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EDITOR’S NOTE In this issue, Liveable, interconnected cities are critical to our prosperity, but what makes a city liveable? This is the key focus of our July edition. However, I believe this can only be answered when the issue of sustainability is simultaneously addressed, as we do on page 18. Muhammad Obaid, Principal architect at Emkaan architecture and Engineering Consultancy, believes that technology will have a significant contribution towards Dubai becoming a smart and liveable city with the help of driver-less cars and drones that will minimise traffic and therefore free up congested roads. He also points to the importance of creating micro-climates that can alter temperatures and therefore create more harmonious environments for residents. Read more from him on page 30. We also meet the designers behind the Luxemburg Pavilion for the Expo 2020. They have taken inspiration from the small country’s ambitious outlook and have replicated the notion of the circular economy by using a Möbius strip, representing a circular economy. See more on page 20. We also look at community inspired projects that interconnect their inhabitants by providing safe and inspiring environments, from a school in Dubai to a public park in Malaysia. Enjoy the issue!

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CONTENTS 20 July 2017 - Issue 121

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The Sustainable future of Landscaping Creating a Pavilion for Expo 2020 A Modern Green Oasis The priority in future urban planning Weed control in turf landscapes Designing an Education Hub Inside Look at Pyin Sa Island Resort

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During the mangroves planting event organized by Dubai Municipality at Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary on Monday as part of its World Environment Day activities; Sea turtle release.

2000 mangroves planted with community participation

Dubai Municipality embraces spirit of Year of Giving in observing World Environment Day Dubai Municipality’s Environment Department organized a Mangrove tree planting event at Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary on Monday to mark the close of its activities for the World Environment Day. A total of 2,000 mangroves were planted, enhancing existing mangrove forests. The public were invited to bring their families to volunteer and join the Environment Department in giving back to nature. “Given the theme for World Environment Day this year – connecting people to nature – this activity was a fitting and rewarding volunteering opportunity,” said Eng. Alya Al Harmoudi, Director of Environment Department at Dubai Municipality. “During this year’s Car Free Day initiative, Dubai Municipality had announced that it would plant the number of mangroves that would absorb the amount of carbon dioxide that would have been emitted by the number of cars that were not driven on that day,” she said. “As the Year of Giving is a priority for Dubai Municipality we wanted to link our activities during the World Environment Day with that. We believe it aligns with our own values and beliefs and we strive to pioneer initiatives, support projects and create opportunities all in the name of The Year of Giving. There are many ways to give, including giving to nature and to the community and we want to encourage people to join us in this giving by providing opportunities for them to do so,” said Al Harmoudi. Ms. Tasnim Al Falasi, Head of the Environment Awareness Section said that the Mangrove tree is a very important species as it provides important habitats and feeding grounds for visiting and migratory birds. “Mangrove roots also bind sand and prevent the erosion of our coasts from wave activity. Mangrove forests absorb five times more

carbon dioxide from the air than other tree species and so help us improve our air quality,” she said. “On 26th May, Dubai Municipality had released 40 rehabilitated rescued sea turtles at the Jebel Ali Marine Reserve. These turtles were the critically endangered Hawksbill turtles, a species that was hunted to near extinction for its beautiful shell and they were also a victim of boat injuries and by-catch from fishing,” said Al Falasi. “When injured turtles are found on the beach, the public are asked to take them to the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, where they are nursed back to health before being released at the sanctuary,” she said. “Following this, on 5th June, 70 Hawksbill hatchlings emerged from their nests to the delight of those volunteers who arrived to plant their mangrove trees. These nests had been relocated to a protected nursery at Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary to prevent predation from foxes and inundation from the sea. In some cases turtles, particular first-timenesters, will lay their eggs too close to the high-tide line, so when the tide rises too high, the nest becomes flooded and the eggs perish. Also, left unprotected, nests often become the victim of predation by foxes and other such scavengers,” said Al Falasi. “The community members were invited to volunteer for this worthwhile conservation effort and aid these freshly hatched turtles on their journey to the sea,” she said. Al Falasi said that Dubai Municipality hopes these initiatives will inspire the community to become further involved in conservation and species protection programs, building a strong and dedicated volunteering community.

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The architectural metalwork specialist Based in the UK, m-tec is an architectural metalwork specialist with over 35 years’ of stainless steel fabrication expertise. Working closely with artists and architects in the Middle East and across the world, the fabrication experts design and manufacture a range of innovative public art products such as sculptures, canopies, bridges and bespoke architectural metalwork pieces in-house. Technology underpins m-tec’s entire operation, and continuous investments in the latest laser cutting and bending technology as well as the latest 3D drawing capabilities mean the team can bring even the most complex concepts to life. As part of a wider engineering company, over 800 highlyskilled personnel operate from 600,000 sq. ft. of design and manufacturing facilities, allowing the company to deliver projects to the highest standards and to the agreed schedule. Recent work from m-tec includes the Minaret-Like Sculpture in Brick Lane, London which was designed by DGA Architects. The sculpture is part of an extension to the Brick Lane Jamme Masjid, a Grade II listed building dated from 1743 and a centrepiece of the Brick Lane cultural trail. Tom Elliot, Divisional Manager at m-tec, said: “This sculpture represents new standards in stainless steel public art, featuring cutting edge architectural metal fabrication techniques to draw visitors to the area. “Our highly-skilled fabrication workforce always accomplish projects with skill, professionalism and originality and this iconic sculpture will remain a focal point on Brick Lane for many years to come.” Other international projects include the five metre World Globe Sculpture which stands on a prominent roundabout in Uyo, Nigeria. The 316 bead blasted globe was shipped to West Africa after being manufactured at m-tec’s HQ, taking 19 days to reach its destination. Fabricated from stainless steel, the globe is tilted 23.5 degrees and rotates by a hydraulic motor as well as being lit by LED floodlights at night.

