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  • Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre, Kuwait

    Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre, Kuwait

    The Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Centre encompasses four museums: the Natural History Museum, Science and Technology Museum, Arabic Islamic Science Museum, Space Museum along with an extensive public realm.

    As Programme Manager, Debra was responsible for Cultural Innovations’ project management plan and the delivery schedule for the design and implementation phases of 23 galleries and ancillary spaces. She worked closely with the design director and team leaders, continuously reviewing progress and updating master and gallery-specific programmes. Debra also managed the rigorous value engineering process led by Beck Interiors, overseeing change control and coordinating specialist subcontractors. Additionally, she attended client progress meetings in Kuwait alongside Beck Interiors.

    Images: Cultural Innovations and © David Copeman Photography


  • Dubai Duty Free Vendors Dubai International Airport

    Dubai Duty Free Vendors Dubai International Airport

    For RCD, Debra served as the primary external client liaison for all major global retail brands installing in Dubai Airports for Dubai Duty Free. She managed reviews of concept and technical design submissions, overseeing more than 200 brand installations within a tight 12-month programme. Working closely with Dubai Duty Free Senior Management, she guided brands in developing design proposals that aligned with Dubai Duty Free guidelines and merchandising standards. Additionally, she played a key role in creating the Dubai Duty Free Vendor Design Manual and led an internal team of CAD draughtsmen to develop vendor design packs for distribution to brands. Debra also ensured compliance with Dubai Airport’s health and safety standards while providing ongoing technical support.

    Images: © Debra Maplesden Limited