Dubai Culture and Arts Authority has formed a strategic partnership with Dubai Municipality through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing the emirate’s visual identity and artistic landscape in public areas.
The agreement, which supports the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, will focus on transforming Dubai’s streets and public spaces into what officials describe as “an open-air global art gallery” accessible to all residents and visitors.
“Through our Public Art Strategy, we seek to foster a culture of innovation, support Dubai’s creative economy, empower artists by expanding their presence in the local art scene, and encourage them to contribute to greater artistic appreciation in the emirate. These spaces will be enriched with distinctive artworks that enhance the local art scene and reflect the emirate’s unique creative identity,” Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, according to a statement by the Dubai Media Office.
Dubai Culture, Dubai Municipality partner to transform public spaces into art showcases
Under the terms of the MoU, Dubai Culture will determine the quantity and implementation timeline for artworks and installations annually, while Dubai Municipality will select appropriate locations and manage the necessary approvals and permits.
“This agreement marks a key step in our efforts to integrate art and urban development, ensuring that Dubai remains a city of creativity, innovation, and cultural expression,” Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Acting Director General of Dubai Municipality said.
“Through this collaboration, we aim to transform public spaces and residential areas into dynamic artistic landmarks that reflect Dubai’s unique identity and enrich the experiences of residents and visitors alike. By seamlessly integrating artistic elements with urban beautification projects, we are reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global model for sustainable and human-centred urban design, in line with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan,” he added.
The partnership reflects Dubai’s commitment to sustainable urban development with a focus on enhancing quality of life and strengthening the emirate’s position as a global destination for living, working, and leisure.
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