Prize(s) Honorable Mentions
Lighting Design/Product Company UMAYA Lighting Design
Lead Designers Alex Shaw
Architecture Company BSBG
Interior Design Company Gensler
Client Sweid & Sweid
Photo Credits Sweid & Sweid
Completion Date November, 2021
Project Location Dubai, UAE.
Entry Description
The lighting design for Visa’s flagship headquarters in Dubai is conceived as an integrated element of the spatial narrative, where illumination transforms every area into an experience. The scheme expertly marries architectural expression with adaptive technology. Inside, a layered approach deploys tunable white LED lighting to foster circadian rhythms and energize the workspace. A seamless blend of direct and indirect lighting creates balanced atmospheres—energizing open work areas while offering refined, adjustable illumination in private meeting rooms and focus areas. In the Innovation Center and University Campus, immersive accent and ambient lighting heighten engagement and dynamically respond to different activities, enhancing presentations and interactive sessions. Externally, a sophisticated interplay of dynamic and static façade lighting highlights key architectural features and reinforces brand identity, while carefully positioned landscape lighting creates a graceful transition between interior and outdoor spaces.
Sustainability ApproachThe project’s sustainable strategy is built on energy-efficient LED fixtures and smart control systems that optimize natural light usage. Automated lighting solutions reduce energy consumption and environmental impact, ensuring that every lighting decision contributes to a lower carbon footprint. This forward-thinking approach to resource management underscores a commitment to environmental stewardship while enhancing overall design performance.
