Light Music: A Symphony of Design and Innovation

A+A Studio's Award-Winning Residential Lobby and Lounge Design

Aaron Yassin and Armand Graham of A+A Studio, an artist and an architect respectively, embarked on this project with the aim of integrating the worlds of art and architecture into a unique, immersive experience. The duo asked intriguing questions during the design process: can a corridor be transformed into a sculpture, and can music be translated into light? The result is a unique design that stands out due to its innovative approach and the successful integration of art and architecture.

The project consists of four main custom components: a three-dimensional backlit panel system in the lobby and hallway, relief wall panels that wrap around the entire space, a large Corian screen that partially separates the communal work table area from the seating area in the lounge, and four semi-reflective mirrors in the lounge. The use of hybrid fabrication techniques, combining cutting-edge CNC technology with historical artisanal techniques, resulted in new material effects that add to the uniqueness of the design.

The project was not without its challenges. The building, which houses 80 apartments and lacks amenity spaces, needed a public space that would provide a unique, original, and engaging design experience. The design needed to connect with the culture of the neighborhood and the city in an authentic way. The solution was to use the stylistic diversity of music, from jazz to punk rock, as a creative inspiration and conceptual underpinning of the design.

Light Music was awarded the Golden A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award in 2019. The award is granted to marvelous, outstanding, and trendsetting creations that reflect the designer's prodigy and wisdom. They are venerated products and bright ideas that advance art, science, design, and technology, embodying extraordinary excellence and significantly impacting the world with their desirable characteristics.

Light Music is a testament to the innovative and creative prowess of A+A Studio. It is a design that not only serves a functional purpose but also creates an immersive experience that connects with the locality's culture and history. It is a design that truly sings a symphony of light and music.