• NCE Schools Fit Out – Educational Scenic Fabrication & School Interior Features, Abu Dhabi (2023)

     fabrication, custom joinery, library furniture, architectural wall treatments, acoustic panels and

    Educational interiors need to combine durability, functionality and visual appeal while remaining appropriate for daily use by young students. For New Century Education (NCE), Evolution Scenic delivered a customised fit-out package across three schools in Abu Dhabi, creating a series of practical and visually engaging interior features.


    The scope included large tree bookshelves, reception and library counters, slotted wall panels, coloured acoustic panels, educational graphics and circular seating. Each element was developed with child-friendly finishes and careful attention to safety, ensuring the completed spaces were both functional and suitable for long-term school use.

    The Challenge


    The project required multiple bespoke interior elements to be delivered across three separate school locations while maintaining consistency in quality, finish and installation.


    The spaces needed to feel bright and engaging for students, but every fabricated element also had to be practical, durable and safe for everyday use.


    Several components were large or highly visible, including the 6-metre-high tree bookshelves, meaning fabrication accuracy and finishing quality were particularly important.


    Material treatment was another critical consideration. Painted and finished elements needed to be fully cured and ventilated before delivery so that no harmful fumes remained when the installations entered the school environments.

    The Solution


    Evolution Scenic fabricated a series of bespoke school interior features tailored to the requirements of the three NCE campuses.


    A 6-metre-high, 3.5-metre-diameter tree bookshelf was created as a central library feature, finished with spray-painted scenic treatment to give the structure a strong visual presence.


    Custom counters were installed at the main entrances for visitor registration, alongside additional long counters positioned near the tree bookshelves within the library areas.


    Slotted wall panels were fabricated and installed to provide a clean, modern finish within classroom environments.


    Custom-shaped acoustic panels were also produced in a range of colours and sizes for the science rooms, adding both sound-control functionality and visual interest.


    Graphic wall installations incorporated school branding and educational text, helping connect the interior environment with the identity and learning objectives of the schools.


    Circular seating with integrated cushions was built around the tree bookshelf areas, creating comfortable places for students to sit, read and interact within the libraries.


    All painted and treated elements were fully cured and ventilated before delivery, ensuring the finished components were suitable for use within child-focused environments.

    Delivery Highlights


    • Educational fit-out across three NCE schools.

    • Project delivered in Abu Dhabi.

    • 6m-high tree bookshelf.

    • 3.5m-diameter central library feature.

    • Spray-painted scenic finish.

    • Custom entrance registration counters.

    • Long library counters.

    • Slotted wall panels.

    • Custom-shaped acoustic panels.

    • Multiple acoustic panel colours and sizes.

    • Science room acoustic treatment.

    • Graphic wall installations.

    • School branding integration.

    • Educational text graphics.

    • Circular seating around tree bookshelves.

    • Integrated seating cushions.

    • Child-friendly materials and finishes.

    • Full curing and ventilation before delivery.

    • Strict safety protocols.

    • Completion across all three schools ahead of schedule.

    Outcome


    The completed NCE school environments combined bespoke fabrication with practical educational functionality across libraries, reception areas, classrooms and science rooms.


    The tree bookshelves created distinctive focal points within the libraries, while the surrounding circular seating encouraged reading and interaction. Acoustic panels introduced both visual colour and functional sound treatment, and the counters, slotted wall panels and graphics helped create more organised and cohesive interiors.


    The project demonstrates Evolution Scenic’s ability to deliver permanent educational environments where large-scale fabrication, child-friendly detailing, acoustic treatment, branding and safety requirements all need to be coordinated across multiple sites.

    Project Ecosystem


    Evolution Scenic – Educational fit-out, tree bookshelf fabrication, custom counters, slotted wall panels, acoustic panels, graphic installations, circular seating, child-safe finishes, delivery and installation.

  • Designing Installations For Long-Term Operation

    Evolution Scenic fabricated museum environment with integrated displays, lighting and maintenance-ready scenic construction.

    A long-term interpretation environment combining durable scenic fabrication, integrated technology and practical maintenance access.

    Designing Installations For Long-Term Operation


    Many scenic structures are designed to operate for only a few days or weeks. Others remain in service for years. These permanent and semi-permanent environments require a fundamentally different approach to design, engineering and fabrication.


