N53 Cigar Lounge

One&Only is synonymous with ultra-luxury hospitality, where every detail is considered and every space is expected to meet exacting global standards. At One Za’abeel in Dubai, that expectation is elevated even further, with the property positioned as one of the city’s most exclusive destinations.

Transforming a space within an environment like this is rarely straightforward. Doing so without disrupting the guest experience demands a different level of precision entirely.

We were tasked with repurposing part of an existing club lounge on level 53 into the all-new N53 Cigar Lounge. The ambition was to create a space that reflects the elevated standards of...