Press Release
El Lissitzky Business Lounge by M+R Interior Architecture Receives the Golden A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
M+R Interior Architecture recognized for interior space and exhibition design by the international grand jury of the 2020 - 2021 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 23, 2021 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Golden A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category for El Lissitzky Business Lounge by M+R Interior Architecture, designed for Sheremetyevo VIP. The award was conferred within the 2020 - 2021 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The Golden A' Design Award Explained
The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
Regarding El Lissitzky Business Lounge
The new terminal is designed in Russian constructivist style. The imposing ceiling in the lounge is a representation of the supremacist style of El Lissitzky which he called Proun, "the stage where someone changes from painting to architecture". By adopting the architectural columns in the ceiling design it was possible to divide the lounge into zones. The large mirror wall at the end of the lounge makes the movement become infinite. In reference to painting Victory over the sun.
About M+R Interior Architecture
Twentyfour years of M+R interior architecture While our volatile consumer society is mainly about buying stuff and keeping up with the latest trends, M+R interior architecture pleads for sustainable interiors that still have the wow factor after twenty years. Volatile designs that quickly get you tired are not for us. Durability M+R interior architecture creates interiors for public spaces such as theaters, airports, libraries and innovative work environments. Some of them date back to when M+R was just founded, twenty years ago. Quality and sustainability are returning themes in all our designs. We use high-quality, sustainable materials that we use in a circular manner.
Award Record
This recognition makes M+R Interior Architecture a winner of 3 A' Design Awards. The awards span the editions from 2018 - 2019 to 2020 - 2021 of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award
The A' Interior Design Award is an international interior design competition recognizing good interior designs by interior designers and architects worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Entries typically include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. Awarded interior designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/interior
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/114213
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/114213
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!114213
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/214865
- Further Information from the Laureate: http://mplusr.nl
Media Contact
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- El Lissitzky Business Lounge
- Function
- Business Lounge
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Dim Gray, Dark Olive Green, Dark Slate Gray, Gray and Black
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Sheremetyevo VIP
The Recognition
- Laureate
- M+R Interior Architecture
- Country
- Netherlands
- Recognition
- Golden A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2020 - 2021
- Design ID
- #114213
Credits
- Team
- Hans Maréchal; Anuschka Maréchal; Emy Liebregts; Eva Neijens; Pim Rongen.
- Image Credits
- Image 1, Sheremetyevo VIP - Herman de Winter Image 2, Sheremetyevo VIP - Herman de Winter Image 3, Sheremetyevo VIP - Herman de Winter Image 4, Sheremetyevo VIP - Herman de Winter; Sheremetyevo VIP - Herman de Winter
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The inspiration for the lounge is artist and architect El Lissitzky. The geometric shapes in his paintings are reflected in the design of the interior. The imposing ceiling is a representation of direction and movement, inspired by the graphic art of El Lissitzky. By applying a large mirror wall at the end of the lounge, the movement become infinite. El Lissitzky: All is well that begins well and has no end.
- Inspiration
- An airport lounge is in fact like a large hotel lobby. It's all about hospitality, it's about atmosphere, comfort, experience and well-being for an international audience who has little to do with each other, but have the same goal, whether it is a journey or a performance. A home away from home. The design is made with sustainable products, timeless and iconic.
- Research
- The design of the new terminal is based on Russian constructivism. The well-known architects and artists of this movement are the inspiration for the lounges. The graphic design PROUNS of El Lissitzky were the basis for the design language in the lounge, the ceiling design is a direct derivative of this.
- Challenge
- The goal was to create an oasis of tranquility within the hectic everyday life at the international airport of Moscow. Despite the demand for more than 160 seats, the lounge must be inviting and offer space for every individual. By creating zones and integrating the architectural columns, it was possible to create a space that meets the requirements and also offers sufficient space. The requirements for personal safety and fire protection are high on airports. The challenge was to realize the entire program, including the 160 seats, on a limited surface.
- Realization and Technology
- A 3D model stood as base for creating the ceiling in the right form and dimensions. The construction columns are part of the total design approach. The ceiling elements have the same dimensions and repeat several times and this construction is optimal for installing the HVAC installation and led-lighting. A special metal construction principle is produced to position the ceiling elements at the correct height and shape. The used materials are natural and sustainable.
- Operation and Interaction
- The lay out of the lounge with the zoning and partition provide an open space with enough privacy for each visitor, for relaxing, working; eat and meet. The facade gives a beautiful view on the airport platform, with special relax seats. The bar in the middle and the dining area at the back. The end wall of the lounge is a mirror so it reflects the lounge and the ceiling like an endless picture.
- Project Duration and Location
- Design phase: January until June 2019 Building period: December 2019 until November 2020
- Specifications
- The lounge is approx. 730 sqm. with a ceiling height to 3,5 to 5,5 m.
- Keywords
- iconic, contemporary, sustainable, innovative, inviting, clear, soothing, timeless design
