Maison Equine Equestrian Lounge Interior by Mai Wahdan Wins the Silver A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design

Mai Wahdan honored for interior space and exhibition design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

COMO, Italy, April 19, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Maison Equine Equestrian Lounge Interior by Mai Wahdan has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category. The recognition forms part of the 2025 - 2026 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 evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.

The Silver A' Design Award Explained

The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.

More About Maison Equine Equestrian Lounge Interior

This equestrian project transforms the conventional stable into a refined environment dedicated to beauty and show horses. Located in Barka, Oman, the design integrates a panoramic lounge overlooking the paddock, placing observation and social interaction at the center of the experience. A disciplined circulation strategy clearly separates hospitality and operational zones, ensuring safety, efficiency and animal welfare. Layered natural materials, bold color compositions and tactile surfaces establish a distinctive spatial identity, while equestrian grade finishes guarantee durability.

About Mai Wahdan

Mai Wahdan is the founder and Interior Design Director of Luxentti Design House, a multidisciplinary studio working across architecture, interiors, landscaping, and collectible furniture. Her work explores the dialogue between natural materials, spatial experience, and cultural identity, often shaped by a biophilic approach that reconnects people with their environment. Across residential, commercial, and product design, she leads projects defined by material depth, atmospheric quality, and contextual sensitivity. Her practice moves beyond aesthetics, positioning design as a medium for emotion, human connection, and purposeful living.

Award Record

With this recognition, Mai Wahdan is a winner of 3 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted between the 2024 - 2025 and the 2025 - 2026 editions 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. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Typical entries include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. The awarded interior designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/interior

About A' Design Award & Competition

Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is 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. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously 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. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which 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, uploading a work and receiving a 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. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com

Press Resources

Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/181449
A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/181449
Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!181449
Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/363296
Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.instagram.com/luxentti?igsh=MTFyNXM0MXJmYmRj&utm

Media Contact

Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953

###

Fact Sheet

The Work

Project: Maison Equine Equestrian Lounge Interior
Function: Equestrian Lounge Interior
Category: Interior Space and Exhibition Design
Discipline: Spatial Design
Industry: Architecture and Packaging & Retail
Colors: Dark Slate Gray, Saddle Brown, Sienna, Black and Dim Gray
Images: 5

The Recognition

Laureate: Mai Wahdan
Country: Egypt
Recognition: Silver A' Design Award
Edition: 2025 - 2026
Design ID: #181449

Credits

Image Credits: Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, VIP Lounge Overlooking Horse Paddock, 2025.; Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, VIP Lounge View Toward Main Entrance, 2025.; Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, Top View Showing VIP Lounge Layout, 2025.; Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, Horse Walkways Circulation Perspective, 2026.; Architect and Interior Designer Mai Wahdan, Interior Design Elements and Material Composition, 2025.

Design Details

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.
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
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.
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.
Realization and 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.
Operation and Interaction: 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.
Project Duration and Location: 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.
Specifications: 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.
Keywords: Equestrian Interior, Cultural Design, Horse-Friendly Architecture, Oman Heritage, Luxury Stable, Beauty Horses Facility, Climate-Responsive Design, Hospitality Lounge, Functional Zoning