One Zabeel - Dubai
One&Only One Za'abeel is Dubai’s first vertical resort, located at the edge of Zabeel Park, the Emirate’s original green lung, facing the Dubai World Trade Centre. Japanese architect Nikken Sekkei designed the building as a pair of asymmetrical towers connected via a cantilevered podium called The Link. It holds the record as the world’s longest cantilever, floating 100 meters above the city, and is also home to Dubai’s longest infinity pool, built in eight separate pieces.
Preciosa pushed its creative and innovative boundaries for One Za'abeel, designing and producing 95% of the decorative lighting for the entire property. With over 300 hand-blown, Bohemian crystal art pieces decorating the hotel's 70 exclusive spaces, Preciosa Lighting brings a new layer of luxury, blending tradition and innovation in an unparalleled sensorial experience.
The diverse range of lighting we designed and produced includes modern decorative pieces, with two featuring dynamic lighting scenes, as well as various types of Bohemian crystal cut chandeliers from our Collection’s portfolio. Also noteworthy are our Signature Designs, perfectly meeting the client’s vision for timeless design.
Crystal Forest Installation
Eighteen crystal trees in various dimensions are suspended from the ceiling, featuring nearly 7,000 crystal rods, each one individually controllable, enabling dynamic lighting scenes.
Photography credit: Ales Vyslouzil
Anežka Závadová © 2022
Taj Hotel at the Palm
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, The Palm, Dubai, is a distinctive beach resort nestled on the iconic Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest man-made island. The contemporary elegance and underwater world inspired the vision behind the design of Taj Exotica, The Palm, Dubai.
In collaboration with Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), we created 28 dimensional lighting fixtures located in 17 areas of the resort. The design of these lighting installations maintains a unifying impression throughout the entire resort.
There are two distinct designs for the installations within the resort: fishbone shape (26 installations) and slumped glass plates (2 installations). Both designs mimic the underwater world’s allure. For the entire project, more than 11,000 crystal components were hand-crafted. The lighting installations in fishbone shape design measure almost 700 unrolled metres.
The most expansive feature is a dynamic lighting installation, situated in the entrance lobby. It measures a remarkable 25 meters in length and 17 meters in width, creating a mesmerizing interplay of light that reflects the gentle motion of the sea.
Each of the lighting fixtures in the resort elevates the ambience and enchants guests with the captivating allure of the deep sea and underwater beauty.
Photography credit: Ales Vyslouzil
Anežka Závadová © 2022
Katara Towers - Qatar
The Katara Towers property in Qatar's coastal city of Lusail is filled with symbolism. The building's architectural design skillfully incorporates the iconic scimitar swords from the national seal into a visually stunning set of towers with symmetrical arches. The design was inspired by the sails of a traditional dhow boat, and the towers feature a unique shape and facade. We were pleased to consult on lighting for one of the luxury hotels, the Fairmont Doha.
Preciosa collaborates with developers, Group for Wooden Industries, and has produced and designed two lighting installations. The first, in the hotel lobby, is inspired by the combination of our Signature Designs and is the longest installation we have ever created, stretching over 57,500 meters. It shines with almost 5,000 hand-blown components, and the shape represents flowing music. Beneath the installation is a piano, completing the musical illusion.
Preciosa engineers used DMX RGBW LED modules to create dynamic elements with the colours red, green, blue, and white. A custom MADRIX control unit was also created so the team can control their own lighting scenes on-site.
The second installation in the ballroom is horizontal and is inspired by water and rain. Our design team chose bubbled glass in both spheres and drops, as well as beads, to create a textural, soft design. More than 7,000 components were created for this installation, which elegantly stretches across the ceiling.
Iconic architecture, iconic design- the Fairmont Doha is emblematic of the creativity and luxury found across the Qatari hospitality scene.
Photography credit: Ales Vyslouzil
Anežka Závadová © 2022
The Address Harbour Point
The venue is located in the new area of Dubai Harbour. I created the shape of the installation that complements the shape of the ceiling cove. The client wanted the timeless elegant vibe of the installation. My inspiration was the location - the venue is located in Dubai Harbour and
from the space it's possible to see the beautiful creek area. I wanted to create an installation that would embellish the space and the view from the hotel. Also for me was important to create the perfect scale and harmony between the space, installation, and human body.
The whole project has an extremely short timeline.
Design by Anežka Závadová
Signature design Crystal Spin by Vasku and Klug
Photography credit: Ales Vyslouzil
Anežka Závadová © 2022
Reem Mall - Abu Dhabi
The Reem Mall in Abu Dhabi is a major retail, dining, and entertainment destination, also known for its innovative architecture. Anezka Zavadova worked with the developer, Al Farwaniya Property Developments, to craft a large-scale, 14-metre-tall, dynamic lighting installation for the mall’s north entry. The piece showcases the story of two falcons in flight, honoring Abu Dhabi's proud falconry tradition. Through the lighting installation, the dynamics of flight have been captured, with warm, white LED lights symbolizing the trajectory of flight, further enhancing the overall experience.
Design by Anežka Závadová
Photography credit: Ales Vyslouzil
Anežka Závadová © 2022