Sculptures are not m-tec’s only area of expertise, which was demonstrated by the manufacture of a 55 metre, 75 tonne fully stainless steel pedestrian walkway in Bristol, UK. The bridge was fabricated in-house from 2205 duplex stainless steel and was constructed from eight sections, which were then re-assembled and welded at the location to make one complete structure. Final polishing was undertaken and the completed pedestrian walkway was craned into place in one piece, making this one of m-tec’s most prestigious projects to date. These particular projects are some of the most high-profile architectural metalwork sculptures manufactured my m-tec which stand as impressive pieces of public art in gardens, towns and cities across the world, in particular the UAE.

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AUD design competition students with AUD faculty, Jury members and officials

Where Industry Meets Academics The spark to create this idea came from one of the AUD students Tania Mary George who collaborated with Simon Beckers of dormakaba to create designs for EXPO 2020 Opportunity and Sustainability Pavilions. They wanted to translate the design philosophy of the pavilions to the lever handles. “The only object you touch in a building is the Lever Handle. The design concept of the building should be conveyed through touch and feel.” Seeing the exciting results of this collaboration, Prof. Kristin Lee of AUD forwarded the proposal to Prof. Chadi El Tabbah. Prof. Kristin and Prof. Chadi saw the opportunity to involve their Interior Design Class and almost overnight merged the project into the curriculum. The objective was to create design proposals of lever handles for EXPO 2020 Mobility Pavilion. What followed was a series of interactions between dormakaba and the students, under the guiding leadership of Prof. Chadi. This inspired the students to create bespoke design proposals. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Uros Markovic of MERAAS said “It was a privilege to adjudicate the AUD/Dormakaba competition for design of the bespoke door handle for Expo 2020. The young men and women of 2017 class of AUD Interior design have shown great courage and determination in presenting their designs that epitomize the Dubai spirit of forever striving forward. Their presentations were well articulated, with confidence and professionalism beyond their years. It was truly both rewarding and humbling experience. A great future awaits these students and I encourage them to be brave, to follow their dreams and always strive for excellence.” Commenting on the upcoming competition, Mr. George Philip Vice President dormakaba Marketing Europe, Middle East & Africa said, “We at dormakaba are always looking at innovative ways to introduce designs that have a global benchmark and a local appeal. We

AUD students presenting their design proposals for Expo 2020.

From left: 1st Prize: Salwa Hassan, 2nd Prize: Lena Kinj and 3rd Prize: Nour Al Jaroudi

are delighted to invite young minds to share with us some futuristic designs that we could propose for the upcoming Mobility Pavilion for Dubai Expo 2020. We would like to compliment the vision of EXPO 2020 Dubai by bringing in world class standards and inviting the youth to partner with us. We want them to contribute by adding the local flavour for a sustainable cultural identity in line with the design philosophy of the pavilions.” Chadi El Tabbah, associate professor of interior design led this project stated: “Product to serve the human behaviour” was our target, and our collaboration with dormakaba, the leading company on security solutions and products have challenged our students to balance the ergonomic and the practical applications, the result was a distinctive design, the process was intense research, statements, modelling and a lot of passion. During this journey, each student was a unique individual, they all learned how to be sensitive to how people experience products and recognize the emotional connection to their surroundings. The project capitalized on some of the key strengths of AUD’s internationally recognized ID program: having a foot in the future, sensitivity to the human factor in design, integration of the ergonomic and technical, the need for differentiation through relevant distinctiveness… Student ability to analyze, conceive and express was challenged to the maximum, and their design education was furthered significantly by exposure to dormakaba, the leader in security solutions.”

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Campbell Gray Living Amman, is one of the region’s most stylish developments bringing a unique contemporary edge to Jordan and rivaling that of any luxury development in the world’s largest cosmopolitan cities such as New York or London.

Campbell Gray Living Amman is a mixed-use project offering residences, offices and retail space as well as a luxury hotel scheduled to open in 2019. Ideally located in the heart of the city’s new downtown area, Abdali, the residences offer the ultimate in contemporary design - overlooked by Gordon Campbell Gray himself - providing a product unlike anything else in Amman; a place where the jet-set can feel right at home. Gordon who is known for his chic sense of style and notorious love of art has managed, in consultation with a team of award-winning designers and architects, to create a stunning residential escape reminiscent of the spirt of some of the most iconic hotels that he has created including Le Gray, Beirut, One Aldwych in London and the recently relaunched The Phoenicia Malta. Commenting on the residences, Gordon Campbell Gray said, “I’ve always wanted the opportunity to create a living experience which feels like a hotel with the privacy of your own front door. All of the apartments have been designed around individuality, warmth and style.” When designing the façade, Paris-based A.S.Architecture-Studio set out to create an urban statement that could be visible across the city’s horizon. The two towers that make up the development are uniquely designed to mirror each other and are one of Amman’s most ambitious construction projects. The first tower which houses the residences, is made of pixelated glass combined with translucent marble whilst the hotel tower is made of transparent and blue screen printed glass reminiscent of the changing reflects of water. When looking at the residences Campbell Gray wanted to create spaces oozing with retro panache that were understatedly luxurious and warm. Working with London based award-winning studio, Martin Brundnizki Design they created exquisite designer one, two and three-bedroom apartments that are amongst the most stylish not just in Amman but

