Van Cleef & Arpels, in collaboration with Tashkeel, marks a monumental milestone as they proudly announce the landmark tenth edition of the Middle East Emergent Designer Prize. This prestigious award, themed "Inspiring Winds," beckons emerging talents across the region to harness the essence of wind – symbolizing freedom, strength, and enchantment – into their creations.
From the gentle whispers of a breeze to the powerful gusts shaping landscapes, wind holds profound significance in the cultural tapestry of the Middle East. Van Cleef & Arpels and Tashkeel invite visionary designers to infuse their contemporary functional designs with the spirit of "Inspiring Winds," blending creativity and innovation to craft pieces that seamlessly intertwine form and function.
Alessandro Maffi, President of Van Cleef & Arpels Middle East & India, expressed his pride in the milestone tenth edition, emphasizing the prize's role in nurturing and showcasing the region's burgeoning design talent. With a legacy spanning the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, and Kuwait, the Emergent Designer Prize has become synonymous with fostering creativity and innovation, setting the standard for design excellence in the Middle East.
As the call for submissions commences, designers are poised to embark on a journey of artistic exploration, guided by the winds of inspiration. The Emergent Designer Prize not only celebrates a decade of design brilliance but also heralds a new era of creativity, where the boundless potential of Middle Eastern designers takes center stage on the global luxury landscape.
