June 2021 Vol.17 Issue 06 An ITP Media Group Publication PLUS INSIDE THE OBELISK + HEALING HEALTHCARE DESIGN + PUBLIC SPACES SPECIAL JunJunJunJune 2e 2e 2e 2021021021 VoVoVoV l.1l.1l.17 I7 I7 Issussue 0e 0e 6 6 AAn In ITP TP MedMedddddddddddddddddddiiaaaaiiaaaia GroGroGGroGroGrooGroGroGroupuupup up upp PubPubPbPbPubPubPubP bPuPu licl ccciclicccatiatiatitiatiitononnnnnn PLUS INSIDE THE OBELISK + HEALING HEALTHCARE DESIGN + PUBLIC SPACES SPECIAL Ju ne 2 02 1 V ol.1 7 Is su e 0 6 The essential guide for Middle East interior design professionals COMMERCIAL In te rior de si g n A n IT P M ed ia G ro up p ub lic atio nHANDWASHING POWERHOUSE Create a hygienic, touchfree handwashing experience anywhere in your facility with Bradley’s new suite of Express® Lavatory Systems. Seamless construction and repairable solid surface material make Express Lavs the perfect upgrade to china sinks and fabricated countertops. Commercial washrooms brought to life. Watch the Express video at bradleycorp.com/express Economical Repairable Seamless Easy to install Easy to clean GLX SERIES TLX SERIESELX SERIESContents 3 June 2021 commercialinteriordesign.com IN THIS ISSUE NEWS & REGULARS 08 INDUSTRY LATEST The latest need-to-know for the month ahead in our news round-up 14 TRENDING: CHILD'S PLAY Exploring the design of public spaces and play areas around a post-pandemic world FEATURES 18 ULTIMATE SUPPLIERS From bathrooms to surfaces, we list the companies you can call on for all ID needs 32 EXPLORE THE OBELISK The look of Luxor at Dubai's new Sofi tel, with Art Deco interiors by WA International 36 TALK THE TALK A procurement specialist walks us through the pinch points of product sourcing 14 32Contents commercialinteriordesign.com June 2021 4 SPECIAL REPORT 38 PROBING HEALTHCARE New designs, new reality for commercial interiors in the healthcare market 40 CLINIC CASE STUDY Medicine and emotions meet at a specialist fertility centre by FAAB 42 ASK THE DOCTOR Linen supply service on how healthcare standards infl uence hospitality aesthetics 44 CREATED WITH CARE The positive impact of design on patient outcomes at Dubai's new diabetes centre 46 TREND ANALYSIS Insight with regional focus on evolving healthcare design and architecture 48 BEST PRACTICE Nautical nets make a fresh addition to Jordan Hoareau's dental clinic redesign WORLD VIEW 50 PRODUCT FOCUS What's production ready from Hungary's fi rst design LAB programme 54 MEXICO STYLE Inside vibrant fashion store Wavey by Mexico City designer Andrés Gutiérrez LAST WORD 58 OBJECTS OF DESIRE Architect Mustafa Khamash with a refi ned selection of seats both modern and retro 40 48 50MARBLE GRANITE QUARTZITE ONYX TRAVERTINE QUARTZ PRECIOUS STONE Surface Solutions, Designed By Nature www.glaze.ae/ Staturio MarbleEditor's letter commercialinteriordesign.com June 2021 6 Jane O'Neill Editor Sunny side up Blue Line Park in South Korea by Migliore + Servetto Architects Summer's here and our cover for June is infused with sunshine vibes. The cover feature for this edition shines light on the top suppliers that you need on speed dial. To put this together, we canvassed the industry directly to fi nd out who they recommended and referenced February's Powerlist too. Our special report for this month is a sector that's also been in the spotlight in recent times – healthcare. From the sensitive and welcoming design of a fertility clinic in Poland to processes behind designing a unique centre for diabetes patients in the UAE, it's a fascinating insight into how this part of design is developing post-COVID. Public leisure spaces have also undergone huge changes in aesthetics and function over the last 12-months plus. In the new edition we examine how this presents in the design of play areas both in the region and around the world. Summer is a great time to reboot and refresh, which is just what we've done with our new products page. It's back with a selection of stunning and innovative pieces from Hungary's fi rst design lab programme, including a smart pet house. Finally, I really look forward to seeing you all at our annual quiz, which this month returns in a safe and socially- distant format. Turn to our design news pages