    A temporary exhibition feature may only need to perform reliably throughout a short installation period. By comparison, a museum environment, visitor centre, experience centre or public installation may be expected to operate every day for several years. During that time, it must withstand repeated public interaction, cleaning, maintenance, environmental changes and the gradual replacement of integrated technology.


    Long-term scenic fabrication therefore begins with a broader question. It is not simply whether an installation can be built and installed successfully, but whether it can continue to operate safely, efficiently and convincingly throughout its intended life.


    Evolution Scenic workshop fabricating durable timber and metal components for long-term scenic installations.

    Long-term environments require fabrication methods developed for years of reliable operation rather than a short event cycle.

    Planning the Complete Installation Lifecycle


    Lifecycle planning considers every stage of an installation, from early design development through fabrication, operation, maintenance, refurbishment and eventual removal or replacement.

    This process should begin before materials are ordered or detailed drawings are produced. The expected operational period, visitor numbers, environmental conditions and level of physical interaction all influence the construction methodology.


    A display inside a climate-controlled museum presents different challenges from an outdoor public installation exposed to heat, moisture, dust and ultraviolet light. Similarly, an interactive experience centre may require components to withstand thousands of repeated uses, while a protected interpretation display may experience relatively little physical contact.


    Understanding these conditions allows designers, engineers and fabricators to make informed decisions about:

    • Structural systems and expected loading
    • Material durability
    • Replaceable components
    • Maintenance access
    • Surface finishes
    • Technology integration
    • Cleaning requirements
    • Future refurbishment
    • End-of-life dismantling


    Lifecycle planning does not necessarily mean making every component heavier or more expensive. It means using the appropriate material and fabrication method for the actual operational requirement.


    Efficient long-term scenic module using appropriate materials without unnecessary weight or over-engineering.

    Designing for longevity means selecting the right construction method for the real operational requirement.

    Designing for Durability


    Durability is often discussed as though it were a single material property. In practice, it depends on how materials, connections, finishes and environmental conditions interact. A robust structural frame may perform for many years, but the installation can still deteriorate quickly if decorative surfaces are vulnerable to impact or difficult to repair. Likewise, a high-quality scenic finish may fail prematurely if the substrate beneath it moves, absorbs moisture or expands under changing temperatures.


    Timber, steel, aluminium, composites and specialist scenic materials each offer different advantages. The correct choice depends on the installation’s structural requirements, weight restrictions, exposure conditions, maintenance strategy and visual objectives.


    Steel may provide strength and rigidity for large structural elements, while aluminium can reduce weight and improve corrosion resistance. CNC-machined timber components may be appropriate for complex architectural forms, provided edges, joints and surfaces are properly sealed and protected. Composite materials can produce lightweight sculptural elements, but their long-term performance must be considered in relation to fire requirements, impact resistance and environmental exposure.


    Connections are equally important. Mechanical fixings, access panels and replaceable modules can make future repairs considerably easier than permanently bonded assemblies. Where possible, vulnerable components should be designed so they can be removed without dismantling the entire installation.


    Evolution Scenic durable scenic construction combining reinforced joints, sealed substrates and protective finishes.

    Durability depends on the complete build-up of materials, connections, finishes and environmental protection.

    Scenic Finishes That Can Be Maintained


    Scenic finishes are often responsible for the character of an environment, but they also receive much of the operational wear.


    Corners, lower wall sections, hand-contact areas, display edges and interactive surfaces are particularly vulnerable. These areas may require harder coatings, sacrificial protective layers or replaceable panels. The finish specification should also consider how the installation will be cleaned and which products the operator is likely to use.


    A finish that looks exceptional on installation day but cannot tolerate routine cleaning may become impractical very quickly. For this reason, sample testing should assess more than colour and texture. Samples can also be reviewed for scratch resistance, cleaning performance, colour stability, adhesion and repairability.


    Repair methodology should be documented wherever bespoke scenic painting or specialist finishing techniques are used. Retaining colour references, coating specifications and application records makes it easier for maintenance teams to reproduce the original appearance later.


    Scenic painting and textured finish production for durable long-term museum display environments.

    Scenic finishes create character but must also tolerate the wear expected during daily operation.

    Maintenance Access Must Be Designed In


    Access for maintenance should never be treated as an afterthought. Lighting systems, digital screens, speakers, sensors, mechanical elements and specialist finishes may all require periodic inspection, servicing or replacement.


