The W Abu Dhabi on Yas Island is one of the world’s most celebrated architectural lighting landmarks. First illuminated in 2010, it set the benchmark for creative façade lighting. In 2020, Media Facade became the first Chinese independent brand to deliver a full upgrade, supplying customized MF-C131 fixtures and an advanced control system with a 10-year warranty. Powered by TouchDesigner, the system enables complex sequences and dynamic visuals, including the illusion of a giant whale gliding across the waterfront — reinforcing the building’s status as a global design icon.