in the entire region. The level of detail and quality of craftsmanship is unparalleled, completely setting them apart from other developments in the area. The apartments come as semi-furnished with beautiful rich hardwood oak from Lebanon used throughout the open-plan living, kitchen and dining areas. The living room also features a built-in solid oak library which is perfect for displaying any booklover’s collection and Lutron’s latest smart home automation system ensures everything is controlled with the touch of a button. The kitchen comes complete with German Mielle appliances and is fully equipped with Leicht Kitchen cabinetry which is exclusive to Campbell Gray Living. Bedrooms and common areas feature bespoke Hermes and silk wallpaper and the bathrooms feature Dornbracht taps, Duravit washbasins as well as cast stone flooring and bespoke ceramic tiles. The art displayed through the entire development was hand-picked to include the work of renowned artists such as Huw Williams as well as that of local artists. The apartments are also available fully furnished on request with bespoke furnishing from Martin Brundnizki Design Studio. The style is contemporary with signature touches including hand-forged iron pendant lights with antique gold-leaf finishes, comfortable midcentury-inspired armchairs, sofas, and stylish coffee tables adding a sense of opulence. The jewel in the crown is the stunning rooftop leisure area, a private resort style retreat in the heart of the city, complete with a heated infinity-edge pool, private cabanas, teak loungers, fire-pit, a Jacuzzi and more. Sophisticated urban living at its best! The residences are available to GCC national, expats and investors looking into expanding their assets portfolio to include one of the most luxurious projects available in the regional market. Savills, one of the world’s leading residential real estate companies, is acting as exclusive sales agent for this truly spectacular development.

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Goumbook donates 10,000 indigenous ghaf trees back to the uae in celebration of eid al fitr and the 2017 ‘year of giving’ Unique Eid Al Fitr initiative is part of the “Give a Ghaf” Tree Planting Program Active since 2011, “Give a Ghaf” raises awareness about the UAE National tree, the Living Desert & water conservation.

All UAE land owners are invited to apply online for free trees: Ghaf trees consume very little water, enrich the soil, help fight climate change and can sequester up to 34.65kg of CO2 emissions per year each. a Ghaf tree requires only a couple of litres of water per day, compared to 200 litres a day for a date palm tree). Since 2011, Goumbook has already planted over 35,000 seeds and almost 10,000 trees through its “Give a Ghaf” tree planting program. Ghaf seeds are initially planted and nurtured in a nursery for about two years, until they grow into healthy seedlings. The young trees are then ready to be planted where natural shade and greenery are needed: these trees are planted by the collective efforts of individuals and corporations from all parts of society, and contribute to the biodiversity of the UAE.

This Eid Al Fitr, Goumbook, the leading social enterprise promoting sustainable living and green practices in the UAE, will celebrate the 2017 “Year of Giving” by donating 10,000 Ghaf trees back to the UAE as part of its “Give a Ghaf” campaign “The aim of the “Give a Ghaf” tree planting program is to make the UAE greener and more sustainable, and it is also a great opportunity to raise awareness about the local ecosystem and water conservation. By offering a home to these trees, UAE Nationals will take an active role in safeguarding the natural heritage of the UAE,” said Tatiana Antonelli Abella, MD and founder of Goumbook. An indigenous species, the Ghaf is the National tree of the UAE, as declared by Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Drought – tolerant and evergreen, the Ghaf tree is, possibly, the sturdiest plant of the harsh desert environment, with its unique ability to tap water stored deep in the sand and its roots penetrating as deep as 30 meters to access it. As such, the Ghaf tree requires very little irrigation to thrive and stay green (It is estimated that during the summer months

“We are ready to work with all landowners who are committed to making their land greener in a sustainable way, and we hope many Emiratis will get in contact with us to plant their national tree,” said again Tatiana Antonelli Abella. To order their complimentary Ghaf tree saplings (minimum quantity = 50), farmers and land owners need to email: giveaghaf@goumbook.com before the end of August. Trees will be ready for collection and/or delivery at the beginning of October ready to be planted.

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By: Michael Mascarenhas CEO, Desert Group

Landscape Sustainability is a common buzzword in the industry. But what does it really mean to the Landscaping sector within the region? The UAE has witnessed tremendous growth – and with it some stunning landscape projects. Anywhere else in the world, the mere thought of growing plants in a hot and dry desert environment would not have been palatable. Yet urban designers have made a brave attempt to keep pace with the demands of tourists and residents alike. Nurturing and maintaining greenery in a region with soring hot summer temperatures, scarce rainfall and vast amounts of direct sunlight, coupled with salty ground and high saline water tables is a tough feat. In a bid to transform the UAE, significant investments have been made in landscaping and horticultural projects. However, successful urban landscape planning does require vast amounts of irrigation water daily to ensure that landscapes are built and maintained to perfection. This in turn involves heavy usage and wastage of water and many other precious resources. Another important part is the cost involved in landscaping, which is often overlooked in the excitement of seeing things green. Thus, it is important that all urban planners, developers, environmental specialists and landscape architects renew their methodologies and practices to employ smart, sustainable, innovative and cost-effective landscaping techniques. Desert INK, a landscape design firm based in Dubai is one of the few, possibly the only company, that has a mission to include sustainable and inclusive designs wherever possible. Such new brave attempts are what is needed. Now landscape designs have evolved to include xeriscaping, water conservation and plant palettes to make landscaping more sustainable. There is a broad understanding in protecting the environment particularly with regards to fertilizers and pesticides – inorganic to organic, reduction in the use of lawn grass in areas and replacement of petrol and diesel equipment with more sustainable electric machinery. People are now beginning to realize the financial as well as environmental benefits of sustainable landscaping. “Nature compatible” is the word gaining ground, and xeriscaping is an ingenious way of achieving it. In fact my latest talk on Dubai Eye the business talk show, centered around xeriscaping. Xeriscaping is derived from the Greek word xerox, meaning dry. It refers to the creative use of landscaping and gardening to reduce or eliminate the need for supplemental water from irrigation. It is designed especially for areas that are susceptible to draught or properties that want to practice water conservation. Deciding the plant palette is an important component of xeriscaping. The use of native plants, shrubs and trees offers sustainable and effective

