Tim Martin
MANAGING DIRECTOR & PRINCIPAL
GENSLER MIDDLE EAST
WORKSPACE AWARDS is back, and the countdown has begun.
Workplaces have come a long way—from simple desks and papers to cutting-edge technology, ergonomic furniture, and spaces that foster productivity, creativity, and innovation. WORKSPACE AWARDS celebrates the innovations transforming how we work, from groundbreaking designs and wellness initiatives to sustainable office fit-outs, celebrating the transformative solutions that are shaping the future of work.
We're excited to announce that the WORKSPACE AWARDS will take place on the final day of the exhibition, 29th May. This is your chance to honor the incredible projects driving change in the GCC’s workspace industry.
With new categories, exclusive experiences, and inspiring moments, this year sets a new standard for workplace excellence.
COMPANY NAME | PROJECT | STATUS |
SPACEWELL INTERIORS | METLIFE (DAFZA, DUBAI, UAE) | [WINNER] |
XWORK INTERIORS LLC | SUPERCOOL MOBILITY CENTER | [HIGHLY COMMENDED] |
COMPANY NAME | PROJECT | STATUS |
MOMA/MOTIF INTERIORS | UAE SPACE AGENCY | [WINNER] |
INTERNATIONAL DESIGN ASSOCIATES | SUNNI WAQF DIRECTORATE HQ: SHARING COMMUNITY | [HIGHLY COMMENDED] |
COMPANY NAME | PROJECT | STATUS |
SAY STUDIO | PERNOD RICARD | [WINNER] |
PROJECT 300 | DEEM SPACE | [HIGHLY COMMENDED] |
COMPANY NAME | STATUS |
BLUHAUS | [WINNER] |
SPACEWELL INTERIORS | [HIGHLY COMMENDED] |
COMPANY NAME | PROJECT | STATUS |
SPACEWELL INTERIORS | METLIFE (DAFZA, DUBAI, UAE) | [WINNER] |
DESIGN INFINITY | ACCOR OFFICE | [HIGHLY COMMENDED] |
COMPANY NAME | PROJECT | STATUS |
INC | ASTRAZENECA | [WINNER] |
SPACEWELL INTERIORS | METLIFE (DAFZA, DUBAI, UAE) | [HIGHLY COMMENDED] |
COMPANY NAME | PROJECT | STATUS |
AAID | OQT, DUBAI OFFICE | [WINNER] |
DESIGN INFINITY | ODOO | [HIGHLY COMMENDED] |
This category honors the design firm that has delivered an outstanding office designs in the past year. It recognizes work that showcases innovation, functionality, and design excellence across multiple projects. The winning firm will demonstrate a strong understanding of client needs, workplace trends, and commercial goals — all while pushing creative boundaries and setting new benchmarks in office design.
This category celebrates individuals that have demonstrated exceptional creativity, functionality, and innovation in the design of office spaces. It recognizes those who have successfully balanced aesthetics with performance — creating work environments that inspire productivity, reflect brand identity, and respond to the evolving needs of today’s workforce.
Focusing on projects that prioritize the health and well-being of occupants, this category celebrates spaces that incorporate wellness principles, such as natural lighting, air quality improvements, and fitness facilities, aiming for WELL certification or equivalent standards.
This award is dedicated to office projects that set new benchmarks in environmental sustainability, from achieving high levels of LEED certification to employing innovative green practices. It acknowledges efforts to reduce carbon footprints, optimize energy use, and create healthier workplaces.
Recognising exceptional design projects within government offices, this category values projects that address specific requirements for security, public access, and functionality. It highlights work that reflects the government's mission and values while ensuring a secure and welcoming environment for the public.