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Orikami Lab

For reshaping public-sector design and culture

Orikami Lab played a pivotal role in supporting key public-sector initiatives led by TDRA and the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT). Under TDRA’s leadership, the UAE Design System standardized the digital presence of federal entities using a modular, Arabic-first framework, enhancing operational efficiency by 73%. The system, implemented across 12 federal websites, reflects TDRA’s vision for streamlined digital governance. Similarly, DCT spearheaded the development of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) curriculum, with Orikami Lab contributing to its design and implementation. This narrative-driven curriculum, aimed at promoting cultural understanding, increased student engagement by 15%. These collaborations highlight Orikami Lab’s expertise in delivering innovative, scalable solutions that align with the UAE’s cultural preservation and digital transformation goals.