    Poor access can turn a minor maintenance task into a major dismantling exercise. A failed lighting driver should not require the removal of an entire feature wall. A digital screen should not be permanently trapped behind decorative joinery. A mechanical component should not be positioned where technicians cannot safely reach it.


    Access panels must be large enough for the intended task, positioned in practical locations and detailed so they remain visually integrated with the surrounding scenic work. Where access is from above or behind, sufficient clearance should be maintained for tools, replacement parts and safe working.


    The maintenance sequence should also be considered. Technicians need to understand which components must be removed first, how panels are supported and whether specialist lifting equipment is required. Where installations include suspended elements or work at height, safe maintenance positions, anchor points and access equipment may need to form part of the wider engineering strategy.

    Accessible scenic service cavity with lighting drivers, cabling and removable maintenance panels.

    Maintenance access should be integrated around every technical component likely to need inspection or replacement.

    Preparing for Technology Upgrades


    Technology often becomes outdated before the surrounding scenic construction reaches the end of its physical life. Screens, projectors, lighting fixtures, sensors, control systems and interactive equipment may require replacement several times during the life of a visitor centre or museum environment. Designing only around the dimensions of the original equipment can create expensive problems when replacement models differ in size, ventilation requirements or connection type.


    Upgrade-ready environments use adaptable mounting systems, accessible cable routes and removable scenic panels. Equipment zones can include reasonable tolerance for future hardware, while ventilation and power systems can be planned with sufficient capacity for likely changes.

    Cable containment is particularly important. Clearly organised routes, accessible junction points and documented connections make future upgrades faster and reduce the risk of damaging finished scenic surfaces.


    Technology integration should also consider heat generation, airflow and noise. A projector concealed inside scenic architecture may require ventilation, filtration and acoustic treatment. These requirements should be coordinated during design development rather than added after fabrication.


    Modular scenic media wall with adjustable mounts and space for future technology upgrades.

    Designing around only one equipment model can create expensive constraints when technology is later replaced.

    Museums, Visitor Centres and Experience Environments


    Museums and visitor centres often combine scenic construction, architectural finishes, graphics, display cases, lighting, interactive technology and interpretation elements within a single environment.


    These installations must balance visual quality with public safety, accessibility, conservation requirements and operational practicality. High visitor numbers can place significant demands on flooring transitions, handrails, interactive components, display edges and queueing areas.


    Experience centres may introduce additional complexity through moving features, immersive lighting, projection surfaces, automated sequences and concealed technical systems. The scenic construction must provide the required visual effect while allowing technicians to reach the equipment behind it.


    Public-facing installations also require careful consideration of misuse and unexpected interaction. Visitors may lean against elements, touch surfaces that were not intended to be touched or place loads on projections and ledges. Scenic engineering should anticipate these behaviours rather than relying entirely on signage or supervision.


    Museum interpretation environment combining scenic fabrication, bespoke joinery, graphics and integrated technology.

    Museums and visitor centres require many specialist fabricated systems to work together as one coherent environment.

    Establishing Operational Ownership


    One of the most important long-term considerations is deciding who owns the installation after handover. Responsibility may be divided between the client, venue operator, facilities management team, technology supplier, specialist maintenance contractor and original fabricator. Unless these roles are clearly defined, small issues can remain unresolved until they develop into larger failures.


    A practical operational plan should identify:

    • Who carries out routine inspections
    • Who approves repairs
    • Who maintains integrated technology
    • Which components have warranties
    • Which materials require specialist cleaning
    • Who holds spare parts and finish samples
    • When preventative maintenance should take place
    • Who updates drawings and technical records after modifications

    Operational ownership should be agreed before the installation opens. This allows maintenance access, documentation and spare-part requirements to be incorporated into the fabrication process.


    For complex environments, the handover should include more than a set of drawings. Maintenance manuals, material schedules, paint references, equipment data, inspection requirements and replacement procedures can all support the long-term operation of the installation.


    Preventative Maintenance and Inspection


    Preventative maintenance is usually more effective than waiting for visible failure. Regular inspections can identify loose fixings, surface damage, water ingress, movement, worn components and ventilation problems before they become serious. Inspection frequency should reflect the type of installation, its environment and the level of public interaction.