landscape solutions. Native species are resilient, beautiful, and have reduced water needs. Although people consider native plants as being sparse and scruffy, but that is their beauty, a beauty not found elsewhere. These plants are born to thrive on very little while other ornamental plants generally used in building grand landscapes are barely surviving in the arid condition of this region. They require much more water and maintenance, thus increasing the cost of the landscape plan. In cases where the landscape design requires the use of attractive tropical plants, the practice of Xeriscaping allows you to do so too, but with certain measures such as grouping plants with similar water requirements together. Segregating “thirsty” plants from those that require less water, will help save unnecessary watering for plants that do not require it. This will not only save water and money, but it can also save the plants, since many a plant is killed through over watering. Another common element in xeriscape landscaping is the reduction of lawn grass areas, as lawn grass is often one of the worst offenders against water conservation. It is necessary for landscape designers to reduce the use of lawn grass in areas that are not accessed for play or recreation and replacing it with the use of low growing native groundcover species that require less maintenance and use less water, but still provide a ‘green look’. Smart irrigation systems are also gaining great value. Most of the existing systems are time based. Introducing irrigation systems, which are based on plant needs such as soil moisture, transpiration from drying wind and other weather conditions, will help reduce a lot of wastage of important resources. The shift to sustainable landscaping encourages recycling green waste for use as mulch, compost and soil amelioration. Composting turns green waste into a range of high quality, natural soil conditioning products and potting mixes used in landscaping, horticulture and agriculture. These products take green waste back to earth, enriching the soil and helping to grow greener pastures. Recyclable green waste includes grass clippings, weeds, hedge trimmings, branches, leaves, floral decorations etc. Sustainable green landscape is important in every city’s architecture and urbanization as it contributes to a healthy living environment. These days, clients work within parameters that are both cost effective as well as environmentally conscious. In quality, they want reliability and world class standards. This has pushed landscape designers to raise the bar and focus on formulating inclusive designs adapted for the region, rather than focusing on superfluous and random designs that are at odds with the climate and culture of the region. Are we ready?

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I PAVILION After winning a competition for the honor of designing the Luxembourg Pavilion, Metaform architects together with The Space Factory scenographers sieged the opportunity to create something that would represent the country’s past, present and future. Hence, they decided the theme for Luxembourg’s pavilion at Dubai EXPO 2020 would be “opportunity”. The proposed pavilion is like the country: small and ambitious, intriguing and reassuring, and above all generous and open. The formal proposition is inspired by a Möbius strip, where twisting and folding of a ribbon results in one single surface, with no beginning and no end, symbolizing an infinity, and in the particular context of ‘cradle to cradle’, the circular economy. The pavilion is modeled and organized around this principle, while partial optimization of the width of a ribbon creates a needed shade and protection. A setback is created between the main walking street and the building itself, thus creating certain distance and space, allowing for the clear perception of the whole. The experience starts at the waiting line. A ramp, as a sort of a red carpet, as a guide invites the visitor to discover, leading the way between the inside and the outside skin of the building. The limit between interior and exterior is blurred. The single face of the ribbon is at one time a floor, a wall, a ceiling, hence the multilayered scenography canvas. Altogether, a continuous flux of images and people is being distributed from the starting point to the top second floor. Scenography and architecture are complementary, allowing the visitor to merge with the exhibition. In didactic, interactive and intuitive way, different projections and animations show the country and its inhabitants.

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The ground floor accommodates the storage area accessible from the back, restrooms, VIP suite and administration unit with the visibility over the central area, and the restaurant with an open kitchen and the gift shop oriented towards the front area. The first floor, accessible directly from the main ramp, is a multi-functional space. In case of a concert, reception, conference, the side door is closed, and the ramp guides visitors without interruption towards the top. In case of a temporary exhibition, the door serves as a barrier, and the indoor space becomes an intuitive part of the flow. The second floor is the highest reaching point, dedicated to the space themed exhibition. To reach the ground again, visitors can either take the stairs, elevator or for a more fun option, take a slide through the picturesque green patio.

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The journey from the bottom to the top is continuous but constantly changing. The visitor is moving between inner and outer protective skins, hence the feeling of being in and out at the same time. The proportions of the space change constantly, in terms of width, height, depth, view, perspective. Due to its very particular and unique landscape, Luxembourg City offers similar changes in perception. The aim was to give a hint of this experience while moving inside the pavilion too. At the same time, visual connections are created on different levels and between different stages, ambiances and attitudes of people, enhancing curiosity.

