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Public Art Open Call

Public Art
Open Call

For artists, designers, and creatives
ready to define public space

From Qatar and beyond, those
shaping culture, space, and
experience

AN OPEN CALL FOR BOLD IDEAS

Doha Design District is looking for works that shape public spaces. Through the Public Art Open Call, we invite artists, designers, architects, and creatives from across the region and beyond to propose their creative and innovative installations for Msheireb Downtown Doha.

Selected works will be displayed as semi-permanent installations on a two-year loan basis, becoming part of the everyday experience of the district.

This is an opportunity to embed your vision into one of the most culturally significant urban districts in the Arab world.

The call is open until May 14, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to see your work on display by Q4 2026.

Apply

WHO CAN APPLY

The Open Call is open to a wide range of practitioners and teams, including:

  • Urban designers, architects, and landscape architects.
  • Artists, designers, and creatives engaged in public space work.
  • Community organisations and interdisciplinary collectives (with a designated representative).
  • Emerging professionals and students (with a mentor or institution’s endorsement).

HOW TO SUBMIT

Submit

Submissions are accepted digitally through the Doha Design District website. Each proposal must be submitted in English or Arabic and include the following:

  • A vertical A2 panel with graphic representations, plans, and visualisations.
  • A project description of no more than 1,000 words, covering concept, sustainability strategy, spatial adaptability, and material descriptions.
  • Individual or team information including biographies, portfolios, contact details, and a designated lead applicant.

Optional supporting materials may also be included:
Letters of support from community partners, technical feasibility studies, or a video walkthrough or animation (link only).

Each individual or team may submit more than one proposal.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Before submitting, please read the full Terms & Conditions carefully.

By submitting a proposal, applicants confirm that all work is original and that they hold the necessary intellectual property rights. Selected applicants will be required to enter into a formal agreement with Msheireb Properties outlining scope of work, deliverables, timeline, and artist fees.

Winning works will be displayed for a period of two years on a loan basis. Msheireb Properties reserves the right to exhibit, publish, and promote all submitted proposals with appropriate credit to their authors.

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