Cultural Link Iṣẹ́ Àkọ́kọ́: Ibi Iṣẹ́ Ìṣọ̀kan by Maryam Alansari is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award in Àpẹẹrẹ Àyà Inú Ilé àti Ibi Àfihàn Competition Category.
IrinInú Ilé· 2025
Cultural Link Iṣẹ́ Àkọ́kọ́: Ibi Iṣẹ́ Ìṣọ̀kan
Client: Palm and Palazzo
Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award Winner in Inú Ilé Category
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About Cultural Link Iṣẹ́ Àkọ́kọ́: Ibi Iṣẹ́ Ìṣọ̀kan
Ọ̀rọ̀ Ìwé: Cultural Link jẹ́ ibi iṣẹ́ ìṣọ̀kan tí a ṣe àpẹẹrẹ rẹ̀ fún àwọn ayàwòrán ilé àti àwọn onímọ̀ ọ̀nà ọ̀ṣọ́ inú ilé ní Manama, Bahrain. Ilé pàtàkì tó ní square mítà 888 yìí ṣàkópọ̀ àwọn ìlànà àpẹẹrẹ ìbílẹ̀ Bahrain pẹ̀lú àwọn ohun èlò ilé àti iṣẹ́ ọnà òde-òní. Àwọn ilé ọ̀tọ̀ọ̀tọ̀ ni wọ́n fi ṣe àwọn ọ́fíìsì àdáni, àwọn àyè iṣẹ́ àjùmọ̀ṣe, ilé kọfí àti ilé-ìkówèésí ohun èlò. Àwọn fèrèsé ńláńlá so àwọn àyè àjùmọ̀ṣe pọ̀, nígbà tí àwọn ohun èlò tí ń gba ìró mọ́ra ń ṣètìlẹ́yìn fún iṣẹ́ dídákẹ́rẹ́. Àwọn ohun èlò àdúgbò bí i òkúta ọ̀gbìn, amọ̀ àti igi ọ̀pẹ ni wọ́n lò, láti bọ̀wọ̀ fún iṣẹ́ ọwọ́ àdúgbò àti láti ṣètìlẹ́yìn fún ìdàgbàsókè alálòpọ̀.
The Recognition
About the Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award
Cultural Link Iṣẹ́ Àkọ́kọ́: Ibi Iṣẹ́ Ìṣọ̀kan jẹ́ olùborí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award, ìdánimọ̀ olókìkí tí a fún àwọn àwòṣe tó dára tí wọ́n pàdé àwọn ohun tí iṣẹ́ àti ilé-iṣẹ́ nílò tí a retí láti ọ̀dọ̀ àwọn ẹ̀dá tí a ṣàwòṣe dáradára. Àwọn olùborí Irin ń fi ìjáfáfá ńlá, ìmọ̀ pàtó gíga, òye ògbóǹtarìgì àti agbára ìṣẹ̀dá àwọn olùṣẹ̀dá wọn hàn. A retí pé Cultural Link Iṣẹ́ Àkọ́kọ́: Ibi Iṣẹ́ Ìṣọ̀kan yóò jẹ́ ẹ̀dá tí a kà sí gidigidi, tí a gbóríyìn fún tí a sì nífẹ̀ẹ́, tó wúlò tó sì ní ìmúṣẹ̀dá tuntun. Àwòṣe tó borí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Irin A' Design Award yìí ń kó àwọn ọ̀nà tó dára jùlọ ilé-iṣẹ́ jọ, ó sì ní àwọn ànímọ́ ìmọ̀-ẹ̀rọ tó péye tí a so mọ́ ìmọ̀ ṣíṣe àti ẹ̀bùn. A bọ̀wọ̀ fún Cultural Link Iṣẹ́ Àkọ́kọ́: Ibi Iṣẹ́ Ìṣọ̀kan nítorí ìfọ̀kànbalẹ̀ rẹ̀, a sì ṣàwòṣe rẹ̀ láti pèsè ìmúdára ìgbésí ayé tó ń ran ayé lọ́wọ́ láti di ibi tó dára jù.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Cultural Link serves as an innovative collaborative workspace tailored for architects and interior designers, seamlessly blending traditional Bahraini design with contemporary artistic expressions evident in its furniture and artworks. Each building within the complex is thoughtfully designed to define distinct zones, including private offices, co-working areas, and a material library. This diversity in space fosters creativity and collaboration, allowing professionals to draw inspiration from their surroundings. The integration of local craftsmanship with modern aesthetics not only honors the cultural heritage of Bahrain but also encourages a dynamic exchange of ideas, making Cultural Link a vibrant hub for design innovation.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 888 sqm
- Tags
- Sustainability, Local Craftsmanship, Cultural Heritage, Community Connection, Environmental Impact
- Production Technology
- This project prioritizes local materials and celebrates regional craftsmanship, resulting in a space that is highly functional for designers. The layout draws on traditional Bahraini design principles, incorporating spatial organization that features a blend of enclosed volumes and open circulation paths. This design fosters a sense of community while promoting interaction throughout the space. Each furniture piece enhances the aesthetic value, while techniques such as material layering and the use of sustainable finishes contribute to a cohesive atmosphere.
- Research
- The research for this project involved an exploration of materials commonly used in Bahrain, emphasizing local craftsmanship and sustainability. We conducted an analysis of indigenous materials like limestone, clay, and palm wood.
This investigation highlighted the importance of these materials in reflecting the region's heritage and how they can be effectively integrated into modern designs. By incorporating these local resources, we aim to create a workspace that resonates with the culture and supports environmental sustainability, ultimately strengthening the community's connection to its heritage. - Inspiration
- Inspiration at Cultural Link is derived from its location near Bahrain Fort, reflecting the historical significance of the site and emphasizing local craftsmanship. The workspace is designed to foster creativity through a unique atmosphere that allows designers to explore new ideas while honoring the region's cultural heritage.
- Project Duration
- Manama Bahrain
- Operation Flow
- The space is designed to enhance efficiency and interaction. The layout connects public areas like the co-working space, coffee shop, and material library through large windows, creating a sense of openness and accessibility.
Dedicated zones for quiet focus are placed alongside communal spaces, encouraging collaboration and idea sharing. Sound-absorbing materials help minimize distractions. Overall, this design fosters a strong sense of community and boosts productivity, making it an ideal environment for creativity and teamwork. - Team Members
- Maryam Alansari
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