Dom Art Projects, a new private art institution in Dubai, opened its doors on 27 November 2025, introducing a fresh, female-led platform dedicated to discovery, research, and curatorial experimentation. Located in Al Khayat Avenue within the Al Quoz Creative Zone, the institution expands Dubai’s growing cultural ecosystem and reinforces the city’s commitment to supporting independent, community-centred initiatives. Conceived as a ‘home’ for the culturally curious, Dom Art Projects seeks to build meaningful exchange between artists and audiences, nurturing dialogue and a sense of belonging.
Founded by Alisa Bagdonaite and Anna Pumpyanskaya, the institution presents museum-grade exhibitions and installations by emerging and mid-career artists, alongside a residency programme housing three dedicated studios. Its year-round public programme includes artist-led workshops, talks, and guided tours, with plans to establish a publishing arm and what will become Dubai’s first dedicated art and culture bookshop. Together, these elements create an environment where production, research, and learning are woven into the institution’s core.
Collaboration stands at the centre of Dom Art Projects’ vision. In partnership with Bayt AlMamzar, the institution has launched an open call inviting emerging UAE-based artists to apply for a residency studio. The initiative reflects Dom Art Projects’ commitment to supporting new voices and fostering cross-institutional relationships across the UAE’s creative field.
The opening weekend, that ran from 27 to 29 November, introduced the public to the new space through a series of exhibitions, installations, studio tours, and conversations. The inaugural programme centred on the concept of time; a theme that resonates with the institution’s name, as ‘dom’ in Arabic conveys the idea of continuity or ‘always’. Japanese artist Michiko Tsuda presented an immersive installation exploring the multiplicity of presence in an age shaped by new media, while ::vtol::’s Takir examines geological time through the story of the Aral Sea’s disappearance. Both projects reflect the institution’s curatorial ethos, which is research-driven, cross-cultural, and deeply engaged with questions that extend beyond the present moment.
With its exhibitions, residencies, bookshop, and collaborative approach, Dom Art Projects introduces a new model for independent cultural infrastructure in Dubai, one shaped by curiosity, continuity, and a commitment to artistic exchange.