    Outdoor installations may require checks after severe weather, while interactive exhibits may need frequent operational inspections. Suspended structures, mechanical systems and load-bearing public elements may require formal inspection by competent specialists.


    Maintenance information should be realistic and easy to follow. Overly complicated procedures are unlikely to be completed consistently. Clear inspection points, labelled access panels and concise maintenance schedules help operational teams manage the environment effectively.

    Scenic structure inspection checking fixings, surface wear, ventilation and moisture protection.

    Regular inspections can identify movement, wear, loose fixings and environmental damage at an early stage.

    Designing for Repair, Adaptation and Refurbishment


    Long-term environments are rarely completely static. Graphics may be updated, exhibitions may change and technology may be replaced. Some spaces are refurbished gradually rather than removed and rebuilt in a single phase.


    Modular construction can support this process. Replaceable graphic panels, demountable display units and mechanically fixed scenic components allow selected areas to be updated without affecting the wider installation.


    Standardising concealed fixings and internal components can also simplify future repairs. Bespoke visible forms may still be required, but the systems behind them can often be rationalised.


    Documentation should be updated whenever significant modifications are made. Without accurate records, maintenance teams may not know which materials, fixings or services are concealed behind finished surfaces.

    Museum scenic environment adapted with updated graphics and technology while retaining fabricated structures.

    Long-term environments often evolve gradually through content, technology and finish updates rather than complete replacement.

    Thinking Beyond Installation Day


    Successful long-term installations balance immediate project objectives with future operational realities. The most effective environments are not only visually convincing when they open; they remain safe, functional and practical to operate years after the original installation has been completed.


    This requires collaboration between creative designers, technical designers, engineers, fabricators, technology specialists and operational teams. Decisions made during early design development can reduce future maintenance costs, improve safety and extend the useful life of the environment.


    For scenic fabricators, designing for long-term operation means thinking beyond the completed appearance. It means considering how structures will be inspected, how finishes will be repaired, how technology will be upgraded and how the installation will eventually be adapted or dismantled. The quality of a long-term installation is ultimately measured not only by how it looks on opening day, but by how successfully it continues to perform throughout its complete operational life.

    Long-term visitor environment with durable scenic finishes, aligned joinery and integrated displays.

    A successful installation continues to look convincing and operate safely long after its opening day.

  • Ideas Festival Abu Dhabi – Scenic Design and Cultural Installations (2019)

    Custom acrylic and graphic details integrated into geometric scenic display structures.

    Ideas festivals need environments that encourage conversation, discovery and collaboration among audiences with different interests and backgrounds. For the 2019 Ideas Festival at NYU Abu Dhabi, Tamkeen commissioned Evolution Scenic to create an engaging event environment centred on culture, knowledge and innovation.


    The festival welcomed adults, teenagers and young professionals while providing a platform for thinkers, innovators and influencers from the UAE, the GCC and beyond.


    Evolution Scenic designed and fabricated large-scale artistic installations combining geometric timber structures with vibrant graphics. Multi-functional scenic spaces were also created for discussions, workshops and networking activities.

    The Challenge


    The event environment needed to appeal to a broad audience while supporting several different forms of participation. Discussions, workshops, networking and informal interaction each required spaces suited to their specific purpose.


    The scenic design also needed to communicate Abu Dhabi’s identity as a modern, knowledge-driven capital while celebrating UAE culture and the city’s growing role as a centre for creativity and innovation.


    These ideas had to be translated into visually distinctive structures without limiting the flexibility required by the festival programme.

    The Solution


    Evolution Scenic designed and fabricated large-scale art installations using geometric timber structures and vibrant applied graphics.


    The combination of three-dimensional forms and bold graphic treatments created a recognisable visual identity for the festival while expressing themes of culture, knowledge and innovation.


    Versatile scenic elements were produced to support discussions, workshops and networking activities. These multi-functional environments enabled the event programme to accommodate different formats and audience groups within a coordinated setting.


    Thematic features inspired by UAE culture and Abu Dhabi’s position as a centre for knowledge and creativity were incorporated throughout the scenic approach.


    Detailed fabrication and high-quality finishing ensured the individual installations formed a polished and immersive environment across the festival.

