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  • Illusion Lamp II by KHALID SHAFAR

Illusion Lamp II by KHALID SHAFAR

BIG SEE Product Design Award 2026 – Winner, Functional Lighting and Atmosphere, Product design, United Arab Emirates|

ILLUSION transforms the vibrant pulse and dynamic energy of urban life into unexpected architectural furniture designs. Embodying the essence of energetic cities like Dubai, ILLUSION celebrates the kinetic diversity and vibrancy of metropolises through
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  • Como Lounge Caffe by S.DA / Studio Dua Abukhalaf

Como Lounge Caffe by S.DA / Studio Dua Abukhalaf

BIG SEE Interior Design Award 2026 – Winner, Hospitality, Interior, United Arab Emirates|

Como Lounge Café marks the brand’s first branch in Dubai and its second location beyond Al Ain. The design carries a subtle reference to its origins, drawing inspiration from the natural landscapes of Al
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  • Tarabot Pavilion

Tarabot Pavilion

Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Public / open space and landscape, United Arab Emirates|

Tarabot, a sustainable pavilion showcased at COP28 in Dubai in 2023, was a groundbreaking architectural marvel that redefined sustainability through innovative natural materials, intelligent design, and cultural awareness. At the heart of this regenerative
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  • House o

House o

Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Residential – renovation, United Arab Emirates|

The renovation of House O in Jumeirah 3, Dubai, aimed to transform an unremarkable and dated house into a modern, contemporary residence, overcoming significant design challenges along the way. The objective was to tailor
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  • I Really Don’t Know | Pop-up installation at MOTB 2024

I Really Don’t Know | Pop-up installation at MOTB 2024

Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2025 - Winner, Public / open space and landscape, United Arab Emirates|

IRDK Coffee Shop: A Journey of Exploration and Creativity This project transforms the “I Really Don’t Know” (IRDK) coffee shop in Abu Dhabi into an innovative art space designed to engage and inspire indecisive
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  • Sofitel The Obelix

Sofitel The Obelix

BIG SEE Interior Design Award 2025 – Winner, Hospitality, Interior, United Arab Emirates|

The two Ambassador suites and the Imperial suite at the Sofitel ‘The Obelix’ hotel in Wafi City, Dubai, occupy the 47th, 48th, and 49th floors of an iconic building in the city’s skyline. Studio
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  • Vatoz

Vatoz

BIG SEE Product Design Award 2024 – Winner, Leisure and Play, Product design, Turkey, United Arab Emirates|

The Vatoz, a groundbreaking 10-meter foiler, represents a visionary collaboration with Enata, renowned for its pioneering approach to yacht design and technology. Elegantly inspired by the fluid form of the stingray, the Vatoz seamlessly blends
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  • Y12

Y12

BIG SEE Interior Design Award 2024 – Winner, Interior, Retail, United Arab Emirates|

XO Atelier, an award-winning boutique interiors firm celebrated for its sleek and minimalist aesthetic, embarked on a distinctive venture with the design of Y12 hairdressing salon in Dubai. The project, a departure from the
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  • Development of RTA Headquarter Offices

Development of RTA Headquarter Offices

BIG SEE Interior Design Award 2024 – Winner, Interior, United Arab Emirates, Workplace|

Roads & Transport Authority implemented the “Offices Development” project within the RTA main building to increase employees' happiness by applying and enhancing office space utilisation strategy, increasing the absorptive capacity to make better use
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  • Flonq Plus E

Flonq Plus E

BIG SEE Product Design Award 2023 – Winner, Personal Accessories and Lifestyle, Product design, United Arab Emirates|

Flonq Plus E vaping device was developed by Alfabet Labs to provide not only aesthetics but also safety and environmentally friendly features. The device's design was inspired by the Steinway Tower, a razor-sharp skyscraper
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  • Flonq Alpha

Flonq Alpha

BIG SEE Product Design Award 2023 – Winner, Personal Accessories and Lifestyle, Product design, United Arab Emirates|

Flonq Alpha was the first vaping device developed by Alfabet Labs company. The device has a minimalistic premium design with adult-oriented elements. Flonq Alpha design draws inspiration from simple and sustainable natural shapes. The
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  • Intelligent Traffic Management Centre – Al Barsha

Intelligent Traffic Management Centre – Al Barsha

Architecture, BIG SEE Architecture Award 2023 - Winner, Government Buildings, United Arab Emirates|

Dubai Intelligent Traffic Management Centre was the first venue of its kind to manage traffic operations under a bright dome. It is an iconic organic structure that conveys the feeling of protection and control.
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