AMAN NEW DELHI NEW DELHI, INDIA


LIGHTING DESIGN KAORU MENDE, IALD KENTARO TANAKA, ASSOCIATE IALD TAKEO SUGAMATA LIGHTING PLANNERS ASSOCIATES


ADDITIONAL CREDITS ARCHITECT KERRY HILL ARCHITECTS LODHI PROPERTY COMPANY LIMITED AMAN NEW DELHI


PHOTOGRAPHY © TOSHIO KANEKO


“THE LIGHTING REVEALS SURFACES, SHAPES EACH SPACE, AND FEELS COMPLETELY COMFORTABLE”


elements creates an appealing iconic design. The minimal lighting along colonnade-lined corridors creates a rhythm of light and shadow. “Subtle but with a sense of luxury, the lighting


reveals surfaces, shapes each space, and feels completely comfortable,” another judge commented. “This project shows excellence


through overall design integrity.” Of all the screens used in this project, the thick, ridged, GRC jaali along the façade is the most impressive. The glaring Indian sun creates a beautiful pattern of light and shadow, and the contrast can be followed moment by moment with the movement of the sun.


Instead of downlights, all guestrooms are installed with L-shaped wall sconces to uplight the ceiling with ambient light. All guestrooms are also equipped with a relaxation pool. Initially, only the underwater luminares were incorporated into the finishing, however all of the fixtures are now invisible to guests.


The traditional Indian screen known as jaali is prominently featured in the architecture of the New Delhi Aman Resort. Artistically presenting the jaali was integral to the success of the Lighting Planners Associates design team. “The screens are the key architectural feature


of this project, and the designer has used both light and shadow successfully,” one IALD awards judge commented of the project. “Skillful


placement of luminaires enhances textured wall surfaces and balance well with the silhouette of screens, while others are uplit, creating a sheer, ethereal effect, or have luminous backlighting – it is a nice combination.”


After leaving the bustle of New Delhi behind, guest walk through the gate to Aman. The entrance jaali is softly uplit, with ambient light also reflecting off the driveway canopy. In contrast, a


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“welcome mat” of gentle light graciously ushers in guests on the opposite side of the driveway. The minimalist design is controlled, featuring shadows that naturally catch the eye, creating a strong brand image for the hotel’s inaugural property. The designers intended to reveal the beauty of the silhouetted jaali. Filtered from behind by warm white light, Shadows are constantly changing with the sun’s movement. The reversal of night and day


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AWARD OF EXCELLENCE


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