About Downtown Design

Downtown Design Riyadh marks the Saudi debut of the Middle East’s leading fair for contemporary and high-quality design. Taking place from 20–23 May 2025, the fair will be held at JAX District, Riyadh’s creative hub set against the backdrop of Al Turaif, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fair will present a curated showcase of global design excellence alongside the region’s most exciting creative talent.

Held in partnership with the Saudi Arabia Architecture and Design Commission of the Ministry of Culture, the fair offers direct access to original, contemporary brands, limited-edition works, and collections by both international names and regional studios. It will bring together industry professionals, decision-makers, and design enthusiasts through exhibitions, installations, and a tailored programme of talks and activations.

Aligned with Vision 2030, Downtown Design Riyadh supports the Kingdom’s ambition to become a global cultural hub and meets growing demand from Saudi Arabia’s expanding interior design and real estate sectors. Downtown Design Riyadh will serve as a vital meeting point for the global design industry and the Kingdom’s creative community—facilitating dialogue, fostering partnerships, and contributing to the continued evolution of design culture in Saudi Arabia.

A New Annual Meeting Point

Expanding a Legacy of Design into the Kingdom
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‍Downtown Design Riyadh will take place from 20–23 May 2025 at JAX District, a cultural hub set against the historic backdrop of Diriyah. Held in partnership with the Architecture and Design Commission of the Ministry of Culture, the fair will connect global design brands with Saudi Arabia’s creative community, offering access to original, high-quality design and limited-edition works from both international and regional studios.

Materials

Kitchens & Bathrooms

Rugs & Textiles

Lighting

Furniture

Committed to presenting high-quality, contemporary design to the dynamic market of the fast-pace Middle East, Downtown Design is a boutique size fair and showcases selected brands, latest collections and product launches across industry sectors and product categories, ensuring requirements of originality and market relevance are met.

Marking a decade of Downtown Design, the fair remains at the centre of design in the region and has welcomed some of the most sought-after brands globally alongside emerging designers, studios and collectives.

What They Are Saying About Downtown Design

“From the best in regional design, to pioneering international brands and makers behind one-of-a-kind, limited-edition work, Downtown Design has it all.”