Esra Lemmens
FOUNDER
ESRA LEMMENS AGENCY
Delivering insight, direction and inspiration
The INDEX Design Talks has become a cornerstone of the regional design calendar in recent years. Carefully curated to cover the biggest topics and trends impacting the design community, the programme runs across all three days of INDEX Saudi Arabia.
The passionate industry community of interiors, architecture, and fit-out professionals attends the Design Talks for peer networking and meaningful conversations.
Hear from over 80 powerhouse speakers who are transforming the design landscape, including industry giants from Red Sea Global, Royal Commission of AlUla, Diriyah Gate Development Authority, Jacobs, Kristina Zanic Consultants, Dewan Architects + Engineers, Brand Creative, and many others.
It's not just a conference, it's a movement!
Global Thought Leader
MICHELE PASCA DI MAGLIANO
Director, Zaha Hadid Architects
Michele joined ZHA in 2004. As one of the practice’s directors,
he specialises in mixed-use, high-rise development, working
also on a variety of exhibition schemes, selected furniture and
interiors products.
Michele studied architecture at the University of Naples (2009)
and has a master’s degree from the Architectural Association in
London (2004).
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INDEX Design Talks2024 SPEAKERS
Speaker & Audience Profile
- Founders and CXO’s of Interior Design, Architecture and Fit-out companies
- Managing Directors
- Design Directors
- Head of Architecture
- Head of Design
- Interior Designers
- Associates
Our 2024 programme key topics include
- Brand NEW - Masterclasses on Generative AI and technology
- Designing for Life: Integrating Human Well-being into Architectural Spaces
- Unified Vision: Strengthening developer, designer, and contractor collaboration
- Crafting Distinctive Brand Identities: A designer's guide to leaving a lasting mark
- Neuro-Inclusive Design: Creating spaces for all minds
- Authenticity in Culture: Preserving heritage and inspiring new age design
- and much, much more!
Hear from industry professionals
The event was bigger than ever with such a diverse range of international and local suppliers. The interesting talks and the buzz around the event were perfect! It's great to see the event evolve and build upon its success year after year.
Kristina Zanic
CEO - Kristina Zanic Consultants
INDEX Saudi Arabia 2023 has truly set a high standard for future events, making it an unforgettable experience.
Kourosh Salehi
Global Design Director - LWK+PARTNERS
The Design Talks were a great way to connect with the local design community and colleagues to talk about important issues affecting our industry.
Marc Cerone
Senior Interior Architecture Director - Red Sea Global
It was such a joy to be among esteemed experts from various fields, sharing our experiences and insights on creating innovative solutions through collaboration.
Dr. Ahmed Kassab
Assistant Professor of Industrial Design - Design Department. Effat University
The panel discussion on the role of soft skills in design was truly enriching, with thought-provoking questions that sparked further discussion and exploration. Immensely grateful to the organizers for providing this platform that celebrates creativity, innovation, design, and collaboration.
Sara Al-Sowayegh
Country Communication & Interior Design Manager - IKEA Saudi Arabia & Bahrain
During the two panels I attended, I was once again reassured that Saudi is one of the most intriguing countries for hospitality development on the planet currently.
Maya Ziadeh
Chief Development Officer, Premium Midscale & Economy - Accor
It was an honor to be part of this year's INDEX Saudi Arabia and an exceptional panel speaker lineup.
Nafece Khan
Head of Projects - 4SPACE design
INDEX Saudi Arabia is undoubtedly the event of the year for designers and architects, offering valuable insights into industry trends. With its current success, there's no doubt it will only get better in the future!
Al Johara N. Beydoun
Multidisciplinary Designer/ Founder - Ink
INDEX Saudi Arabia is an event that delivers exceptional value and remains a key highlight in the industry calendar.
Arch. Adam Al Hamzi
Director of Interior Design Department, Hospitality - Memar Development and Investment
INDEX Saudi Arabia is a great opportunity to establish connections between industry leaders, specialists design experts and innovative suppliers. To build bridges of trust and future collaboration.
Yahya Alghamdi
Senior Specialist - Building Information Modeling Design - Red Sea Global
This year’s show was very impressive with the impeccable organization! The diverse range of topics covered and the calibre of speakers invited greatly enriched our knowledge and provided valuable insights into industry trends and best practices.
Amani Al Ibrahim
Partner & Executive Director - Kristina Zanic Consultants
Being a speaker at the INDEX Design Talks was a remarkable experience! It's not every day that one gets to be among such passionate professionals discussing the future of design.
Weaam Sinjab
Creative Director & Digital Communication Consultant
INDEX Saudi Arabia was an eye-opener! From the way it was organized to being a panellist and moderator, all of it was spectacular.
Mihir Sanganee
Founder & Creative Director - Designsmith
INDEX Saudi Arabia stood out not only for its scale but also for its brilliant showcase of innovation and creativity within the design industry. It's clear that Saudi Arabia's design scene is growing fast, and it's been incredibly exciting to be part of that!
Joakim De Rham
CEO - Swiss Bureau Interior Design
INDEX Saudi Arabia 2023 undoubtedly emerged as a beacon of excellence, bringing together industry leaders to explore the future of hospitality & design with unparalleled intelligence, creativity, and innovation.
Kerem Cengiz
MENA Managing Director - LWK+PARTNERS
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