to fi nd out more. Published by and © 2021 ITP MEDIA GROUP FZ-LLC. PO Box 500024, Dubai, UAE Tel: +971 4 444 3000 www.itp.com Offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, London & Mumbai ITP MEDIA GROUP CEO Ali Akawi Managing Director Alex Reeve EDITORIAL Editor Jane O'Neill Tel: +971 4 444 3626 email: jane.oneill@itp.com ART Art Editor Gerald Du email: gerald.du@itp.com Junior Designer Junemar Tulipas email: junemar.tulipas@itp.com ADVERTISING Commercial Director Sally Whittam Tel: +971 4 444 3348 email: sally.whittam@itp.com Sales Director, Hospitality & Design Rebecca Lockwood Tel: +971 4 444 3268 email: rebecca.lockwood@itp.com ITP LIVE General Manager Ahmad Bashour Tel: +971 4 444 3549 email: ahmad.bashour@itp.com PHOTOGRAPHY Senior Photographers Efraim Evidor Staff Photographers Aasiya Jagadeesh, Fritz Asuro, Ajith Narendra PRODUCTION & DISTRIBUTION Group Production & Distribution Director Kyle Smith Production Manager Basel Al Kassem Production Coordinator Manoj Mahadevean CIRCULATION Distribution & Warehouse Manager Praveen Nair MARKETING Director of Awards & Marketing Daniel Fewtrell ITP GROUP CEO: Ali Akawi CFO: Toby Jay Spencer-Davies Subscribe online at www.itp.com/subscriptions The publishers regret that they cannot accept liability for error or omissions contained in this publication, however caused. The opinions and views contained in this publication are not necessarily those of the publishers. Readers are advised to seek specialist advice before acting on information contained in this publication which is provided for general use and may not be appropriate for the reader's particular circumstances. The ownership of trademarks is acknowledged. No part of this publication or any part of the contents thereof may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form without the permission of the publishers in writing. An exemption is hereby granted for extracts used for the purpose of fair review.tFind out at the CID Quiz. How many designers does it take to change a lightbulb? ROUND SPONSORVENUE PARTNERGOLD SPONSORROUND SPONSOR visit www.commercialinteriordesign.com/CIDquiz WEDNESDAY 23RD JUNE 2021 MCGETTIGAN’S, DUBAI WORLD TRADE CENTRE FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND TABLES SALES PLEASE CONTACT: REBECCA LOCKWOOD SALES DIRECTOR +971 55 484 8301 rebecca.lockwood@itp.com CID QUIZ_rev2.indd 801/06/2021 12:08:00Design news commercialinteriordesign.com June 2021 8 D Design Week (DDW) is coming back in November 2021. The seventh instalment of the annual arts event will run from November 8 to 13 and will once again be held at Dubai Design District (d3). Organisers are now accepting submissions for a number of open sections of DDW that focus on the UAE's creative talent and sustainability through regenerative and circular design. The overall theme is 'rethinking the regular'. Any creative studios, individuals, institutions and organisations, as well as manufacturers and makers, are asked to contact the DDW team with innovative ideas to take part in this year’s edition. Ideas should be for multi-disciplinary collaborations, pop-up exhibitions, cultural showcases, installations or unique digital experiences, talks, workshops or masterclasses. Projects that have a plan for its afterlife or that are circular, sustainable or zero-waste will be prioritised. Say hello again to Dubai Design Week as dates released for 2021 edition DDW open calls are awaiting applications from the UAE's creative talent Deadline to submit proposals is Thursday June 30, 2021. Highlights that have been confi rmed so far include an open call to take part in Abwab 2021, boutique showcase Downtown Editions and UAE Designer Exhibition 2.0, an exhibition that will offer centre stage to a young generation of creatives in their early career. There'll also be activations around the city and digitally. Find out more by visiting www.dubaidesignweek.ae UAE Minister of Culture and Youth, Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, at DDW with artist Khalid Shafar Manufactured in Spain Over 50 years of experience in plumbing solutions that are easy to install and maintain while delivering consistent performance.Next >