The OWO, Whitehall, London – 2025 IALD Awards

Following recent success at the AHEAD Europe Awards, dpa are thrilled to share that The OWO, London has received an “Award of Merit” at the 2025 IALD Awards, held on 7th May 2025 in Las Vegas. As the lighting industry’s longest running and most respected accolades, recognition from the International Association of Lighting Designers is a true honour.

A project of this scale and historical importance demands the expertise of an exceptional team. dpa were fortunate to collaborate with Raffles London at The OWO, Architect EPR, and several world-renowned Interior Design studios. Like any ambitious undertaking, the success of The OWO was made possible through strong collaboration and seamless communication across disciplines.

To see this iconic building brought back to life with such care, precision, and vision, and to have that effort acknowledged by the IALD is incredibly special.

Watch the 2025 IALD Awards “Spotlight” video for The OWO, London here.

You can read more about this project here.

Joint Shareholders: Hinduja Group and Onex Holding
Hotel Operator: Raffles London at The OWO
Architect: EPR Architects
Designers: 
Raffles London at The OWO: The Office of Thierry W Despont
The Guerlain Spa/Swimming Pool and Wellness Areas: Goddard Littlefair
The OWO Residences by Raffles: 1508 London (Public Areas and Apartments Base Build) & Winch Design (Penthouse)
Landscaped Residents’ Garden: Marcus Barnett and The Gardenists
Water Feature in Grand Courtyard: DaeWha Kang Studio
Photography: Courtesy of The OWO and Raffles London at The OWO and James Newton