    Delivery Highlights


    • Scenic production for the Ideas Festival
    • Installation at NYU Abu Dhabi
    • Large-scale artistic installations
    • Geometric timber structures
    • Vibrant applied graphics
    • Multi-functional festival spaces
    • Discussion environments
    • Workshop areas
    • Networking spaces
    • Design for adults and younger audiences
    • Integration of UAE cultural themes
    • Visual storytelling around knowledge and innovation
    • Detailed scenic fabrication
    • High-quality finishes
    • Venue installation


    Outcome


    The completed environment supported a varied programme of discussions, workshops and networking while giving the festival a strong visual identity.


    Large-scale geometric installations and colourful graphics created distinctive focal points throughout the venue. Flexible scenic spaces allowed different audience groups to participate in the festival’s activities and connect with one another.


    Through considered design, specialist timber fabrication and detailed finishing, Evolution Scenic created an environment that reflected the festival’s focus on culture, creativity and knowledge sharing.

    Project Ecosystem


    Evolution Scenic – Scenic design, large-scale art installations, geometric timber fabrication, graphic integration, multi-functional event spaces, cultural features, finishing and venue installation.

  • Atlantis The Royal Grand Reveal – Bespoke Scenic Fabrication, Dubai (2023)

    Branded registration counter with acrylic panels and precision-applied vinyl graphics.

    Luxury opening events require scenic fabrication to complement the character of the venue while introducing distinctive moments of branding, art and guest engagement.


    From 20 to 22 January 2023, Atlantis The Royal marked its grand opening on Palm Jumeirah with an exclusive event attended by VIP guests and international celebrities.


    Evolution Scenic fabricated and installed a collection of bespoke scenic features across the hotel. The delivery included a large freestanding 818 Tequila bottle sculpture, custom scenic structures, precision metalwork, acrylic and vinyl branding elements and tailored fabric installations.

    The Challenge


    The scenic package needed to complement the scale and architectural character of Atlantis The Royal without competing with the hotel’s existing design.


    Each installation required a refined finish suitable for a luxury environment. This applied equally to sculptural pieces, structural metalwork, branded panels and textile features.


    The freestanding 818 Tequila bottle presented a specific fabrication challenge. Its large scale required a lightweight internal form with sufficient reinforcement to remain stable and durable during the event.


    Tight production deadlines and late-stage adjustments also required the team to adapt fabrication details while protecting the quality and consistency of the finished installations.

    The Solution


    Evolution Scenic fabricated a large-scale freestanding sculpture based on an 818 Tequila bottle. The core form was produced from expanded polystyrene and reinforced with fibreglass to combine low weight with greater strength.


    Detailed scenic painting recreated the bottle’s visual characteristics and provided a durable finished surface suitable for prominent display.


    Additional large-scale scenic structures were produced for locations throughout the hotel. Their proportions, materials and finishes were developed to sit comfortably within the venue’s luxury interiors.


    Precision metalwork provided both decorative and functional components across the installation. High-resolution printed panels, acrylic branding features and vinyl graphics introduced visual identity without compromising the overall scenic finish.


    Custom drapery and textile installations added softness, texture and depth to selected spaces.

    CNC routing and laser-cutting technologies were used where accurate profiles, repeatable components and precise detailing were required. The team adjusted production in response to late changes and completed the scenic package within the available programme.

    atlantis stage The Royal, Dubai 2023

    Delivery Highlights

    • Scenic delivery for the Atlantis The Royal grand reveal
    • Large freestanding 818 Tequila bottle
    • Expanded-polystyrene sculptural core
    • Fibreglass reinforcement
    • Detailed scenic painting
    • Large-scale scenic structures
    • Precision metal fabrication
    • Decorative and functional metalwork
    • High-resolution printed panels
    • Acrylic branding elements
    • Vinyl graphics
    • Custom drapery
    • Bespoke textile installations
    • CNC-routed components
    • Laser-cut detailing
    • Response to last-minute adjustments
    • Installation across the hotel
    • Delivery within a tight programme


    Outcome


    The completed installations introduced bespoke scenic and branded features throughout Atlantis The Royal while remaining consistent with the hotel’s architectural and interior character.


    The freestanding 818 Tequila bottle provided a recognisable sculptural focal point, combining a lightweight fabricated form with fibreglass reinforcement and detailed scenic finishing.


    Metalwork, printed panels, acrylic features, vinyl graphics and drapery extended the visual treatment across additional guest areas.


