DHAHRAN — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) concluded the eighth edition of its flagship design event, Tanween, with a significant announcement beginning in 2026, the event will be rebranded as Ithra Design Week.
Speaking at the closing ceremony on Saturday, Ithra Programs Manager Noura Al-Zamil emphasized the importance of the transition, describing it as the start of a new era in creativity and collaboration. After eight years of Tanween, Ithra Design Week represents a new chapter in fostering creativity and collaboration bringing together designers, communities, and ideas to expand our impact across Saudi Arabia and beyond, she said.
Running for six days, this year’s edition featured a rich program that included seven hands-on workshops, 10 panel discussions, eight exhibitions, four design hackathons, and several guided tours. According to Ithra, the redesigned platform will integrate design across all of its facilities including the museum, library, cinema, publishing programs, and the IdeaLab and extend its presence into public spaces throughout the Eastern Province. This year’s outward focus was reflected in guided tours developed with the Municipality of Khobar connecting visitors to public art architectural landmarks and design-led urban spaces.
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