...Starts with an idea
Architecture
Experience Design
Art & Misc
"In a world where stories shape our experiences, design invites us to explore and engage with culture in transformative ways, bridging the past and present while inspiring future narratives"
Ohireme Uanzekin
Award-winning creative, RIBA Part 1 Architect, passionate about crafting immersive narratives that blend culture with experiential design. I was exposed to a plethora of hands-on experiences from an early age, fostering my love for innovative, outside the-box thinking.
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Selected works - Nov 2024
Architecture
Experience Design
EPSON Experience Center
Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2023
Working alongside the creative director, we set to temporarily transform downtown Lagos into a Pan-African hub for creatives, celebrating the vibrant intersection of performance, community, and innovation.Supported by the Lagos State Tourism Ministry, Afropolis was a first-of-its-kind groundbreaking 9 day event, which held in October 2024.
Ayong & the Stone
Themed Attraction Showcase 2023
Working alongside the creative director, we set to temporarily transform downtown Lagos into a Pan-African hub for creatives, celebrating the vibrant intersection of performance, community, and innovation. Supported by the Lagos State Tourism Ministry, Afropolis was a first-of-its-kind groundbreaking 9 day event, which held in October 2024.
Fantasy Castle
Conceptual 2022
Inspired by the Disney Castles it combines breathtaking ambience with interative storytelling, inviting guests to experience the spellbinding adventures of the
two main protagonists.
Art & Misc
Unfolding Narratives
Earth - Space - Story
Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Ohireme Uanzekin is an award-winning creative specializing in immersive narratives that bridge culture and experiential design. With a foundation in architecture, he brings a unique perspective to every project, having been exposed to diverse hands-on experiences from an early age. His passion lies in blending innovation with out-of-the-box thinking.In 2015, as a junior secondary school student, Ohireme achieved first place in the Heritage Bank Art Competition, up against both junior and senior categories, surpassing students from multiple schools across Lagos state.As a side passion in 2017, he shared his expertise and creativity through YouTube videos, combining his passions for themed entertainment, architecture, and creative gaming, where he got to collaborate with game brands as well as other creators.Since then he continued to build his skills that have earned accolades. Ohireme continues to push boundaries in storytelling and innovation, blending culture and design to create immersive, meaningful experiences.
Recognitions
2025 - Dubai Design District Award for emerging talent (Middle East)
Issued by Dubai Design District TECOM2025 - 1st Runner Up, Landscape Middle East Awards (Next Gen Vision)2025 - Research Finalist for dissertation paper “Architecture of Gamification” at Abu Dhabi University Innovation Competition2025 - Watt Club Medal for Distinction in Architecture (International) Heriot-Watt University2024 - RIBA Future Architects Showcase
Issued by Royal Institute of British Architects - Gulf2024 - INSPIRE Talent Award (Hollywood, CA) Organized by BigBreak Foundation & Themed Entertainment Association (International)2024 - 3rd Place Paradyz Designers Challenge (International)
Organized by Paradyz2023 - 1st Place Consentino Design Challenge (International)
Organized by CONSENTINO LLC2023 - 1st Place & Best in Masterplanning
Themed Attractions Showcase (International)
Organized by Themed Attractions.com2015 - 1st Place Heritage Bank Art
Competition (Lagos, Statewide)
