ANS Global living wall at National Grid by One World Design Architects While car parks may rank fairly low on an aesthetic scale and are often viewed as unattractive blots…
By Swati Rokade With the UAE hosting the Climate Change ‘Conference of the Parties’ (COP28) in Abu Dhabi in November 2023 we, as architects, are reminded of the impact our…
Located on the Northern Ring Road Al Gadeer Area in the rapidly growing area of Riyadh is the unique Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Financial District, DoubleTree by Hilton Riyadh Financial…
Christine Espinosa-Erlanda joins Architecture Industry Advisory Board
Senior Associate, Christine Espinosa-Erlanda has been invited to join the Heriot Watt University Dubai Campus Architecture Industry Advisory Board (AIAB). Attending her first meeting recently Christine joined industry colleagues and…
By Christine Espinosa-ErlandaThere currently exists a disconnect between the academic field and professional practice. For years academics in this region have been employing traditional ways of teaching but neglecting, to…
Beyond the Walls: Exploring challenges to design, gender and being a mentor
Reham Yehia Hussien from GAJ and Mariska Stoffel from Killa Design talk about the challenges pertaining to the industry and how gender plays a role in the same. by Suha Sabith…
As we recognise and celebrate International Women’s Day we asked some of our team to give us their thoughts on what International Women’s Day means to them. Here’s what they…
Arcadia High School Recognised as Most Sustainable Project by Love That Design
The inaugural sustainability awards by Love That Design in partnership with Surge was a gathering of companies who share the same values and who strive to ensure the industry is…
Characteristics and Properties of a Sustainable Façade
A sustainable façade should strike a balance between sound, light, security, heat, air, and views, as well as social equality and economic viability over time. To offer a comfortable and…
Our Latest Project: DoubleTree by Hilton Sharjah Waterfront Hotel & Residences
Inspired by Sharjah’s unique heritage and culture, the DoubleTree by Hilton Sharjah Waterfront Hotel & Residences sits comfortably within its environment as a modern interpretation of a classic design inspired…