Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), witnessed the launch of the ‘Urban Think Tank & Design Lab’ (D.M-ULab), an innovative collaborative design platform introduced by Dubai Municipality. The lab brings together thinkers, practitioners, real estate developers, researchers, and community members to explore advanced technologies and research in urban planning and design. The new lab introduces a pioneering approach to setting standards in urban design, renewal, and city planning. Participatory DesignHis Excellency Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said: “Through the Urban Think Tank & Design Lab (D.M-U.Lab), Dubai aims to become a global hub for design, bringing together experts, researchers, thinkers, and partners from the public and private sectors, as well as universities, to develop innovative urban solutions. Urban Renewal ProjectDubai Municipality has also announced the launch of the first project under the Urban Think Tank & Design Lab, focusing on urban renewal in the city’s older residential areas.