The Base 39 Creative Accelerator is a program designed to support emerging creative talents in developing and prototyping their designs and in building scalable, product-led creative ventures with a strong focus on design, making and innovation.
Focus Areas
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Furniture Design
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Functional Art
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Lighting
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Outdoor & Urban Furniture
How the Base 39 Creative Accelerator Works
We receive your application and review it against the program criteria. Shortlisted applicants may be contacted to provide additional information if required.
A total of 20 participants will be shortlisted to join a structured accelerator journey combining mentorship, workshops, and hands-on development.
The program concludes with a final showcase, where participants present their work to a jury and compete for the AED 60,000 cash prize.
Opportunities for Creatives
→ Curated mentorship with designers, industry experts, and creative leaders
→ Hands-on support in product development, prototyping, and production readiness
→ Guidance on pricing, positioning, branding, and storytelling for creative products
→ Access to makerspaces, fabrication resources, and production support
→ Exposure to buyers, collectors, and potential investors
→Cash Prizes- Selected projects will compete for a total cash prize of AED 90,000, awarded at the end of the program as follows:
First Place: AED 60,000
Second Place: AED 20,000
Third Place: AED 10,000