A defining moment for the studio.

UMAYA Lighting Design has been awarded Winner at the LIV Hospitality Design Awards 2025 in the category Architectural Design Hotel Luxury for The Ned Doha.

The project reimagines a landmark 1970s structure into a contemporary hospitality destination. The lighting strategy was engineered to respect the architectural legacy while shaping a precise and atmospheric guest experience aligned with a new generation of hotel design.

Recognition matters. But the value sits in the process behind it.
Long nights. Constant iteration. Technical alignment across disciplines. Creative decisions made with intent. A team that does not accept average as an outcome.

This award reflects a shared vision executed at the highest level.

Architect: David Chipperfield Architects
Contractor: Urbacon Trading & Contracting
Operator: Soho House & Co
Project: The Ned Doha

A project shaped through precision, collaboration, and intent.