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Data Sheet Location: Dubai, UAE Client: GIE LUXEMBOURG @ EXPO2020DUBAI Architects: Metaform architects Scenography: The Space Factory Gross floor area: 2100 m² Gross volume: 13.900 m³ Year: 2017-2019 Awards: 1st prize in Dubai Expo2020 Competition for Luxembourg Pavilion

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Setia City Park is a contemporary mosaic of cultures and community in Malaysia By: STX Landscape Architects Setia City Park was designed to celebrate a modern, suburban district, composed of a variety of zones dedicated to recreation and relaxation for all ages. Surrounded by residential districts, industrial and commercial micro-cities, the city park was conceptualised based on the inherent desire for connectivity to play, within open and informal spaces in and around areas of work. Located in Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia, the park is a 7.25ha of public space that revived desolate landscapes into a vibrant pulse of activity islands, collectively known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;archipelagoâ&#x20AC;?, designed to synergise the delicate balance between human-use and nature.

The archipelago consists of islands, which became packets of activities, catering to both intimate and public functions, while making use of various sites and configurations. The islands are surrounded by a calming oasis, making it seemed like they were floating, independently from each other. By nature of design, these islands have the flexibility to change and reprogrammed as necessary. The placement and allocation of each landscape space is a unique manifestation of rigorous analysis, to appreciate the potential use of the land around the designated site and the relationship of the park throughout the community within Setia Alam. Setia City Park was designed to create a habitat for a variety of flora and fauna, thus increasing its surrounding biodiversity.

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The Oval Lawn At the heart of the project lies the oval lawn as the central point of convergence, with the aim of providing an open area that can cater for a multiplicity of different needs and recreational activities. The lawn is connected by bridges, like arteries, to five other activity islands. These bridges facilitate access to the different activity peninsulas such as the water jets plaza, the romantic theme garden, the formal garden, the lawn mound garden and the kids play garden. A performance stage deck is carved out at the southern tip of the lawn to accommodate to events and celebrations. When not used for formal occasions, the arena provides an informal space for socialisation and play. The final character of each island peninsula was a sensiblyplanned design corresponding to its immediate land-use requirements.

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Walkways connect all play areas strategically, while pockets of planting are designed into the area to exude a sense of sensitivity, apart from providing the necessary protection from heat and the comfort from natural and green elements surrounding the playground. The play equipment personifies a contemporary theme in mind, with minimalist design aesthetics that is unique, thoughtful and interactive. Bioretention Ponds Across the Persiaran Setia Dagang, two retention ponds with timber decks were planned into the design, with plants grouped in patterns, creating a visual intent that echoes the central park design form. A row of tall and mature royal palms lines the edge of the bio-retention pond and the roadway of the mall, acting as a formal green backdrop. These ponds were intentionally designed to utilise run-off water from the adjacent new developments. These bodies of water were harvested and reprocessed to create the self-sustaining bioretention ponds. Linear lawn steps were attached to the edge of the pond to cater for seating spaces. In the evenings, the lawn steps are lit with concealed lighting to enhance the night view along the pool’s edge, thus creating a dramatic glowing effect, seen rising from the earth mound. Water Jet Plaza Right at the main entrance to the Setia City Mall are the enchanting light fountain at the Water Jet Plaza. This colourful display of hues features over 120 water jets dancing and swaying in a delightful thematic and rhythmic pattern, creating a spectacle of light and sound. When turned off, the plaza serves as a spacious arena for temporary pop-ups, or an impromptu area for mall events. These landmarks features are examples of design enhancements aim to accentuate existing landforms and increase engagement with existing topography. Children’s Garden The children’s garden or the kid’s play garden located at the south of the water plaza is designed as an active zone for kids. The playground is divided into five main areas. These play zones provide different physical experiences to cater to different age groups and the diverse needs of its users.

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The Formal Garden and the Romantic Theme Garden The overarching planting strategy for Setia City Park is based on the recreation of a native landscape within its endemic environment to increase the landscape’s biodiversity. This gives the park a distinctive character and sense of place. The formal gardens, located in the east of the oval lawn, express the geometric designs that divide the peninsula, into pockets of smaller, thematic, intimate spaces. The fragrance, flowering, topiary, herbs and spices planting beds are linked with poetic fountains, green arbours or seating pavilions. Wrapping the edge of the formal gardens in a linear embrace are the giant mosaic mimicking patterns of an ice-wedge polygon, visually floating on a shallow reflecting pool. On the south side of the formal garden, angular lawn mounds and palm groves provide an ideal spot for dining under-the-stars or leisurely strolls. In the evenings, one can sit around the garden, enjoying the sunset reflecting off the pond. The Romantic Theme Garden situated northeast of the oval lawn was planned as an extended outdoor space, adjacent to the Convention Centre. The garden was also conceptualised as an area sculptured to provide a serene environment for quiet contemplation and personal reflection. When need arises, the area can be transformed to accommodate to private, small-scale events such as an outdoor wedding reception or birthday celebrations, with a stunning backdrop of the lush green lawn and a quiet, reflective pond. The resulting landscape at the Setia City Park stays true to the tradition of city parks, providing the surrounding communities with opportunities to meet, greet, interact, and celebrate with neighbours in a healthy, holistic environment, as well as providing sanctuaries for quiet contemplation. The sum of these experiences forges a more intimate relationship between landscape and site, as nature is reintegrated into the city’s urban lifestyle; while curating a delicate balance between flora and fauna as they cohabitate and coexist in a dynamic equilibrium.