    Through coordinated fabrication and responsive production management, Evolution Scenic delivered the scenic package in time for the hotel’s grand-reveal programme.

    Branded fabric flags fabricated and installed throughout the outdoor scenic environment.

    Project Ecosystem


    Evolution Scenic – Large-scale sculpture, expanded-polystyrene fabrication, fibreglass reinforcement, scenic painting, custom structures, precision metalwork, branded panels, vinyl graphics, drapery, CNC production, laser cutting and venue installation.

  • Warner Bros Winter Stage – Scenic Fabrication & Performance Stage Build, Abu Dhabi (2023)

    Evolution Scenic illuminated Art Deco stage with clock tower, staircases and integrated video displays.

    Immersive performance environments require scenic elements to do more than create a visual backdrop. They must also support movement, access, live show technology and repeated performance while maintaining a consistent thematic finish. For a winter-themed entertainment event at Warner Bros Abu Dhabi, Evolution Scenic delivered a custom performance environment combining large-scale scenic fabrication, moving stage elements and detailed scenic finishing.


    The project included a rotating stage platform, an eight-metre-high central clock tower, sweeping Art Deco staircases, floating illuminated video screens and integrated performance technology. CNC milling, lightweight scenic construction and specialist scenic painting techniques were used throughout the build to achieve the required level of detail and visual consistency.

    Evolution Scenic motorised winter stage with eight-metre clock tower at Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi.

    The Challenge


    The project required several complex scenic and performance elements to operate together within one highly themed environment.


    The central clock tower needed to achieve significant scale without making the upper scenic section unnecessarily heavy. The rotating platform had to function as part of the main stage, while the staircases needed to provide both visual impact and practical access.


    The side screens also needed to appear visually lightweight while incorporating programmable internal illumination and integrated video content.


    Across all of these elements, the finishes had to remain consistent with the venue’s aesthetic, requiring multiple scenic treatments including marble effects, rustic gold detailing, sand-like cement textures and multi-coloured surface treatments.

    Engineered scenic stage integrating structural fabrication, movement, screens and performer access.

    The Solution


    Evolution Scenic fabricated a fully functional rotating platform and integrated it into the main stage, allowing the performance area to support more dynamic staging and movement.


    An eight-metre-high central clock tower was built as the principal scenic focal point. To reduce weight at height, the upper section was fabricated from styrofoam and protected with a durable hard coating. Detailed scenic painting was then applied across the structure, including marble effects, rustic gold accents and a multi-coloured rammed finish.


    Two sweeping Art Deco staircases were designed and constructed to frame the central stage area while also providing functional performer access.


    Custom side screens were developed to create a floating visual effect. These scenic structures incorporated programmable internal illumination together with integrated video panels, allowing them to contribute both architectural form and digital content to the performance environment.


    Fog machines, CO2 jets and programmable lighting were integrated into the wider stage environment to increase the range of effects available during live performances.


    CNC milling and advanced fabrication techniques were used where required to achieve accurate forms and detailing across the scenic package. Specialist finishes, including sand-like cement textures, marble treatments and metallic highlights, were applied throughout to visually connect the different structures.

    Evolution Scenic six-metre motorised revolve engineered beneath the custom winter stage.

    Delivery Highlights


    • Scenic fabrication for a winter-themed Warner Bros entertainment event.

    • Fully functional rotating stage platform.

    • Integration of the rotating platform into the main stage.

    • 8m-high central clock tower.

    • Lightweight styrofoam upper clock tower section.

    • Durable hard-coated scenic surfaces.

    • Detailed scenic painting.

    • Marble-effect finishes.

    • Rustic gold detailing.

    • Multi-coloured rammed-effect treatment.

    • Two sweeping Art Deco staircases.

    • Functional stage access integrated into scenic structures.

    • Custom floating side screens.

    • Programmable internal illumination.

    • Integrated video panels.

    • Fog machine integration.

    • CO2 jet integration.

    • Programmable stage lighting.

    • CNC milling.

    • Sand-like cement scenic textures.

    • Metallic scenic highlights.

    • Large-scale scenic fabrication and installation.

    Evolution Scenic eight-metre clock tower fabricated around a structural steel internal frame.

    Outcome


    The completed Warner Bros Winter Stage created a visually rich and operationally flexible performance environment combining scenic architecture, moving stage elements, integrated screens and live show effects.


