The Small Enterprises Center (SEC), in partnership with Global Communities and Palestine Techno Park, has launched a first-of-its-kind competition for innovative furniture design. This initiative seeks to merge modern aesthetics with authentic Palestinian identity, challenging creatives to design furniture that is competitive, sustainable, and locally producible.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Design Competition
- For: Designers, architects, engineers, and creative teams in Palestine
- Key Benefits: Exposure, professional guidelines, and participation in the SMCGP program
- Application Deadline: February 8, 2026
- Location: Palestine
Competition Overview
The Creative Furniture Design Competition is part of the “Supporting the Competitiveness and Growth of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises in Palestine” (SMCGP) program, funded by the Swedish government. The goal is to discover and support creative talent capable of producing modern furniture that carries the “Palestinian spirit.” Organizers are specifically looking for designs that are not only artistic but also practical for the modern market—focusing on portability, ease of assembly, and green economy principles.
Eligibility Criteria
- Target Audience: Open to individual designers, architects, engineers, or creative teams.
- Design Requirements: Submissions must be modern, inspired by Palestinian identity, and locally producible.
- Functional Standards: Designs should be portable, flat-pack, and easy to assemble.
- Sustainability: Concepts must align with green economy principles and sustainability.
- Inclusivity: The program strongly encourages applications from women and underrepresented groups.
Competition Process
Following the initial application phase, qualified candidates will be contacted and provided with:
- A detailed competition brief and full project timeline.
- Specific technical guidelines and requirements for final submissions.
- Details on the next steps of the evaluation process.
How to Apply
Interested individuals or teams must complete the online registration form. The initial evaluation will be based on the quality and completeness of this application.
- Deadline: Sunday, February 8, 2026
- Application Link: Google Form – Creative Furniture Design Competition
About Palestine Techno Park
Palestine Techno Park is a non-profit organization that creates a vibrant ecosystem for technology-based entrepreneurship. By bridging the gap between academia and industry, the park provides infrastructure and business development services to help Palestinian startups and innovators compete on a global scale.
Learn More: Palestine Techno Park