Project Name: Setia City Park Client: Bandar Setia Alam Sdn Bhd Landscape Architect: STX Landscape Architects (Previously known as Sitetectonix Pte Ltd) Architect: ArchiCentre Sdn Bhd (for Restroom Facilities) C&S Engineers: TSSC Lim Sdn Bhd M&E Engineers: Coburg Consulting Sdn Bhd Quantity Surveyors: Bandar Setia Alam Sdn Bhd Contractors: Lee Landscape Sdn Bhd Project Landscape Architect: LandArc Associates Sdn Bhd Water-Feature Specialist: Waterlink Technologies Sdn Bhd Water-Feature Specialist (Water Jet Plaza): Glomedic International (OASE) Malaysia Children’s Plan Equiptment: Playpoint (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd Photographer: John Gollings Photography

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Livability:

the priority in future urban planning UAE Urban Planning Gains Sustainability Edge, says EMKAAN By: Muhammad Obaid

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The economic, social and environmental well-being of UAE residents should be the primary focus and priority in future urban planning, according a leading architect in the UAE. “To ensure the continued growth of the country, architects and city planners are setting out to construct a livable city that is totally modeled around the needs of the people that inhabit it, through intelligent urban mapping and efficient design,” said Muhammed Obaid, Principal Architect, Partner and Manager of EMKAAN Architecture and Engineering Consultancy. Obaid says that a population rise in the run up to the Dubai Expo 2020 is expected to create at least 270,000 jobs in Dubai, which would create a need for smarter housing and more spaces for commercial needs. He believes that Dubai’s economic vision 2020 must now fulfill its goal of being a business hub and economic centre. One of the key ways to achieve these goals, according to Obaid, is to

create a smart city that has a robust public transport system and sustainable building practices, keeping in mind human happiness. The result of this growth, with proper development, includes higher density in downtown areas, more diversity among its residents, more dynamic, social, and interconnected people, and more environmentally conscious architecture and renovations. Role of public transportation “Smart cities are all about public transportation,” says Obaid. “People can live far away in housing communities and settlements that are not close to each other. This provides the opportunity to use the flat land for agricultural area, and the complicated topographical areas for the housing communities and settlements, meaning commercial areas can be accessed using self-driving cars, the metro, and autonomous flying drone taxis.”

I URBAN DEVELOPMENT Urban Planning in a Future ‘Smart Dubai’ The Smart Dubai initiative structures its end-goals across a carefully crafted set of strategic pillars. These are efficient, seamless, safe and impactful. UAE leaders envision a city where all its resources are optimised for maximum efficiency and services are integrated seamlessly into daily life. “To achieve these Smart Dubai goals, city planners must aim to build well-planned neighbourhoods. They have to be cozy, accessible and safe,” said Obaid. He added that architects and urban planners need to change their approach to design and it must be solely focus on the human scale. “If people are happy where they live, they get inspired. For example, great authors and writers come from places that inspire them. Current modern cities are rigid in structure, with busy roads and there is less room for creativity,” he added. “Well-planned neighbourhoods help people engage in their passions and interests as well.” Sustainability goals Obaid recommends that building materials must be sourced locally. “From communities/settlements that specialise in making construction materials. It encourages local talent and boosts the local economy as well,” he adds. Locally sourced material reduces the carbon footprint, and it is a requirement for LEED certification. He cites the Al Barari project as a perfect example of a sustainable community. “Sixty percent of the 18.42 millionsquare-foot development is made up of green space, beautiful themed gardens, naturally landscaped lakes and freshwater streams. In fact, the temperature in Al Barari is four degrees cooler than it is outside rest of the UAE,” he adds.

Role of Technology He also points to technology as a key driver in future urban planning projects. “Technology helps users access the story behind the architecture,” Obaid said. “It provides transparency; customers can now access info about what they are buying from developers. Technology also allows you to reach the end product in two years – you don’t need to wait for a tree to grow – you can create a micro climate, like in Al Barari,” he said. Obaid concluded on a positive note, saying that the future will bring happier communities if the current trajectory continues. “People will have easy access to basic amenities such as schools, hospitals, shopping centers and their work places, resulting in the reduced use of cars, indirectly resulting in a cleaner environment.”

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Managing Turf and Landscape weeds Practical steps to combat weeds

By: Ramdas Kanissery, Ph.D., Assistant Professor and Weed Scientist, University of Florida, Florida, USA. Riyad Mustafa, BD Manager, Polyclean Turf Division LLC, Dubai, UAE.

Integrated weed management in Turf and landscape.

herbicides are most effective when the weeds are young and tender. Locally available turf herbicides include Mesotrione (Tenacity), Trifloxysulfuron-sodium (Monument), Glyphosate (Touchdown), Fluazifop-P-butyl (Fusilade II), Sulfentrazone (Spartan) and Halosulfuron methyl (Inpool). Contact v/s Systemic herbicides Contact herbicides kill or damage the weeds when they encounter plants. To ensure effectiveness of the contact herbicide, good coverage on the stems and leaves of the plant must be ensured during the herbicide application.

