New Millennium School, Dubai

GEMS NMS: Reception Space Transformation

Overview

The Millennium School Dubai invited Praxis to rethink and modernise its reception foyer as part of its twentieth year. As one of GEMS’ long-standing CBSE schools, the space needed an update that reflected how far the institution had progressed, without losing the familiarity parents and students valued. Our task was to create a welcoming, contemporary first impression that aligned with the school’s forward-looking identity.

The Challenge

The reception foyer was rooted in its original layout and design, resulting in a dated experience that did not match the school’s growth or evolving community needs. Traffic flow was crowded during peak hours, parent waiting zones lacked structure, and the visual identity no longer reflected the school’s modern aspirations. The challenge was to transform a legacy space into one that communicated clarity, warmth, and progress without disrupting daily operations.

The Solution

Praxis redesigned the entire reception zone with a clean white and dark oak palette that elevated the atmosphere and created visual continuity. The layout was reworked to improve movement and accessibility, introducing clearly defined engagement areas for parents and visitors. Integrated wall graphics and purposeful communication points reinforced the school’s ethos, giving the space both function and personality. The result was a reception that feels fresh, intuitive, and aligned with the school’s future.