EVENTS / EXHIBITIONS
We believe events should be powerful occasions that bring people together to network and exchange ideas. One of our main strengths is our extensive network of influential contacts and our ability to connect creatives with the right media, manufacturers, retailers and clients. We work with designers and manufacturers to develop interesting, stimulating and memorable exhibitions, installations and gatherings.
OUR SCOPE OF WORK
Concept creation and development
Curation
Collaborations
Invitations and guest lists
Project management
Public relations
‘DESIGNED FOR SHARING’ EXHIBITION, GALLERIA MALL, ABU DHABI, 2021
DESIGNED FOR SHARING DUBAI DESIGN WEEK 2020
Designed for Sharing is a charity design initiative of leading Italian mosaic firm Fantini Mosaici.
During Dubai Design Week 2020, the 'Designed for Sharing Exhibition' showcased stunning mosaic tables, hand-made by Fantini Mosaici artisans and featuring designs by 17 hand-picked UAE residents from various backgrounds, including artists, sports personalities, journalists, architects, photographers, designers and entrepreneurs. Supported by the Embassy of Italy to the United Arab Emirates and leading lighting brand Artemide, the unique exhibition later transferred to the Galleria Mall in Abu Dhabi as part of their 'I am UAE' initiative. The proceeds were donated to the Emirates Red Crescent Society. The exhibition was co-curated and managed by Catherine Belbin Communications.
‘DESIGNED FOR SHARING’ EXHIBITION, DUBAI DESIGN WEEK, 2020
BAFCO INAUGURATION AND GLOBAL PRODUCT LAUNCH
Dubai’s leading office furniture importer and manufacturer, BAFCO, recently joined forces with pioneeringfurniture giant Kano, establishing an exclusive new partnership in the UAE.
The two companies celebrated their partnership with the global launch of a high-tech chair, part of a new collection designed by award-winning Italian architect Claudio Bellini.
Kano dealers from all over the world gathered in Dubai for the official unveiling of the Norman chair. The new product was revealed by Claudio Bellini, Creative Director - Kano, at the newly renovated 1,000-square metre BAFCO showroom.
During the launch event, Milan-based Bellini spoke about the latest trends in interiors and furnishings as observed at the recent Salone del Mobile, eld during Milan Design Week 2022.
Maurizio Burrato, Colour & Texture Consultant and General Manager of Interprint, shared his in-depth knowledge of printing and creating high-tech décor materials for the industry.
CBC contributed to the organisation of this global launch event by providing event management advice, editorial support, PR services, photographic/videography services and a master of ceremonies.
BAFCO SHOWROOM AND GLOBAL PRODUCT LAUNCH, DUBAI, 2022
DOWNTOWN DESIGN 2021, DUBAI
Fantini Mosaici's stunning artisanal mosaics took centre stage at Downtown Design 2021, the Middle East's premier design fair in Dubai. The NIU-designed 'Thru' was an impressive archi-art entrance featuring contemporary urban cityscape elements adorned with Fantini Mosaici's exquisite mosaics and lighting from Artemide. The installation's focal point was a sizeable mosaic-clad caricature representing a design muse.
The concept was co-curated by Catherine Belbin Communications to create an installation featuring dramatic and intriguing mosaic elements that reconnected and reinvigorated the A&D community. Built using sustainable materials, 'Thru' was an interactive, multifunctional architectural passageway - a meeting place that celebrated Dubai's post-pandemic design boom and led to and from the fair's main door.
‘THRU’ ARCHI-ART MAIN ENTRANCE INSTALLATION, DOWNTOWN DESIGN, 2021
