A testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess, a new 564-kilometer highway connecting Saudi Arabia and Oman has been hailed as a remarkable achievement. The road, which traverses the unforgiving Empty Quarter desert, is set to revolutionize transportation and trade between the two Gulf nations. This impressive stretch traverses the harsh terrain of the Empty
Italian football club A.S. Roma has released images showcasing its project for a new home stadium, designed by sports-focused architecture office Populous. In addition to improving the experience of fans, the design also aims to appeal to the broader community by providing a varied and multifunctional space. The stadium is set to become the permanent
The significance of construction consultancy in building projects cannot be overstated. As global demand for sophisticated buildings increases, skyscrapers and towering structures rise to dominate the skyline. In a world constrained by limited land resources, the vertical growth of commercial and office spaces necessitates cutting-edge technological innovations. It is here that qualified experts from reputable
The impact of climate change is being felt worldwide. In April 2024, the UAE experienced its heaviest rainfall in 75 years, catching many developers off guard with its repercussions on the built environment and surrounding infrastructure. In today’s rapidly evolving world, the importance of building safety cannot be overstated. Recent events serve as a wakeup
Peak Summit Development announces the second phase of The Orchard Place, a luxury European inspired residential community in the heart of Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai, following the complete sale of units in Towers A and B. Demand for the units was driven by the well-appointed living spaces, attention to detail and contemporary finishings, as well
Emaar Properties has announced a monumental expansion of Dubai Mall, which will include 240 new luxury stores and food and beverage outlets. This project represents an investment of 1.5 billion dirhams, and the contractor is already mobilising on-site. Announcing the impressive enhancement, Mohamed Alabbar stated, “The new Dubai Mall expansion is a great addition to
Select Group, a leading real estate developer headquartered in Dubai, has announced the launch of Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina, marking a new chapter in ultra-luxury living. This significant milestone in architectural excellence is set to claim the title of the ‘tallest residential tower globally’ as it reshapes the Dubai Marina skyline, reaching a height
Qatar has broken ground on its national pavilion for the Expo 2025 Osaka event to be held next year in Kansai, Japan, under the theme ‘Designing Future Society for Our Lives’. The pavilion was designed together by Qatar Museums and Kengo Kuma & Associates after extensive visits to Doha by the designers. The total area
Egyptian developer DIG will invest one billion Egyptian pounds ($21 million) in construction work throughout 2024, the company’s chairman Hussein Salah said. Salah’s announcement comes alongside news of a partnership with Al-Tabarak Construction Engineering Works. This collaboration aims to accelerate existing projects in East and West Cairo, while also paving the way for new developments.
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru have developed a unique material that could replace natural sand in construction. Natural sand is already getting scarce, making it crucial to find new alternatives. The researchers at IISc’s Centre for Sustainable Technologies (CST) are looking at ways to store carbon dioxide from industrial flue gas in
