Strengthening automotive projects with new regional presence
- frankstephenson Design announces collaboration with UAE-based W Motors, advancing its renewed focus on automotive design
- A permanent studio will be established within W Motors’ Dubai facility, expanding frankstephenson Design’s presence in the Middle East, which includes the relocation of a Senior Designer to the UAE.
- The strategic partnership will focus on developing high-impact custom automotive projects that combine cutting-edge design with engineering expertise
Dubai, United Arab Emirates. June 2025 – frankstephenson Design, the visionary design studio founded by legendary automotive designer Frank Stephenson, has today announced strategic partnership with W Motors, the UAE-based high-performance luxury sports car manufacturer and mobility solutions provider, marking a major step forward in the studio’s renewed focus on automotive innovation and its expansion into the Middle East.
The partnership will see frankstephenson Design and W Motors collaborate on a number of high-impact automotive projects, combining their shared commitment to forward-thinking design and engineering excellence. As part of this alliance, frankstephenson Design will be establishing a permanent design presence in the W Motors HQ in Dubai, with a dedicated space within its Mobility Centre of Excellence. This includes the immediate strategic deployment of a Senior Designer to the UAE.
This move reinforces frankstephenson Design’s renewed commitment to the automotive sector. While the collaboration remains firmly rooted in automotive innovation, it also positions the brand to establish a broader presence in the area.
“This partnership is a strategic step in growing our automotive design capabilities in a region that’s quickly becoming a key player in the industry,” said Frank Stephenson, Founder of frankstephenson Design. “W Motors brings valuable regional expertise and technical depth, while the UAE offers the infrastructure to drive real progress. Our aim is to shape the future of automotive design with bold, purposeful solutions for global clientele, and our work with W Motors will help us achieve that.”
With several high-profile projects already underway, frankstephenson Design and W Motors will soon host a series of exclusive design reveals and private events, offering an early glimpse at the groundbreaking automotive work born from this collaboration.
Ralph Debbas, W Motors’ CEO & Founder, commented, “We are delighted to announce our partnership with frankstephenson Design, a collaboration that marks an exciting milestone in our mission to develop the automotive industry in the region. Frank Stephenson is not only a legend in automotive design but also a true visionary whose creations have shaped some of the most iconic and celebrated vehicles of the modern era.
“Having Frank and his team onboard elevates the innovative design solutions we are offering to our clients. This partnership will also be instrumental as we expand beyond automotive into exciting ventures in sea and air mobility. Together, we aim to inspire the next generation of design talent and create a future of bold, groundbreaking achievements across multiple industries.”
This announcement represents a pivotal step in frankstephenson Design’s broader global strategy to realign with its automotive roots, with more to come as the studio builds its custom design presence in key markets.