Bahrain World Trade Center launches first Instagram photography competition

This is the first online photography competition launched by BWTC.

Submissions for the competition are scheduled to commence from today, 8th May to 1st June 2013.

Instagram and Facebook are the photo oriented social networking sites which will be used as tools for participants to post their snaps.

An exclusive BWTC Committee will be tasked with shortlisting the top 20 photographs, which will be uploaded on BWTC Instagram and Facebook pages. The general public will be given the opportunity to vote for their favorite photographs during the voting period from 3rd June to 1st July.

The winning entries will be selected from the top 20 photographs which will be shortlisted by the judges. The first three entries which receive the highest votes will win an exclusive smartphone - IPhone 5 and a MODA Mall gift voucher worth BD100.

In addition, shoppers and visitors to the MODA Mall will have a unique opportunity to view the top 40 photographs at an exclusive MODA Mall Art Gallery which will be held in the Fashion Court from 6th June till 1st July 2013.

Commenting on the announcement Mr. Kevin Kurpierz, General Manager of Cushman & Wakefield said, "As part of our marketing strategy and in keeping with the current trend in social media, this year we wanted to open the opportunity for Bahrain's talent. With mobile photography on the rise and with more than 130% of mobile penetration in Bahrain, this photography competition provides an ideal platform to target both local Bahrainis and expatriates living on the island and at the same time creates more awareness of the Bahrain World Trade Center, a testament of sustainable architecture. We eagerly look forward to seeing how new and experienced photographers present their reflections of the state-of-the-art twin power- towers and will endeavor to do our best to promote their work."

The BWTC is a mixed use development in the Kingdom of Bahrain that houses state-of-the-art towers designed for commercial use. It is also at the forefront of sustainable development in the Kingdom with the first ever integrated wind turbine power generating capability. The imposing structure stands as an iconic landmark representing Bahrain's commitment as an emerging country to the concept of environmental sustainability, alongside national prosperity.

In addition, to offering an exceptional opportunity for connectivity with the global business community, BWTC combines the essential elements of business and leisure with cutting-edge corporate offices and social amenities which includes the Kingdom's ultra-modern shopping destination.

MODA Mall is a high-end shopping mall, offering a veritable who's who of the global fashion community. Visitors to the Mall are presented with a choice of more than 150 designer brand name boutiques previously unattainable in the Kingdom of Bahrain; including De Beers, Dior, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, and Versace.

Other facilities housed at the mixed-use development is the state-of-the-art, international health club Fitness First, and a range of casual and fine dining restaurants, including, Abd El Wahab, BiCE Ristorante, Espressamente Illy Café and Maki.

Offering a 1,700 space car park shared with the adjoining Bahrain World Trade Center, MODA Mall is open all days of the week from 10 a.m. till 10 p.m. Brand conscious shoppers can enjoy the free car parking facility as MODA Mall offers complimentary car parking for the first two hours. After the allotted time, customers can continue to enjoy unlimited free parking by submitting their purchase receipt of BD 10/- and above (from any of MODA Mall outlets) as a FREE exit pass to the parking cashier.