World Bazaar opens the UAE’s first outdoor furniture experience centre
World Bazaar launches UAE’s first luxury outdoor furniture experience centre for both residential and commercial spaces.
Located in Umm Suqeim, the 14,000sqft centre features an extensive range of unique and urban garden/ patio furniture and accessories from 10 European designer brands. Every collection emulates relaxed luxury resort living for both residential and commercial spaces.
“The launch of our truly unique and immersive experience centre marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our business, enabling us to connect with our international client base,” said Randip Dhingra, Founder, World Bazaar. “We are the only place in the UAE to offer the largest Collection of Luxury outdoor furnishing and accessories that combines durability, elevated style, and limitless design possibilities under one roof.”
World Bazaar UAE is set to become a destination for the homeowners, Landscape Contractors, Architects and Interior Designers looking for high-end outdoor furniture. The centre helps customers to visualise the space in real-time negating any use of renders or 3D modelling – serving as a lighthouse for individuals, thoughtful lifestyle designers and start-ups who want to bring their inspirational concepts to life before investing in the purchase. Their goal is to help in formulating residential and commercial furnishing solutions to maximise collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and promoting innovative ideas.
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Majid Al Futtaim opens its first hybrid cinema and family entertainment centre in the UAE
Majid Al Futtaim has opened its first hybrid cinema and family entertainment centre (FEC) in the UAE at Wafi City. The state-of-the-art entertainment hub spans two floors and comprises VOX Cinemas, the Middle East’s most innovative and fastest-growing exhibitor, integrated with Magic Planet, the regionally award-winning family entertainment centre.
VOX Cinemas Wafi City offers movie-goers an exceptional cinematic experience and boasts the first Samsung Onyx screen in the UAE. Backed by brilliant LED picture quality and an infinite contrast ratio, Samsung Onyx delivers a powerful, captivating and memorable experience through HDR (High Dynamic Range) graphics and clear sounds. The 15-screen multiplex also features cutting-edge audio-visual technology and a variety of VOX Cinemas’ signature concepts including KIDS, a colourful and dedicated auditorium for young movie lovers, MAX, an auditorium with a mega screen and Dolby Atmos surround sound technology as well as a reimagined VIP experience with luxury seating and in-seat dining.
The all-encompassing entertainment destination also features an array of F&B outlets to complement the experience including new concepts Candy Corner, where guests can indulge in a wide variety of sweet treats, and The Spotlight at Wafi City, which serves gourmet cuisine directly to guests’ seats. The décor in the thoughtfully appointed new culinary offering is imaginative and intriguing and truly immerses discerning film fans in a unique atmosphere that redefines luxury and the cinematic experience.
Ignace Lahoud, Chief Executive Officer of Majid Al Futtaim Cinemas and Majid Al Futtaim Leisure & Entertainment said: “We’re proud to collaborate with Wafi Group, which shares our vision for creating remarkable destinations and passion for excellence, to open our first hybrid cinema and family entertainment centre in the United Arab Emirates. Today’s customers are looking for more engaging and immersive ways to spend time with family and friends and, at Majid Al Futtaim, we are committed to staying ahead of the curve and finding innovative new ways to exceed evolving expectations. VOX Cinemas and Magic Planet at Wafi City have been designed as a holistic concept seamlessly integrating two recreational functions into one enriched experience and we’re very excited to welcome new guests and create great moments together.”
Sheikh Ahmed bin Mana bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, Deputy Chairman of Wafi Group added: “Majid Al Futtaim is synonymous with customer-focused and innovative experiences and, we are excited to partner with them to launch this world-class entertainment destination, which offers an exciting selection of immersive attractions for the whole family to enjoy. VOX Cinemas Wafi City takes the cinematic experience to the next level with a unique offering that goes beyond customers’ expectations and features the ultimate VIP experience.
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Design Infinity completes fit-out works for Zayed University’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre
Design Infinity has completed the fit-out for Zayed University’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre. The project spanning 30,000sqft is spread out across the first and mezzanine floor of Zayed University.
Pratap Mendonca, managing partner at Design Infinity, commented, “The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center was established in 2018 with a mandate to graduate student entrepreneurs as well as promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within Zayed University and we are happy to partner and support them with their plans for the young entrepreneurs of the region.”
Geetha Nayak, managing partner at Design Infinity, added, “While the design is done by HOK, Design Infinity was responsible for the complete turnkey fit-out, MEP & civil works for the Centre. This project is one of the most significant projects completed by us on time during the pandemic. We are very thankful to our Client for their constant support during the execution of this project. Without such teamwork, the project would not have been a success.”
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Design Infinity completes fit-out works for Zayed University’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre
Design Infinity has completed the fit-out for Zayed University’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre. The project spanning 30,000sqft is spread out across the first and mezzanine floor of Zayed University.
Pratap Mendonca, managing partner at Design Infinity, commented, “The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center was established in 2018 with a mandate to graduate student entrepreneurs as well as promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within Zayed University and we are happy to partner and support them with their plans for the young entrepreneurs of the region.”
Geetha Nayak, managing partner at Design Infinity, added, “While the design is done by HOK, Design Infinity was responsible for the complete turnkey fit-out, MEP & civil works for the Centre. This project is one of the most significant projects completed by us on time during the pandemic. We are very thankful to our Client for their constant support during the execution of this project. Without such teamwork, the project would not have been a success.”
