | Makers Society

5 PM - 6 PM

Mansi Bavishi and Luca Dal Molin presented a session on the art of woodworking, featuring insights from Luca Dal Molin, founder of The Makers Society. The session explored the versatility of wood as a design material, addressing key factors such as aesthetics, durability, and sustainability. Participants learned practical sourcing tips, traditional techniques, and the latest digital tools to enhance their projects.

Key topics covered included types of wood and their characteristics, wood selection for design applications, sourcing high-quality wood, creative applications, woodworking techniques, blending functionality and artistry, the emotional and sensory appeal of wood, sustainability in wood design, and future trends. The talk began with an introduction to Make Works UAE and how it could assist in finding the right production partner.

Make Works UAE Advice sessions

6.10 PM - 7.10 PM

Artists and designers seeking production for their designs connected with Make Works UAE, a key resource for local production and innovation. By sharing project details, they received guidance on processes, materials, and production, helping them become part of the Made-in-UAE movement.