Evolution Scenic custom scenic elements

Prestigious ceremonial events often require temporary environments that combine architectural scale, hospitality, cultural detailing and operational functionality. For the launch of The Founder’s Memorial in Abu Dhabi, Evolution designed and delivered two large-scale temporary majlis structures for VVIP male and female guests on the lawn of Emirates Palace.


The project combined 10-metre-high branded scaffolding walls, bespoke backlit mashrabiya cladding, a 50-metre entrance ramp, a 1,000-square-metre covered temporary structure, CNC-cut scenic panels, custom lighting effects and bespoke white furniture. Together, these elements created a refined hospitality environment designed to reflect the significance and prestige of the occasion.

Evolution Scenic temporary architecture combining structure, joinery, lighting and furniture fabrication.

The Challenge


The event required two substantial temporary structures capable of hosting VVIP guests while maintaining a high standard of visual finish and cultural relevance.


The majlis environments needed to feel refined and permanent despite being temporary installations. The structures also had to combine large-scale architectural elements with detailed interior finishes, furniture, lighting and imagery relating to Sheikh Zayed.


The outdoor location added another layer of consideration. The covered structure needed to provide a suitable event environment while also allowing for water drainage in the event of rain.


Guest arrival was equally important. A long elevated approach had to be incorporated into the design to create a smooth and appropriately formal entrance experience.

The Solution


Evolution delivered two custom-built majlis enclosures incorporating 10-metre-high branded scaffolding walls clad with bespoke wooden backlit mashrabiya panels. The mashrabiya treatment introduced a traditional architectural language while the backlighting added depth and visual presence to the large-scale façades.


A 50-metre-long custom entrance ramp was installed to provide an elevated and considered arrival sequence for guests.


The main covered area utilised an I-Novation temporary structure spanning approximately 1,000 square metres. A fabric roof was incorporated with provision for water drainage, helping protect the event environment in the event of rain.


Inside the majlis structures, 5.3-metre-high CNC-cut scenic panels were fabricated and finished in a custom white spray treatment. Rare photographs of Sheikh Zayed were incorporated into these panels, allowing them to function both as decorative scenic elements and as elegant spatial dividers.


A bespoke lighting treatment was developed to project detailed shadow patterns throughout the interior, adding another visual layer to the mashrabiya-inspired aesthetic.


Custom white furniture was also produced and installed to complete the interior environment and maintain consistency with the client’s visual direction.

Ten-metre scaffold-supported timber scenic façade installed on the Emirates Palace lawn.

Delivery Highlights


• Two large-scale temporary VVIP majlis structures.

• Male and female guest enclosures.

• Installation on the Emirates Palace lawn.

• 10m-high branded scaffolding walls.

• Bespoke wooden backlit mashrabiya panels.

• 50m-long custom entrance ramp.

• Approximately 1,000m² covered temporary structure.

• I-Novation temporary structure system.

• Fabric roof with water drainage provision.

• 5.3m-high CNC-cut scenic panels.

• Custom white spray finish.

• Rare Sheikh Zayed photographic displays.

• Scenic panels used as interior space dividers.

• Bespoke shadow-projection lighting effects.

• Custom white furniture.

• Large-scale scenic fabrication and installation.

Backlit wooden mashrabiya creating patterned light across the temporary majlis façade.

Outcome


The completed Sheikhat Majlis environments provided a distinguished setting for VVIP guests attending the launch of The Founder’s Memorial.


Large-scale structural elements established the architectural presence of the event, while backlit mashrabiya panels, photographic scenic features, lighting effects and bespoke furniture created a more detailed and culturally informed interior experience.


The project demonstrates Evolution Scenic’s ability to combine temporary structures with high-end scenic fabrication, architectural detailing and hospitality interiors, creating large-scale ceremonial environments that retain both functionality and visual refinement.

Tall CNC-fabricated scenic panels organising circulation inside the temporary majlis environment.

Project Ecosystem


Evolution Scenic – Temporary majlis structures, branded scaffolding treatment, bespoke mashrabiya panels, entrance ramp fabrication, CNC-cut scenic panels, interior scenic detailing, bespoke furniture, lighting integration, delivery and installation.