This October Dubai will host the 21st annual INDEX, the largest international design exhibition of the Middle East and North Africa regions. At this year's INDEX the 3rd annual Contemporary Majlis Competition will announce their winners.

The majlis is the sitting/hosting/socializing space in a traditional Arabic home, the counterpart to a Western living room, where the emphasis is on comfort, conversation and interaction. Explains INDEX Event Director Paula Al Chami, "The Majlis concept is especially relished by the younger generation who look for an environment that celebrates Arab culture, but at the same time embraces innovation and contemporary style."

Six finalists have been chosen from over 60 submissions, but their designs remain under wraps. The winners will be announced on October 22nd.