Danat al Emarat Women's Center | Enrique Greenwell

Design Concept To create a tribute to the Mother of Emirates, Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubar; a poetic and pragmatic landmark that is a celebration of life, inspired both by the feminine fluid forms of a flowing veil, and by mothers, water and wind-sculpted sand. A glowing lantern, this vessel of life holds potential energy for healing within. The Architectural Language The fluid, feminine form of the Mother of Emirates Hospital rises gracefully as a memorable and meaningful landmark sculpture. The radiating curves form a flowing veil, embracing and celebrating the cherished lives within. Architecture meets the sky with gently curving gesture of elegance, and dignity. Architecture meets land with simple solid geometry of the plinth, softened by perforated screens recalling traditional arabesque patterns, reinterpreted in a vision for the future. Water embraces the building base, fluidly connecting outdoor and interior spaces. This unique architectural language sets the framework for expressing the MOEH message as a center of excellence for advanced care. Experiencing the MOEH Upon approach, distinctive form creates a visible landmark to navigate toward inspiring confidence, reducing stress, and introducing intuitive way finding. The dramatic atrium rises from an oval womb shape, cradling the energy of life, recalled and reinterpreted throughout the facility. Sunlight dancing through perforated exterior skin creates a play of light and shadow, and lighting integrated into the curving grid creates a nighttime light show. Valet and concierge greet patient guests, initiating five-star hospitality. The luxury boutique promenade leads to a café, reminiscent of an upscale restaurant surrounded by water, lush foliage and sunlight. The H.H. Sheikha Fatima Women’s Health Center inspires confidence in advanced care for women of all ages and the Wellness Center invites guests to a rejuvenating spa retreat with illusions to water, veils, and sky. Delightful diversions provide interactive realms of pediatric care, engaging children and families. Diagnostic, treatment and clinic spaces continue the holistic experience of MOEH. The birthing center patient room is an oval womb shape that nurtures, protects, and honors mother and baby. Mother’s bed is oriented to healing views encircled by family seating for comfort and care. VIP Suites have adjoining accommodations for executive fathers, to work and dine with screened kitchenette and powder room. Royal Suites have gracious foyers, family living and dining for men and women elegantly separated to respond to cultural expectations. The central gallery buffers the mother’s private realm, an expansive retreat of comfort and care. Father’s sleep room has daylight, views, work area and private bath. Service areas accommodate private nurses, nanny sleeping, bath and screened kitchenette. Patient entry is downplayed for privacy and security, while family entry portal prominently honors invited guests. The Crown Prince Royal Suite is truly unique with gracious scale, amenities, and security stations integrated into entry forms. Throughout MOEH, fluidly feminine architectural vocabulary creates a seamless experience at each encounter of the journey. The forms, materials, color, light and patterns inspire, embrace, soothe, invite, honor and nurture the women and children of Abu Dhabi and the UAE.