Diane Thorsen Principal, Design Director at Perkins+Will, was named Design Middle East's number one on The Creative 30 List. Read more: bit.ly/2CL6b4i #DesignME #InteriorDesign #PerkinsWill_DXB

Perkins+Will's Diane Thorsen took part in the Summertown Interiors Roundtable, where she discussed various challenges design firms and fit-out contractors face when delivering exceptional and sustainable 'Design+Build' projects. #InteriorDesign #GCC #Sustainability Love That Design

The only constant in the hospitality space is that hotels are constantly changing. At Perkins+Will we especially like this quote from Winston Churchill: ‘We shape our buildings, thereafter they shape us.’ Find out more: perkinswill.com #InteriorDesign #PerkinsWill_DXB

Diane Thorsen, Principal Design Director at Perkins+Will, discusses the concept of co-living and co-working and the importance of integrating spaces, #biophilia and #wellness when designing buildings. Watch here: bit.ly/2G3yhen #Coliving #Coworking #PerkinsWill_DXB

As with all designs, the Cultural Village process began with understanding the surrounding context and determining the connectivity to the existing landscape. #DubaiArchitecture #GoodDesign #PerkinsWill_DXB

Boulevard Heights (BLVD Heights) is a complex of two residential buildings designed by Perkins+Will and developed by Emaar Dubai in Downtown Dubai. Watch video here: bit.ly/2CO6trn #PerkinsWill_DXB #BoulevardHeights #ResidentialDesign #BoutiqueLiving

Our growing globalized cities are facing increased natural disasters. As architects, we have a responsibility to address these concerns through designing resilient buildings. Read article here: bit.ly/2Ni1zqs #ResilientBuildings #Sustainability #PerkinsWill_DXB

Diane Thorsen, Principal Design Director at Perkins+Will DXB spoke to Dubai One about how improved workplaces lead to improved employee performances and health benefits. Watch video: bit.ly/2BVrEdG #InteriorDesign #PerformanceIncrease #OfficeWellness #PerkinsWIll_DXB

As the scientific understanding of health continues to evolve, so too does the ability to address complex issues of promoting wellness through the built environment. We need to be pushing the boundaries and always be striving for better, healthier lives. #DubaiArchitecture

For optimal comfort and productivity, design, should include: controlling noise, providing thermal comfort and places to walk, stand or sit comfortably when necessary. #Interiordesign #Architecture #DubaiDesign

Having nutritious food and good quality water available to staff and guests to promote well-being and long-term health, to help reduce sick leave and keep the environment bacteria free. #InteriorDesign #Architecture #DubaiArchitecture #PerkinsWillDXB

Having nutritious food and good quality water available to staff and guests makes the world of difference to well-being and long-term health, to help reduce sick leave and keep the environment bacteria free. #InteriorDesign #WellSpace #DubaiArchitecture #PerkinsWillDXB

Companies that invest in exercise facilities, as well as nutritious food on hand, will promote a healthier lifestyle for their employees and visitors.

The quality of air is something often overlooked but so important for employees/guests long term health and wellbeing. To make sure we aren’t affected by polluted air from outside traffic etc. good ventilation practices are crucial.

Natural light has a huge impact on our well-being and therefore absolutely crucial when we design spaces for people to work and live in. #InteriorDesign #Architecture #Talent #Design #Light #Nature #YoungDesigners #WellDesign #DubaiArchitecture #DubaiDesign #PerkinsWillDXB

“Water is the driving force of all nature” – Leonardo da Vinci # #Hatta #Waves #Site #Texture #Nature #CelebratingDesign #UrbanDesign #LandscapeArchitecture #UDLA

When presenting to our clients we want to tell the story of our design, the element that inspired us, the sketch and the space. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this image - Element. Inspiration. Design ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #InteriorDesign #Architecture #Inspiration #PerkinsWill_DXB

Video: Office #roundtable on how #design impacts #productivity of #employees featuring OFIS Al Gurg Group, Bluehaus, zaro architects, @perkinswill_dxb, SAY Studio, and Swiss Bureau Interior Design. bit.ly/2Bllzon

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Have you seen the full shortlist for #CIDAwards? qoo.ly/yurjp