    The eight-metre clock tower established a strong central focal point, while the sweeping staircases and illuminated side screens extended the visual composition across the stage. The rotating platform introduced movement into the performance environment, and the integrated fog, CO2 and lighting systems supported a wider range of live show moments.


    The project demonstrates Evolution Scenic’s ability to combine scenic fabrication with moving structures, lightweight construction methods, CNC production and specialist finishing techniques to deliver complex entertainment environments where visual detail and performance functionality must work together.

    Curved performer-access staircases combining structural metalwork, CNC details and scenic finishes.

    Project Ecosystem


    Evolution Scenic – Scenic fabrication, rotating stage platform, clock tower construction, Art Deco staircases, floating screen structures, lightweight scenic fabrication, CNC milling, scenic painting, specialist finishes, stage technology integration, delivery and installation.

  • Cirque du Soleil: Saudi National Day – Bespoke Scenic Fabrication, Riyadh (2022)

    Evolution Scenic split-rock structures rising from the Saudi National Day water stage.

    Producing scenic elements for a Cirque du Soleil performance demands an exact balance of artistic interpretation, structural integrity and specialist craftsmanship. For Saudi National Day 2022, Evolution Scenic was entrusted with transforming stage designs by Stéphane Roy into fabricated scenic elements for a live performance in Riyadh.


    The project combined metalwork, fibreglass, carpentry, three-dimensional production, scenic painting and specialist finishing. Every component needed to reflect the artistic direction of the show while meeting the practical demands of transportation, installation and live performance.

    Evolution Scenic managed the process from technical development and fabrication through to transportation from Jebel Ali in Dubai and installation in Riyadh.

    The Challenge


    Stéphane Roy’s designs needed to be translated into physical scenic elements without losing their intended scale, character or visual detail. The completed components also had to meet the production standards associated with Cirque du Soleil.


    Different fabrication disciplines were required across the project. Metal, fibreglass, carpentry and three-dimensional production techniques needed to be coordinated to deliver bespoke props and structural elements with the necessary strength and visual impact.


    The entire scenic package then had to be transported from Evolution Scenic’s facility in Jebel Ali to Riyadh. This required careful logistical coordination to protect the fabricated elements and support an efficient installation upon arrival.

    The Solution


    Evolution Scenic developed the technical and fabrication requirements needed to transform the supplied stage designs into buildable scenic elements.


    Metal fabrication provided strength and structural support, while carpentry and fibreglass production enabled the creation of bespoke forms, surfaces and detailed features. Three-dimensional production techniques were used where complex sculptural components were required.


    Custom stage props and structural elements were fabricated to align with the artistic language of the performance. Detailed scenic painting and specialist finishing techniques were then applied to create the required visual character and strengthen the immersive quality of the stage environment.


    Once fabrication was complete, Evolution Scenic coordinated the transportation of the scenic package from Jebel Ali, Dubai, to Riyadh. The team also supported the on-site setup and installation, ensuring that the individual elements came together as intended within the finished performance environment.

    Delivery Highlights


    • Scenic production for Saudi National Day 2022
    • Interpretation of stage designs by Stéphane Roy
    • Technical development and fabrication planning
    • Bespoke scenic elements
    • Custom performance props
    • Structural scenic components
    • Specialist metal fabrication
    • Fibreglass production
    • Scenic carpentry
    • Three-dimensional production techniques
    • Detailed scenic painting
    • Specialist surface finishes
    • Transportation from Jebel Ali to Riyadh
    • On-site setup and installation
    • Delivery for a Cirque du Soleil performance

    Outcome


    The completed scenic package transformed the original stage designs into a physical performance environment suited to Cirque du Soleil’s Saudi National Day production.


    The combination of structural fabrication, sculptural production, scenic painting and detailed finishing gave each element the strength and visual presence required for the show. Coordinated transportation and installation ensured the scenic components travelled successfully from Dubai to Riyadh and were assembled on site.


    The project demonstrated Evolution Scenic’s ability to interpret ambitious creative designs and deliver technically developed scenic elements across multiple fabrication disciplines for a major international live performance.

    Project Ecosystem


    Evolution Scenic – Technical development, metal fabrication, fibreglass production, carpentry, three-dimensional production, bespoke props, structural scenic elements, scenic painting, finishing, transportation and installation.