Workspace Awards: Celebrating Innovation and Employee Well-being

WORKSPACE Awards 2025 is back, and it's time to celebrate and reward the innovators who are redefining the way we work and the places we work in.

Taking place on the 29^th May, the WORKSPACE Awards highlight the GCC's top commercial interiors and fit-out projects. From innovative technology and ergonomic furniture to wellness initiatives and sustainable designs, these awards honor the solutions shaping the future of work.

Now in its 2^nd edition and with 8 categories, exclusive experiences, and inspiring moments, this year sets a new standard for workplace excellence. Let's come together and celebrate the innovators who are transforming the workplace into the workspace of tomorrow.

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Shortlisted Finalists

Government Project of the Year

Dubai Future Foundation by Spacewell
DIFC Headquarters by INC UAE
Minsitry of Economy & Planning by Bluehaus
Ajman Rulers Court by Roar

Sustainability Project of the Year

Confidential Global Energy Firm by Motif Interiors
Rakbank by Design Infinity
Confidential Pharmaceutical Client by Summertown
AWR Group by Design Infinity

Office Designer of the Year

Amber Alston Peters by Bluehaus
Srdjan Vidakovic by JLL
Stuart Allen by AAID
Vishal Sachdeva by Spacewell

Design & Build Project of the Year

Odoo by Design Infinity
Axian by Spacewell
Givaudan Suisse by Pinnacle Interiors
Meta World by HTS Interiors
Kasumigaseki Capital by Spacewell

Office Fit-out Project of the Year

Aldar HQ by HTS Interiors
Food Security Solutions by Motif Interiors
Unilever by Spacewell
AWR Group by Design Infinity
One Zabeel Offices by INC UAE
[Confidential] by Summertown

Office Design Project of the Year

Boston Consulting Group by AAID
Global Management Consulting Firm by Roar
Ernst & Young Doha by AAID
PIF Co-Builder by Bluehaus
One Offices by One Zabeel by JLL
DMCC Uptown by Say Studio

Office Design Firm of the Year

Say Studio
Spacewell
INC UAE
Roar
Bluehaus
AAID

Awards Categories

Office Design Firm of the Year

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.

Office Designer of the Year

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.

Office Wellness Project of the Year

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.

Sustainability Office Project of the Year

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.

Government Office Project of the Year

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.

Design & Build Project of the Year

This category is for projects that excellently combine the design and construction phases, showcasing outstanding management and seamless execution. It rewards teams that deliver innovative, on-time, and within-budget projects while maintaining high standards of design and construction quality.

Office Fit-Out Project of the Year

Honoring the best in office fit-out projects, this category looks for excellence in the execution and delivery of fit-out constructions. It aims to spotlight projects that demonstrate superior craftsmanship, efficient use of resources, and significantly enhance the interior environment for occupants.

Office Design Project of the Year

This award celebrates the most innovative and impactful office design projects that blend aesthetics, functionality, and user-centric solutions. It recognizes projects that stand out for their creative use of space, attention to detail, and how effectively they meet the evolving needs of modern workspaces.

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