A global powerhouse of architecture and design
A global powerhouse of architecture and design
With cultural sensitivity and sustainable design, dwp is questioning industry norms to become a pioneer in architecture and design
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n the fast-paced world of architecture, industry trends can come and go in the blink of an eye. Whether a firm is experimenting with striking shapes or championing sustainable materials, engineering and science will have a huge role to play. But it’s not just about complex drawings and planning regulations – it’s also about reinventing and reimagining design trends to make them locally relevant, with insight, flexibility and cultural sensitivity. Indeed, it is this introspective ethos that has propelled design worldwide partnership (dwp) dwp works for clients to global acclaim. In a market saturated with in industries from buildings that often look and feel the same, healthcare to hospitality the award-winning architecture and design company is turning the industry on its head by offering simple, elegant, and timeless designs that are making trends rather than following them. A global footprint Headquartered in Bangkok, the expansive company has 450 professionals working collectively across 15 locations throughout Asia, Australia and the Middle East. Thanks to its global reach, dwp has completed over 2,000 design projects across its 23-year history, and so clients can be assured that
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dwp has completed over 2,000 design projects across its 23-year history
the company’s forward-thinking designs are anchored in the best industry know-how and expertise. Complying with the highest industry standards, the group’s multicultural team has continually demonstrated an intuitive approach, whether its creating spaces for living, working or for communities to get together, even when this is in the most challenging of locations.
Reinventing healthcare spaces Regardless of whether the space functions as an office, retail space or even a hospital, the company questions industry norms, engages with clients and conducts thorough research to generate unique designs. As dwp’s Community Portfolio Director Richard Wood explained in a company press release, concepts such as wellness are helping to
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reinvent the way dwp approaches healthcare design as hospitals are evolving into “spa-like environments as an extension of medical tourism.” “A customer stepping on a firstclass flight doesn’t want to be assaulted with the trauma of accident and emergency, or the antiseptic smell we expect from hospitals,” Woods said. “They want five-star treatment.” For dwp, this translates to elegant interiors, the careful use of sustainable materials and environmentally-controlled spaces,
combined with state-of-the-art technology. By utilising building information modelling (BIM) for all of its healthcare projects, dwp uses an intelligent 3D model-based process to meticulously identify and design every single detail from the moment a patient steps into the building. By leveraging ground-breaking technologies, the company has managed to distinguish itself in a competitive market with agility and flexibility. However, dwp doesn’t underestimate the challenges
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innovation poses. Technology and high-quality design come at a price, and as a result, this is driving the company to be lean and cost-effective to maximise financial returns. A taste of luxury A sense of luxury and opulence also translates to dwp’s residential projects. Over the past several years, branded residences have become increasingly popular and people are Number of prepared to pay a employees premium to live the at DWP luxury lifestyle. Whilst tapping into this burgeoning market, dwp’s team has collected an array of accolades for grand projects such as 98 Wireless in Bangkok. Combining high-end decor with sustainable design and state-of-the-art technology, the luxury property made headlines last year when it won the global award for Best Luxury Residence at The International Design and Architecture Awards. Such awards clearly illustrate
dwp’s dedication to creating places where people truly want to be. A sustainable outlook Dwp has also made ripples in the sector for its commitment to a green, energy-conscious approach. Sustainability has also become a big talking point in the industry, and dwp showcased its commitment to the cause when it won the Sustainable Interior Design Initiative of the Year at the CID Awards for its pioneering work on the Smart Dubai office. From site handling to execution, dwp took meticulous care to ensure the project had a conscious and sustainable outlook and this helped to lead the property to LEED Gold Certification. “From concept, we thought about sustainability,” explained Nadine Abedzadeh, Senior Interior Designer. “Our approach started with the material selection – everything we used was recycled.”
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“From concept, we thought about sustainability. Our approach started with the material selection – everything we used was recycled” – Nadine Abedzadeh Senior Interior Designer at dwp
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“Smart Dubai spends each day coming up with initiatives to make Dubai the happiest city on earth,” she continued. “Dwp wanted to give them the happiest workplace from which to do it. We’re incredibly proud that we’ve achieved this and been recognised for our sustainability prowess at the same time with this award.” Next stop, the Middle East Thanks to its mushrooming economy and soaring skylines, the Middle East has become a hub for both architects and designers alike. Dwp has strategically positioned itself to harness the potential of the region by creating a lasting legacy in the region. Yet, dwp understands that it takes more than entrepreneurial spirit to become a leading player in the architecture and design space. The pioneering company isn’t afraid to challenge industry norms and conventions to create one-of-a-kind designs and, perhaps more importantly, it understands the need to collaborate closely with its clients. Collaboration and cooperation is a value that runs deep in dwp’s DNA, and it is this forward-thinking methodology, anchored with an open view on partnership, that has helped to distinguish it as a world-class brand today.
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