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Cundall Dubai

An award-winning office in Dubai designed to the WELL Gold Building Standard.

Illuminated reception area at our Cundall Dubai WELL office with plants and a cantilevered waiting seat

Sectors

Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Client

Cundall

Architect

SAY Studio

Cundall Dubai’s 400m2 office is a testament to our commitment to creating a healthy, vibrant working environment, where staff well-being is at the forefront. The office design integrates multiple features that showcase the building services, structural, and acoustic elements. Notably, mechanical and electrical services are exposed, with innovative cardboard ductwork used in the main open-plan office, adding a creative and sustainable touch.

The structural team played a key role in designing three standout features: a cantilevered break-out table, a cantilevered reception seating bench and a parametrically modelled boardroom ceiling. These elements not only highlight the team's expertise but also contribute to the unique aesthetic of our office space. Throughout the office, biophilic design principles are incorporated, promoting both health and wellbeing.

Richard Stratton, Partner and Managing Director EMENA commented: "One of the key challenges was educating the design team, contractor, and sub-contractors on the construction standards and quality of materials required to meet the WELL Building Standard. As the concept of WELL was relatively new in Dubai at the time, it required close collaboration and supervision to ensure compliance with all project stakeholders."

Key fact

A unique feature includes a striking parametrically modelled boardroom ceiling.

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Key fact

Achieved a 45% reduction in lighting energy consumption.

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Key fact

30% less absenteeism and greater staff retention.

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Richard Stratton smiling in-front of the camera with his navy blue suit at our Cundall Dubai WELL office

Richard Stratton

Partner and Managing Director, EMENA

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We are leading by example by delivering an innovative WELL workspace, all while prioritising the reduction of our carbon footprint.

Awards

Winner

Sustainable Project of the Year

Middle East Consultant Awards

Winner

Health & Wellbeing Initiative of the Year

Surge Sustainability Awards

Winner

Sustainable Project of the Year

Design ME Awards

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