identity Design Awards 2023 shortlist: Architecture
Shortlist revealed for the Architecture categories for identity Design Awards 2023
identity is pleased to announce the shortlist for the ninth annual identity Design Awards which is set to take place on 15 November at Palazzo Versace, Dubai.
The Architecture sub-categories include Cultural Building, Hospitality and Residential. The jury will also be choosing an overall Design of the Year – Architecture project which will be announced during the event.
You can now reserve your seats for the event. Email [email protected]
Here is the full shortlist for Architecture:
Commercial
- DIFC Living by LWK + PARTNERS
- BBT Hilltop by TAEP / AAP
- The Point, Abha by DLR Group
Cultural Building
- Interactive Art Installation by Kart Group
- Nur Sultan Grand Mosque by Dewan Architects + Engineers
- Ethr at Al Ain Oasis by Ethr
Hotel
- Buruj Hotel by DLR Group
- Radisson Beach Resort Palm Jumeirah by LW
- Superyacht by Nomad 101
Residential
- Villa Chanel by Smart Renovation
- House of Courtyards by Studio VDGA
- Villa 3 by Orange Design Group
- House in Faiha by Studio Toggle
- Beach Villa by Atelier Design N Domai (ADND)
- Ghaf Majilis by etereo Design
- Mulchandani Villa by MKDP
Public Building
- New Building – Dubai College by GAJ
- Winter Garden by tangramGULF
- LAÏLA Hotel Tribute Portfolio by MMAC Design Associates
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