Win AED100,000 For Your Art On Dubai's Burj Khalifa

Dubai-based property giant Emaar has launched a competition offering AED100,000 (i.e. more than US$27,000) to a UAE-based creative whose design will be projected onto the façade of one of the company’s most iconic properties, Burj Khalifa—the tallest building in the world.

The contest, which shall be accepting entries from May 6-26, 2025, will thus offer artists, designers, and creatives in the UAE a chance to leave their mark on one of the world’s most celebrated landmarks, while also sharing their vision with a global audience.

In a statement, Mohamed Alabbar, founder of Emaar, said, "At Emaar, we believe that talent knows no boundaries. Burj Khalifa stands not only as a symbol of human achievement, but also as a canvas for creativity and innovation — open to everyone with a talent to share.”

“Through initiatives like this, we reaffirm our commitment to nurturing creativity and providing a platform where ideas can reach new heights,” Alabbar continued. “We are proud to open our doors to every dreamer, artist, and innovator, offering them the opportunity to contribute to our collective story of achievement."

Participants will be required submit original projection videos or animations that reflect Dubai’s spirit of innovation, creativity, and cultural vibrancy. Submissions must feature dynamic visual content up to three minutes in length, while also meeting specific technical requirements to align with the Burj Khalifa’s advanced projection system.

The full technical specifications for the design submission—including resolution, format, and mapping guidelines—as well as complete terms and conditions, are available at www.burjkhalifa.ae/open-call. Submissions must be sent to [email protected], accompanied by a short concept description explaining the inspiration and story behind the design.