Top Companies in Dubai Design District: 10 Global Brands to Know

Some of the most famous names in luxury, architecture and design run their regional operations from one creative business park beside Dubai Creek. The companies in Dubai Design District (D3) include Parisian fashion houses, award-winning architects, a world-famous toy maker, and leading material and lighting brands.

This list of companies in Dubai Design District covers 10 of the best-known names, with a short profile, location and phone number for each. You will also find a comparison table and practical tips for getting in touch.

• What is Dubai Design District?
• List of companies in Dubai Design District
• Companies in D3 at a glance
• Tips for contacting companies in D3
• Key takeaways
• Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dubai Design District?

Dubai Design District, known as d3, is a free zone business park for the design, fashion and creative industries. TECOM Group launched it in 2013, and the first phase opened in 2015 with 11 office buildings. The district sits next to Business Bay along Dubai Creek, a short drive from Downtown Dubai.

Alongside offices, d3 has showrooms, retail units, coworking spaces and the annual Dubai Design Week. To learn more about living and working nearby, read the Dubai Design District area guide on Property Finder.

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List of companies in Dubai Design District

1. Dior

Christian Dior remains one of the most influential names in haute couture, ready-to-wear and beauty. Its couture business runs a regional office in d3 that supports the brand’s boutiques and clients in the UAE.

• Location: Building 8, 5th Floor, Office 514, Dubai Design District

2. Hermès

Established in Paris in 1837 as a harness workshop, Hermès is famous for its leather goods, silk scarves and craftsmanship. Hermès Middle East South Asia manages the brand’s regional business from its d3 office.

• Location: 103 – 01/08, Dubai Design District
• Phone: +971 4 818 1222 (UAE enquiries)

3. Lego

The Danish toy company, founded in 1932, runs its Middle East and Africa headquarters from d3. The team here supports Lego retail, marketing and partnerships across the region.

• Location: Units 1302-1305, 13th Floor, Building 1, Dubai Design District
• Phone: +971 4 873 9700

4. Bouguessa

Designer Faiza Bouguessa launched her womenswear label in Dubai in 2014, and it has since shown at Milan Fashion Week. The brand is known for sculptural silhouettes, clean lines and modest designs, and runs both its boutique and main office from d3.

• Location: Boutique 207B, Building 7, Dubai Design District
• Phone: +971 4 565 6199

5. Dedar

Dedar is an Italian textile house based near Como, known for luxury fabrics, wallcoverings and trimmings for homes and hospitality projects. Its Middle East office in D3 works with architects, interior designers and private clients across the region.

• Location: Office B706, 7th Floor, Building 1B, Dubai Design District
• Phone: +971 4 299 7196

6. Chalhoub Group

Chalhoub Group has partnered with luxury and lifestyle brands in the Middle East since 1955, covering retail, distribution and brand building. The group moved its headquarters to D3, where it occupies two office buildings.

• Location: Buildings 10 and 11, Dubai Design District

7. Zaha Hadid Architects

The London practice founded by the late Dame Zaha Hadid opened its Middle East office in D3 in 2016. It ranks among the best-known architecture companies in Dubai Design District, and its local work includes The Opus in Business Bay.

• Location: Unit 503, Building 8, Dubai Design District

8. Foster + Partners

Led by Lord Norman Foster, the British firm designed the Masdar City masterplan and the Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi. It announced its D3 office in 2016, alongside several other global practices.

• Location: Office 103A, Building 6, Dubai Design District (d3), Dubai, UAE

9. Cosentino

The Spanish company makes Silestone and Dekton surfaces for kitchens, bathrooms, flooring and façades. Its Cosentino City showroom covers more than 300 square metres and includes a materials library, making it a regular stop for interior design companies in Dubai Design District and beyond.

• Location: Unit 401A, Building 4, Dubai Design District
• Phone: +971 4 242 8131

10. Artemide

Founded in Milan in 1960, Artemide creates architectural and decorative lighting designed with leading international designers. Its D3 showroom serves architects, interior designers and homeowners across the Middle East.

• Location: Office A307, 3rd Floor, Building 6, Dubai Design District
• Phone: +971 4 425 0213

Companies in D3 at a glance

Tips for contacting companies in D3

Most of these companies run corporate offices rather than shops, so plan ahead before you visit:

• Book an appointment: Corporate offices usually need a meeting request, while the Cosentino and Artemide showrooms welcome trade and private visitors.
• Confirm the address first: Some office details come from older announcements, so check with the company before you go.
• Use the D3 office for general enquiries: The team is at Level 2, Building 3, and works Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.

Thinking of joining these brands? Browse offices for rent in Dubai Design District, or compare offices for rent in Business Bay next door. If you would like to live close to work, explore properties for rent in Dubai Design District on Property Finder.

Key takeaways

• D3 is a TECOM Group free zone that hosts regional offices for global fashion, architecture, design and lifestyle brands.
• Hermès, Lego, Cosentino and Artemide publish official phone numbers for their UAE teams.
• Cosentino and Artemide run showrooms, while most other companies work from appointment-only offices.
• The D3 office on +971 4 433 3000 is the official district contact.

Frequently Asked Questions

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