WHAT'S NEW AT LORD: NEW PROJECTS, NEW IDEAS
Abu Dhabi capped a landmark year in culture with the opening of two major institutions on Saadiyat Island: Zayed National Museum and the Natural History Museum. “In less than 20 years, Saadiyat Island, just off the coast of the mainland city of Abu Dhabi, has been transformed from an empty expanse of sand into one of the greatest concentrations of art institutions and cultural venues in the world.”
In 2006, we were engaged to complete the original Master Plan for the Sheikh Zayed National Museum. Based on extensive consultations with those who knew or worked with him, our concept was centred on the core values of Sheikh Zayed, which formed the guiding principles on which the UAE was founded. We also provided master planning, governance and partnership strategy for the region’s largest National History Museum – an immersive 35,000 m² journey through 13.8 billion years of life.
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Can our arts and museum sectors help reduce doctors’ appointments and combat the loneliness epidemic?
A new Toronto Star piece from our co-founder Gail Lord and Avenue Road Arts School founder Lola Rasminsky says yes – and shows how linking health care to cultural activities has significant potential to make our society happier and healthier. “This is the first of a series that I’m planning on how initiatives through museums and health can make the world a better place through culture,” said Gail Lord. “Please share your thoughts.”
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This long-awaited museum that explores the achievements of one of humanity’s most fascinating civilizations is now open to the public after two decades of design and construction. Ever since the breathtaking architecture of Heneghan Peng won the international open competition in 2003, millions have waited for the opening. Congratulations to the people and government of Egypt, their dedicated Egyptologists, conservators, planners, designers and engineers, and to the many supporters of the Grand Egyptian Museum world-wide.
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We work with you through visioning, planning, and implementation phases to create new cultural landmarks, weaving presence into the surrounding community.
View All ServicesWe help cities build cultural spaces that draw on existing strengths and assets, allowing you to develop local geography, architecture, and artistic talent into a cultural tourist destination.
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View All ServicesWe help plan and create science museums with unique presence and style. We believe in drawing on local culture and context to provide visitors with meaningful, science-rich experiences that inspire and delight.
View All ServicesWe have extensive experience developing and renewing archives and libraries, transforming them into dynamic, engaging spaces and broadening their potential audiences.
View All ServicesWe help design ground-breaking expositions and festivals that show off a locale’s individual identity and reputation to the world. We can assist with master planning, exhibitions, design, programming, and long-term tourism development.
View All ServicesWhen projects involve multiple creative partners, we foster collaboration and synergy to take projects further. One shared success always leads to more.
View All ServicesSome of our most interesting and exciting jobs don’t fit standard categories. If your vision involves ideas not described on this site, or concepts that nobody has attempted before, we are intrigued! And we want to hear from you. Our experience and discipline, far from limiting a blue-sky project, make it much more likely to succeed.
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