{"id":71190,"date":"2021-06-28T09:00:27","date_gmt":"2021-06-28T09:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.covethouse.eu\/blog\/?p=71190"},"modified":"2021-06-30T16:28:11","modified_gmt":"2021-06-30T16:28:11","slug":"godwin-austen-johnson-architecture-interior-design-middle-east","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.covethouse.eu\/blog\/godwin-austen-johnson-architecture-interior-design-middle-east\/","title":{"rendered":"Godwin Austen Johnson: Middle East’s architecture and interior design"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Godwin Austen Johnson<\/strong><\/em><\/span> (GAJ) is one of the largest and longest-established UK architectural and design practices, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates<\/strong>. With more than 140 employees from over 20 different countries, their award-winning multidisciplinary practice has dedicated Architecture<\/strong>, Interior Design<\/strong>, MEP<\/strong>, and Specialist Lighting<\/strong> divisions and particular expertise in hospitality<\/strong>, education<\/strong>, commercial<\/strong>, residential,<\/strong> and master planning<\/strong> throughout the Middle East<\/strong> and North Africa.<\/p>\r\n

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VIDA CREEK HARBOUR\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\n

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Throughout our history, which spans 30 years, Godwin Austen Johnson<\/strong> has created some of the Emirate\u2019s most iconic buildings, including the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club<\/strong>, Bab Al Shams,<\/strong> and the Arabian Court Residence & Spa<\/strong> at The One & Only Royal Mirage<\/strong>, Dubai<\/strong><\/em>. They remain committed to the belief that the quality of the built environment is an essential part of the economic and cultural fabric of society, in which the very best architectural approach plays a central and intrinsic role.<\/p>\r\n

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AL SEEF HERITAGE HOTEL<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\n

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The Al Seef Heritage Hotel<\/strong> is located within the Al Seef area of Dubai Creek<\/strong>. This project represents Dubai\u2019s traditions embracing the past through experiences deeply rooted in Emirati culture and heritage. A sense of location was the inspiration behind the concept of this Godwin Austen Johnson\u2019s interior design project<\/strong>. Furniture and fittings are in dark contrasting woods and woven fabrics exhibit the local natural dye colors and landscapes. The spaces combine a modern lifestyle<\/strong> with local influences, representing Dubai\u2019s rich historical legacy.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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SERENIA RESIDENCES<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\n

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Serenia Residences<\/strong> concept was prepared by WSW Architects, and Godwin Austen Johnson<\/strong> was chosen by Palma Holding<\/strong>, the client, to redesign this luxurious development. Located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah<\/strong>, the interiors embrace the surroundings, in both open planning and materials, whilst still reflecting the vibrant modern city on its doorstep.<\/p>\r\n

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HILTON GARDEN INN<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\n

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The design concept<\/strong> of this hotel<\/strong> was to create a natural, fluid, and welcoming environment, given the feeling of being surrounded by a contemporary interpretation of a garden.\u00a0 Godwin Austen Johnson\u2019s<\/strong> team brought the Middle Eastern<\/strong> traditional influences to this project too, with the use of certain traditional colors<\/strong>, textures<\/strong>, and materials.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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THE CHEDI AL BAIT<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\n

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Godwin Austen Johnson<\/strong> was tasked with the redevelopment of five historical buildings in Sharjah respecting the heritage area and buildings and maintaining the traditional urban fabric of the old Sharjah city.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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DUBAI COLLEGE \u2013 THE SPACE<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\n

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Godwin Austen Johnson<\/strong> was responsible for completing the new Sports & Performing Arts Centre of Excellence<\/strong> (The SPACE) of the Dubai College<\/strong>. SPACE is the most ambitious project of the planned upgrade of the school to date. Located on a condensed part of the site at the back of the campus, the project required the demolition of the existing swimming pool and sports hall.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

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