Integrated weed management approach primarily refers to a harmony between cultural, mechanical and chemical measures to control weeds in turf and landscape. Chemical weed control necessitates the prudent use of herbicides. Though there are many herbicides available globally, the availability of herbicides in the UAE is limited and is heavily restricted for import in the country by the UAE Ministry of Climate change and environment. This article will help you make an informed decision about adopting the use of locally registered and available turf herbicides to control major weeds in turf grass and landscapes. Preemergent v/s Post emergent herbicides Preemergent herbicides are applied before the weed seeds germination in the soil and require a couple of application depending on the nature of weed species and sprouting timeline. Preemergent herbicides like Prodiamine (Barricade) is available for professional use, and is known to control more than 30 weeds including crabgrass, goose grass, spurge etc. in the region. Post emergent herbicides are applied after the weed sprouting. The efficacy of these chemicals depends on the stage of weed growth during the application. Postemergence

Systemic herbicides control the weeds when they are absorbed and translocated in the plant. Most systemic herbicides are applied to the foliage. However, some are applied to the soil where the plant absorbs them through the root system. Systemic herbicides are effective for controlling perennial weeds, as the herbicide is translocated to other plant parts from the application site. Selective v/s Non-selective herbicides Selective herbicides control either grass weeds alone or broad-leaved weeds alone, but not together. The mode of action of the herbicide chemistry and physiological differences between the weed species determines the selectivity of these herbicides. Such herbicides are utilized for controlling broad-leaved weeds in landscapes without injuring the turf grasses. Locally available selective herbicides include Prodiamine (Barricade), Mesotrione (Tenacity), Trifloxy Sulfuron sodium (Monument) etc. Nonselective herbicides will eradicate both grass and broad-leaved weeds together. They will damage almost all kinds of plants they encounter; therefore, care must be taken while using these chemicals in turfs and lawns. Some non-selective herbicides like glyphosate (Touchdown, Karda) will become inactive when they come into contact with the soil, and hence applied for a total burndown of the weeds, before a new turf establishment.

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Weeds in UAE Turf and landscape Weeds often spread in turfs that are improperly irrigated, non-judiciously fertilized or irregularly mowed. Turfs with disease and pest incidence are also likely to become invaded by weeds. Any open and well-lit space in the turf is favorable for weed growth and establishment. Control measures for the most troublesome weeds that invade UAE turf and landscape are presented below.

Grass Weeds

a thick and healthy turf stand can effectively provide shade to the soil and prevent the emergence and establishment of crabgrass and goosegrass. Chemical control: Pre-emergence application of herbicides should be done before the emergence or germination of weeds. Pre-emergence treatments are less injurious to the turf, and are more effective on the grassy weeds. They inhibit the germination of weed seedlings. An example of pre-emergent herbicide is Mesotrione (Brand name: Tenacity). When the grassy weed get established in the turf, pre-emergence chemicals will not be effective. Post-emergence application of herbicides like Trifloxysulfuron Sodium (Brand name: Monument 75WG) will control the young and emerged annual grass weeds. Be sure to read, understand and follow the directions on the herbicide label before application.

Sedge Weeds

Kylinga

Crab Grass

Yellow Nutsedge

Goose Grass The most predominant grassy weeds in UAE turf or lawn are crabgrass and goosegrass. They produce a massive amount of seeds and propagate extensively. Ample sunlight and high temperatures provide a conducive environment for the weed growth and establishment Cultural Control: Most effective measure for controlling grassy weeds in the lawn or landscape is to maintain a proper mowing height and frequency. Judicious use of fertilizer could further reduce weed population. Maintaining

Purple Nutsedge Their triangular stem easily identifies sedges from grasses. They look like grasses, but unlike grasses, these weeds do not have hairs. Leaves are slender and possess a waxy layer that gives a shiny appearance. The major sedge

I TURF weeds occurring in UAE turf, lawn, and landscape are yellow nutsedge, purple nutsedge and kyllinga. Yellow and purple nutsedge may often look indistinguishable, but a close observation may reveal that yellow nutsedge has light green to yellow leaves while purple nutsedge leaves are dark green. The color of the flowering parts also helps to differentiate between these two sedges. Yellow nutsedge has a yellow colored flower or seed heads, while purple nutsedge produces purple colored flowering parts. Kyllingaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s have smaller and less erect leaves than yellow nutsedge but similar in shape or color. Mostly sedges propagate through rhizomes and from extensive spread in the turf or lawn landscapes.

Broadleaf Weeds

Oxalis

Spurge

Cultural Control: The primary and effective cultural control in the lawn or landscape is to regularly mow and maintain a thick, vigorous turf that can compete with the weeds. However, weeds like kyllinga can outlive mowing in turf stands. They produce flowers even under regular turf mowing practices. If only a few sedges are present, hand weeding will help eliminate the weeds and prevent their spreading. However, the tubers may remain in the soil and may result in regrowth of the weeds. Chemical control: Regardless of the herbicide selection sedge control is very difficult and may require multiple follow-up applications. Herbicides like Mesotrione (Brand name: Tenacity) has postemergence control on sedges, and may have some pre-emergent activity as well. The addition of a nonionic surfactant according to the label recommendation may improve the control. Follow-up applications may be needed for enhanced control. Postemergent control of the sedges could also be achieved using products like Trifloxysulfuron Sodium (Brand name: Monument 75WG). Another herbicide that gives control of sedges is Halosulfuron methyl (Inpool). Be sure to read, understand and follow the directions on the herbicide label before application.

