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The Director
Khadija Al Bastaki, Executive Director of d3, discusses the mandate to position Dubai as a global fashion capital and what it takes to deliver results 108 emirateswoman.com
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What do the first 30 mins of your day look like, your morning routine? They say that your best day begins the night before. I live by this motto and ensure that I plan each day the night before. That way I start fresh in the morning. It is important to be ready to listen to and work with the members of the creative community, which is why I make sure I speak to the community and tenants each morning. I also like to plan some quiet time for myself for about 15-30 minutes a day which gives me a chance to go through my to-do list. I keep a clear mind in the mornings, so ideas and inspirations flow organically, which energizes me for the whole day and ensures I complete all my tasks. What is at the heart of d3, the values and the DNA? As a key contributor to the creative and design ecosystem in Dubai, d3’s vision is to provide a strong platform for creativity to cement Dubai’s position as a leading international hub for innovation and talent in line with the Dubai Creative Economy Strategy. Driven by the value to support and inspire the design community in the region and beyond, d3 has become the Middle East’s premier creative platform dedicated to design, fashion, architecture, art, and retail. Our dynamic community caters to the myriad needs of local and international companies through empowering talent and facilitating networking and business opportunities. Today, we are proud to be home to some of the world’s leading design entities and talent that collectively shape the emirate’s knowledge and innovation-based economy. Can you tell us about your role at d3 and how you support the mandate to position Dubai as a global fashion capital? Our vision for Dubai Design District has always remained the same: ensuring the creative community maintains its status as the epicentre of art, architecture, fashion, design, and retail in the region. Dubai
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