"In terms of hard infrastructure, during the early part of 2014 we will deliver our first milestone, which will provide an experiential reference for the overall vision of Dubai Design District," she said. "The main thrust of the project-related work in 2014 will be completing the 10 buildings that make up the 'core' of D3." Al Rustamani revealed Tecom has started accepting space bookings for various types of use including creative offices, ateliers and workshops. She added that the project has attracted interest from international players as well as those from the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) countries. "We have already begun licensing companies and they will operate from one of Tecom's other free zone business parks until the D3 site is ready for move-in," she said. Meanwhile, the Dubai Design and Fashion Council will be in operation by the end of the first quarter of 2014, she said. Sheikh Mohammad issued a decree to set up the council in 2013 in a move to support talent and promote creativity in Dubai.