Groups of luminaires represent Indigenous themes of fire, water, earth and air in a Saskatchewan hotelThe Indigenous themes of fire, water, earth and air are represented in specific areas of the Dakota Dunes Resort Hotel in Saskatchewan, operated by Whitecap Dakota First Nation. aodbt architecture + interior design in collaboration with LEMAYMICHAUD Architecture Design incorporated these themes to create a cultural experience for guests as they move about the resort. The initial design called for custom lighting fixtures. However, the pandemic prompted a redesign using Eureka Lighting luminaires for several areas of the hotel.
Water is the theme for the exhibit corridor. Floor-to-ceiling windows line one side, while luminaires in the shape of droplets are suspended over exhibit cases, which display Indigenous artifacts and gift shop items. The clean, minimalist pendant features an artisanal casted-glass disc. Light is blended through an internal diffuser, sending warm illumination over the cases below. Photo: King Rose Visuals
The importance of the cattle industry, and the role of the bison in traditional Indigenous culture, is represented in the restaurant and bar through the color palettes, fabric and graphics. Four luminaires suspended below acoustic bulkheads illuminate the seating areas. Nine light sources around each 42-in. diameter ring provide uplight to the wooden bulkheads and downlight to the tables. Photo: King Rose Visuals
Pendant and surface mounts along ceiling tracks provide ambient lighting along the corridor. The luminaires spotlight decorative features along the hallway while illuminating the floor below. A black finish against a black track and ceiling ensures that it effectively blends into its environment. Photo: King Rose Visuals
The shape and felt panels of fixtures in the bar area subtly represent basket weaving. Ten oversized pendants are suspended randomly and at different heights across the elevated bar ceiling, bringing down the visual volume of the space. In two neutral colors, the luminaires complement the textures and colors in the rest of the room. The pendants’ acoustic properties also help control the ambient noise bouncing off the high ceilings and cement floors. Photo: King Rose Visuals
Guest rooms reflect the air theme, with ample natural light, patterning in the carpet and a lighter color palette. A headdress photo has been transformed into graphic wallpaper behind every room’s headboard. In place of standard table lamps, designers used sleek pendants above each nightstand. With a small 2.75-in. aperture, the 18-in. high black pendants are discreet while directing a narrow beam of light over the surface. Photo: King Rose Visuals