May 21, 2025 | Doha, Qatar

May 21, 2025 | Doha, Qatar

The Innovation by Design Summit (IBDS) returns in 2025, following the resounding success of its inaugural edition. This highly anticipated summit continues its mission to explore the transformative power of design and its impact on business, society, and the world.

Hosted in Doha, Qatar, in partnership with Msheireb Properties, IBDS is a groundbreaking gathering of the most forward-thinking minds in business, design, and technology.

Design has become a core driver of innovation and problem-solving. The 2025 edition will examine how design thinking influences technology, sustainability, and consumer experience, inspiring actionable ideas for a better future.

Innovation by Design Summit (IBDS) offers partners an exceptional opportunity to align with a globally recognized platform that celebrates creativity, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.

SPEAKERS

ADDITIONAL SPEAKERS TO BE ANNOUNCED

Founding Principle of ACP
Designer & Author
Partner & Chief Innovation Officer at Gehl
Lead Artist at Atelier MOST
Co-Founder of Terreform ONE
Head of Technology Strategy at IKEA
Managing Director at Arquitectonica
Partner at Pentagram
Founding Principle of Shahira Fahmy Architects
Senior Principal & Global Board Director at Populous

WHAT TO EXPECT

Keynotes, debates, fireside & panels

Innovation by Design Summit will showcase the innovative ways design can tackle our biggest challenges.

Design Showcase

Spotlight on innovative design projects, technologies, or installations. Exhibitions of Inspiring work from emerging and established artists, graphic Founding Principle of ACP s, illustrators, photographers, and advertising studios.

Breakout panel discussions

Dive into discussions with purpose-driven leaders about human-centered design, Inclusivity, urban planning, sustainable design, technology, and other design movements supporting the growth of positive social change.

Create an impact and leave a legacy

Join our expert speakers, scholars, futurists, and leaders to understand how design shapes our society and world.