identity Design Awards 2020 shortlist: Interior Design – Public Space

identity is pleased to announce the shortlist for the sixth annual identity Design Awards 2020, which is set to take place on 4 November in Dubai, UAE.

Over the coming weeks, we will be releasing this year’s shortlisted projects.

The Interior Design – Public Space recognises any interior space that is open to public use, including spaces for education, shopping as well as cultural and entertainment activities.

Here is the full shortlist for Interior Design – Public Space: 

Amzan by Nakkash Design Studio – Sharjah, UAE 

NAKKASH Design Studio has completed the AMZAN bookstore in Sharjah‘s Al Qasba neighbourhood, creating a minimal multifunctional space designed to allow the books to take centre stage. The literal translation of ‘Amzan’ from Arabic to English is Nimbostratus, a word that derives from the Latin ‘nimbus’ meaning rain and ‘stratus’, meaning to spread out. AMZAN is designed to reference the analogy between the nourishing power of rain and the spread of knowledge from books. The concept and subtle manifestation of rain within the design language reveals itself through the carefully selected clear and reflective materials that are offset with patterned concrete tiles and light wood that alleviate the space and create an added sense of serenity to the overall environment.

HOB by H2R Design – Abu Dhabi, UAE

H2R Design had created a distinctive luxury retail destination in Abu Dhabi, honouring the local influences of the region. The interiors are thoughtfully planned with bold architectural details and regal colours .Aspiring to create a space that appeals to all the senses, HOB captures the customer immediately as they approach the store, creating an impactful experience that continues to unfold in a journey through the store, leaving a strong impression long after visitors have left.

Purity by L.S. Design – Dubai, UAE 

L.S. Design was briefed  to repurpose a dilapidated villa into the new regional company headquarters for Purity without losing the charm of the original modernist building. This was a challenge as most of the building had to be strategically and rebuilt only saving only the original columns, foundation and partial ceiling slab. The design brief was to showcase the all the product offerings comfortably within both indoor and outdoor spaces with an area for staff to relax and work. The main interior design feature is the massive central sky light at the heart of the villa. This skylight sits above the primary show kitchen and is surrounded by the different compositions of furniture configurations, dining, formal, and informal seating.

Tamazoj by DMJ Team – Abu Dhabi, UAE

The Pavilion is a temporary structure erected at Abu Dhabi Art for the duration of the Fair, providing a space for galleries ,collectors and artists to come together in an informal setting. The structure will serve as the Box Office, entrance, and lounge area to the annual Art Fair at Manarat Al Saadiyat. The project must follow the visual campaign of the 2019 event which is by Emirati artist Ebtisam Abdulaziz called “Life in a Bag” where the artist conducts impromptu scans of handbags and documents their contents. The pavilion makes a statement toward a new future of co-existence with nature in the UAE while redefining what “green” spaces are in interior design.