Design Open Call

Introduction:

Mishkal Project invites you to apply for production grants to participate in the inaugural edition of Ramallah Design Week 2026, where the timeless beauty of Palestinian cultural heritage meets the modern designs of the future.

This inaugural design week will focus on the deeply rooted Palestinian traditions, empowering emerging and professional designers to reimagine and reinvent the past through innovative and sustainable designs. This unique opportunity is a platform to showcase works that combine authenticity and creativity and emphasizes the Palestinian identity in innovative and impactful ways. 

The selected projects will be part of a cultural event that reflects how spectacular the Palestinian heritage is, showcasing the power of design in shaping the future. Through this transformative open call, we invite you to contribute to the celebration of Palestinian design by merging contemporary creativity with heritage craftsmanship, inspiring future generations, and bridging our rich heritage and future aspirations.

We are seeking designs that are innovative, unprecedented, and that explore unexplored intersections of culture and design. Whether by using cutting-edge technologies, collaborative efforts, or new forms of artistic expression, we invite submissions that push the boundaries of traditional interpretations and present fresh, dynamic approaches to Palestinian heritage.

Mishkal aims to promote art and culture as a means of preserving Palestinian cultural heritage, strengthening cultural identity, and supporting entrepreneurs and creatives in the fields of art and culture throughout Palestine.

The MISHKAL "Perform, Produce, Design" project is funded by the European Union and managed by the Goethe-Institut and the British Council in Palestine.

Theme

Palestine boasts a rich and vibrant history, brimming with intricate crafts, artistic expressions, and a profound cultural heritage. The Palestine/Ramallah Design Week 2026 seeks projects that embody this fusion, creating fresh narratives around heritage while embracing contemporary design principles.

This is a unique opportunity to reflect on our past, reinterpret our traditions, and transform them into innovative works that resonate with the future. Whether through fashion, product design, architecture, jewellery, graphic design, illustration, or any other medium, we invite you to explore new ways to express Palestinian identity with a modern touch.

Join us on this creative journey, where design becomes a bridge connecting our rich heritage with our future aspirations. Let’s reimagine Palestinian culture together, through innovative design that honours our history and inspires future generations.

This is more than just a call for submissions—it’s a movement. Let’s come together to celebrate Palestinian heritage, harness the power of design to preserve our cultural identity, and build a sustainable creative economy for the future. By merging tradition with innovation, we will create a new chapter in the story of Palestinian creativity.

We look forward to seeing your bold ideas and inspiring designs that will shape a brighter, more sustainable future for Palestine.