Maison Equine Hapana o ka Lumi Hoʻomaha Lio by Mai Wahdan

Maison Equine Hapana o ka Lumi Hoʻomaha Lio by Mai Wahdan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Kala in Hoʻolālā Loko Hale a me Hōʻike Competition Category.

KalaLoko Hale· 2026

Maison Equine Hapana o ka Lumi Hoʻomaha Lio

by Mai Wahdan

A' Design Award Kala Winner in Loko Hale Category

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The Design

About Maison Equine Hapana o ka Lumi Hoʻomaha Lio

Hoʻololi kēia papahana lio i ka hale lio maʻamau i kahi wahi nani i hoʻolaʻa ʻia no ka nani a me nā lio hōʻikeʻike. Aia ma Barka, Oman, hoʻohui ka hoʻolālā i kahi lumi hoʻomaha panorama e nānā ana i ka pā lio, e hoʻonoho ana i ka nānā ʻana a me ke kamaʻilio kaiaulu ma ke kikowaena o ka ʻike. Hoʻokaʻawale maopopo kahi hoʻolālā kaʻa aʻo i nā wahi hoʻokipa a me nā wahi hana, e hōʻoiaʻiʻo ana i ka palekana, ka pono a me ka pono o nā holoholona. Hoʻokumu nā mea kūlohelohe i hoʻonohonoho ʻia, nā hui kala koʻikoʻi a me nā ʻili hoʻopā i kahi ʻano kūʻokoʻa o ka wahi, ʻoiai ke hōʻoiaʻiʻo nei nā hopena pae lio i ka mau ʻana.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Kala

Ua lanakila ka hoʻolālā Maison Equine Hapana o ka Lumi Hoʻomaha Lio i ka A' Design Award Kala, he ʻike hoʻohanohano nui loa i hāʻawi ʻia i nā hoʻolālā kiʻekiʻe loa, nani a kupaianaha. He mau hana ʻālohilohi loa a hana noʻeau nui nā lanakila Kala e hōʻike ana i ka loea, ka makakoho a me ka ʻoi aku o ka noʻonoʻo o kā lākou poʻe hoʻolālā. Manaʻo ʻia ʻo ka hoʻolālā Maison Equine Hapana o ka Lumi Hoʻomaha Lio he hana kupaianaha, kūlana ʻoi aku, ʻoihana kiʻekiʻe a hou loa. ʻO kēia hoʻolālā i lanakila i ka A' Design Award Kala he mea hoʻokumu kūpono loa, mahalo ʻia e hāʻawi i ka pōmaikaʻi a hoʻoneʻe i nā palena o ka hana noʻeau, ka ʻepekema, ka hoʻolālā a me ka ʻenehana. He mea i ʻeleu ʻia e nā mea he nui ka hoʻolālā Maison Equine Hapana o ka Lumi Hoʻomaha Lio e hoʻāla i ka makemake, lawe mai i nā manaʻo maikaʻi a hoʻāla i ka kamahaʻo a me ka mahalo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This project reinterprets the traditional horse stable as a culturally infused equestrian lounge. Located in Barka, Oman, the design blends earthy materials, layered textures, and bold color accents to reflect the client’s equestrian lifestyle and artistic spirit. Carefully planned circulation enhances functionality between lounge and stable zones, while durable finishes ensure performance. The result elevates a utilitarian structure into a refined, hospitality-oriented destination.
Dimensions & Packaging: Total built up area: approx. 1200 sqm.
Lounge area: approx. 150 sqm; inclined ceiling height 4000 mm - 8000 mm.
Standard stall module: 3600 mm W x 3600 mm D x 3200 mm H.
Main walkways: minimum 3000 mm clear width.
Flooring: equestrian grade interlock pavers; shower zones in treated timber decking for slip resistance.
Tags: Equestrian Interior, Cultural Design, Horse-Friendly Architecture, Oman Heritage, Luxury Stable, Beauty Horses Facility, Climate-Responsive Design, Hospitality Lounge, Functional Zoning
Production Technology: The project was developed using function-driven spatial planning aligned with equestrian operational standards. Zoning strategies separated public lounge areas from stable and service circulation to ensure safety and efficiency. Structural engineering accommodated the inclined ceiling spanning 4,000–8,000 mm. Materials were selected for climate durability and animal safety. Custom joinery and detailing were locally fabricated to ensure precision and contextual authenticity.
Design Challenge: The primary challenge was balancing refined hospitality aesthetics with strict equestrian safety requirements. The design needed to reflect cultural richness while ensuring durability, ventilation, and stress-free movement for beauty horses. Climate conditions in Oman required heat-conscious material choices and shaded circulation. Coordinating between client vision, operational standards, and construction feasibility demanded continuous adaptation to technical constraints and on-site realities.
Research: Type of Research: Applied equestrian focused spatial research.
Research Objectives: To design a culturally rooted yet horse friendly environment tailored for beauty horses.
Methodology: Behavioral observation, circulation mapping, and climate responsive planning.
Data Collection and Tools: Client interviews, consultation with stable operators, CAD simulations, and material safety analysis.
Participants: Client, stable staff, and equestrian specialists.
Results: Reduced stress zones, safer movement paths, and improved ventilation.
Insights and Impacts: The research proves that combining cultural identity with animal centered design enhances welfare, operational efficiency, and long term facility value.
Inspiration: The inspiration emerged from the cultural depth of Oman, where heritage, craftsmanship, and equestrian tradition coexist with quiet elegance. The project was conceived as a spatial narrative that honors the country’s desert tones, artisanal textures, and social hospitality rituals. Research into local materials, climate responsiveness, and stable functionality informed the technical framework. The intent was to translate cultural memory into a contemporary equestrian environment that feels both
Project Duration: The interior design phase commenced in May 2025 in Barka, Al-Batinah South, Oman, and was completed within four months. The project is currently under construction, with execution progressing in accordance with the finalized design documentation and technical specifications.
Operation Flow: Visitors enter through a central axis that immediately reveals the lounge as the social heart of the project. From this point, circulation gently curves toward the stalls, allowing visual connection without disrupting stable operations. Public and service routes are clearly separated to ensure safety for horses and guests. The layout supports smooth daily routines - feeding, grooming, and hosting - while maintaining a calm, intuitive experience that feels welcoming rather than industrial.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Mai Wahdan and Luxentti Design House, 2025.
Team Members: Designer: Mai Wahdan
Image Credits: Image #1: Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, VIP Lounge Overlooking Horse Paddock, 2025.
Image #2: Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, VIP Lounge View Toward Main Entrance, 2025.
Image #3: Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, Top View Showing VIP Lounge Layout, 2025.
Image #4: Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, Horse Walkways Circulation Perspective, 2026.
Image #5: Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, Interior Design Elements and Material Composition, 2025.