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Havelock One completes the fit-out of Patchi outlet at Bahrain City Centre; manufactures bespoke units for the retail shop as well
Havelock One Interiors has successfully completed the retail shopfitting and manufacturing of bespoke units for Patchi’s boutique concept outlet at Bahrain City Centre.
Covering 2,530sqft on the first floor of the mall, the store design for the premium chocolate experience resembles an exclusive yet modern jewellery boutique with wall and tabletop glass cases filled with elegantly wrapped chocolate boxes.
“We are proud to have partnered with Patchi and collaborated with their project architect Parisotto + Formenton Architetti of Italy and MEP consultant SYDEN of Lebanon to meet the specifics of this delicacies store,” says Jihad Raad, Division Director, Bespoke Hospitality Manufacturing and Fit-Out at Havelock One.
The design vision of the Patchi brand turned fruitful by extending a collaborative approach between the brand managers and the interior design studio. The primary aim of Parisotto + Formenton Architetti was to create a contemporary retail, design-oriented space that frames and glorifies the excellence that Patchi represents in its field while addressing the expectations of their sophisticated clientele. With this objective in mind, the interior design architect aimed at celebrating the pleasure of tasting chocolates, of sharing and enjoying moments, as they believe sweet delights are a real luxury treat. Hence, the concept of the design includes a striking architectural box, emphasising the excellence that Patchi represents in the world of premium chocolates.
“We had the chance to be part of an evolution of the Patchi stores since 2015 with the addition of their dine-in cafes. This new style of point-of-sale offers Patchi the benefit to carry out the sale of chocolates/gifts. At the same time the concept integrates seating areas to offer the experience of enjoying desserts and chocolate-based drinks to customers for a full Patchi immersion,” says Antigone Acconci, Architect at Parisotto + Formenton.
The store design is enriched by a precise choice of materials that include Travertino Navona and Natural Oak for the flooring. The adaptation of different laying schemes and formats play together to form the design of the surface. The walls feature different treatments, flat or tridimensionality for a more dynamic look, and the space houses different libraries designed to offer a focused display, thus, to highlight the products on show.
“Chocolate is the most important protagonist on the stage of the counters that play the role of a glorifier for the range of Patchi chocolate products. Hence, the other most important element of the design was defining the atmosphere of the space, using light. We worked closely with the Italian lighting company Viabizzuno, mixing commercial products with custom-made fixtures especially designed for Patchi to ensure the right ambience,” adds Ms Acconci.
Havelock One’s joinery and fit-out teams collaborated to meet the specifics of Patchi Chocolate shop fittings amid COVID-19 mall closures. The illuminated brand sign on the black façade with the large glass panels mounted throughout the store invites shoppers to take a break and enjoy a treat. The shop fittings were completed with marble and wooden flooring, furnished with illuminated display tables and wall cabinets, giving the outlet a feel of luxury, elegance, and exclusivity.
Photographer: Jaffar Alhawachi, bMedia
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Losberger De Boer launches temporary large-scale vaccination centre solution
Losberger De Boer has delivered Germany’s first temporary large-scale vaccination centre to deliver the COVID-19 vaccine. The centre was designed and built by the temporary building specialist, who will deliver similar vaccination centres to additional locations in the coming days. The company, who is also located in the Middle East, indicates that it has the blueprint ready for a short-term, mass roll-out in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and other GCC countries.
In order to prevent the large-scale vaccination campaign from overloading the regular healthcare institutions, the German municipality of Recklinghausen commissioned temporary building specialist Losberger De Boer to design and install a mass vaccination centre. Within two weeks, the company built a 1900 square-metre centre, where 2000 people can be vaccinated each day. The building will be in use for six to twelve months and is one of the largest vaccination locations in the entire Nordrhein-Westfalen region, home to 18 million people.
Vaccinating in disinfected air
The vaccination centre is designed to allow a large flow of people to be vaccinated safely. It is equipped with a newly designed and innovative hygiene concept, which disinfects the air when the structure is not in use. This results in a completely sterile environment. The system also provides excellent ventilation. The centre is designed to ensure a fast flow and sufficient distance between visitors as well as between visitors and medical professionals. In combination with the hygiene system, this results in an extremely low contamination risk.
Safe workplace for care workers
The large-scale vaccination facility was designed by Losberger De Boer engineers, in close collaboration with healthcare professionals. The company indicates that it has a blueprint ready, which can be used to build a large number of vaccination centres in the Middle East in a matter of weeks. “The plan is ready,” Waleed Khaled, Losberger De Boer Middle East’s sales director, begins. “This vaccination centre is designed to allow more people to be vaccinated safely for longer periods of time than at regular vaccination locations. The design also provides a good, safe workplace for the care workers who carry out the vaccinations.”
Sufficient material for rapid roll-out
Because the centre consists of modular building structures, it can be adapted to each location. “We can adjust the scale to suit the location or local conditions,” says Khaled, indicating that the company is ready for a further roll-out. “We have sufficient materials and manpower available to install vaccination centres on a large scale in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and other GCC countries.”
Since the start of the pandemic, Losberger De Boer has adapted its structures to support healthcare professionals. Its buildings have been used worldwide as triage centres, emergency hospitals and test sites. Losberger De Boer is one of the largest providers of modular buildings and has offices in Fürfeld, Germany and the UAE.
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