Oxalis are weeds that spread in turf and landscape with creeping stems. The leaves of oxalis often close and droop at night or under intense light. Oxalis has leaves of different shades from green to purple. The flowers are yellow and are often formed in small groups. Spurge is another broadleaf weed that also spreads in the turfs, landscapes, sidewalks, etc. and has reddish stems that exude a milky sap when broken. Spurge can spread to three meters in diameter. Cultural control: If only a few broadleaf weeds are present, it is easier to remove the weed physically. Make sure, to pull out the roots and underground parts to ensure weed will not re-grow to produce new shoots. Mowing the turf or lawn before flower or seed formation in the weeds will reduce the weed seed reserves and controls the extensive propagation of the weeds. Chemical control: Broadleaf weeds are easily controlled in turf or landscape grasses by using a selective herbicide that kills broadleaf weeds without injuring the grasses. Mostly, these are post-emergent systemic herbicides containing an active ingredient like 2,4-D, dicamba, etc. or a combination of active ingredients. Locally available herbicides like Mesotrione (Tenacity) and Sulfentrazone (Spartan) are known to be effective in control of broadleaf weeds. Be sure to read, understand and follow the directions on the herbicide label before application. Individual product labels should be referred before application.

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Herbicides may not always be necessary but without the use of chemical weed control, weeds often spread fast and spoil beautiful landscape areas. There are many kinds of herbicides to choose but practically the choices are limited to few herbicides in the country. Careful selection of herbicide based on the right weeds identification play a

Brand Name

Spartan

Tenacity

Barricade

Inpool

Monument

Herbicides HERBICIDESLists LIST

Active Ingredient

Category

Sulfentrazone 39.6%

Pre-and Post emergent Herbicide (Selective)

Mesotrione 40%

Pre-and Post emergent Herbicide (selective)

Prodiamine 65 WG

Halosulfuronmethyl 750 g/kg

Trifloxy SulfuronMethyl 750 g/kg

key role in the chemical control in this region. Many factors determine when, where, and how a particular herbicide can be used most effectively. Understanding some of these factors enables you to use herbicides to their maximum advantage. The chart below gives an overview of turf herbicides that are available in the UAE and control local weeds.

App rate

Target weed

Tips

Caution

12 Oz /Acre ( 877 ml/Ha)

Broad leaf weeds and Nut sedge -Crab grass, carpetweed, chickweed, Cyprus, Goose grass, Nutsedge yellow /Purple, witch grass, Kyllinga, spurge, speed weeds, Dandelion etc.

1-Apply when weeds are actively growing, 2- 2nd application after 2-3 weeks.

1-Don’t use surfactant or adjuvant. 2- don’t apply to greens.

8 Oz/Acre (585 ml/Ha)

Broad leaves weeds, Barnyard chickweed, carpet weeds, Cover, Dandelion, Crab grass, Goose grass, love grass, Nutsedge yellow, Oxalis, pigweed

For pre-emergent application, activate soil by 0.15-inch irrigation cycle.

Preemergent (selective)

2.3 lb./Acre (2.5 kg/Ha)

Post emergent (selective)

500 gram/Ha (50 gram/10 0 Liter water)

Post emergent (selective)

10-15 gram/ 4046 sq.mtr or (250 liter water)

Annual (Poa annua), Common Carpetweed, Love grass, Chickweed, pigweed, Crabgrass (Large, Smooth) Purslane, Common Crowfoot grass Pusley, Goose grass, Signal grass, Spurge, Prostrate and other weeds.

Nutsedge and other weeds.

For optimum weed control, Barricade 65WG should be activated by at least 0.5 inch of rainfall or irrigation before weed seeds germinate and within 14 days following application. Apply to weeds when new leaf growth has reached a minimum of 5cm on Nut grass. Apply using a boom spray with flat fan nozzles to apply at least 80 L/ha of water. For optimum control, mowing should be delayed for 2 days following treatment. Apply to actively growing weeds when new leaf growth has reached a minimum of 5cm on Nutsedge. Apply using a boom spray with flat fan nozzles to apply at least 80 L/ha of water.

1- don’t apply OP or Carbamate Insecticide after Tenacity application to turf for min 7 days. 2- don’t spray on greens.

1-To avoid turf grass injury, do not apply Barricade 65WG to turf stressed by conditions such as drought, low fertility, or pest damage. 2-Do not apply Barricade 65WG to golf course putting greens.

1-DO NOT apply if heavy rain is expected within at least 48 hours. 2- Organophosphate insecticides should not be tank-mixed or applied 7 days prior or 3 days after application of Inpool, as it may result in severe turf injury.

1-DO NOT apply if heavy rain is expected within at least 48 hours. 2Organophosphate insecticides should not be tank-mixed or applied 7 days prior or 3 days after application of Monument, as it may result in severe turf injury.

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Designing an Education Hub

A closer look at Victory Heights Primary school By: r+d studio

Located in Sports City, Dubai, Victory Heights is a primary school spread over an area of 1.5 acres. The client’s brief envisioned the school to be a space that is conducive to a child’s evolutionary development – almost like a trigger where he/she is driven to act, explore, discover, invent and most

importantly, be inquisitive. The design followed through by manifesting itself into an organic entity, almost like a little children’s village. Rather than exemplifying the typology of an academic quadrangle, the school functions as an arrangement of clusters that are strung together around different

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‘Pods’ of interaction. The complex includes a primary school wing, a Kindergarten wing, and accompanying recreational and administration areas. Through this broader classification into two separate wings, a central courtyard emerges, where children of different age groups can converge, interact and play with each other. The design process was key to the investigation of this concept. The performance of each space was evaluated in terms of spatial adjacencies and interdependencies to ensure efficient planning. Through multiple diagrams, the various inter and intra relationships between spaces eventually metamorphosed into a single, stimulating architectural solution for the primary school. The project took shape as a grounded response to Dubai’s harsh climate juxtaposed with spaces and elements that celebrated childhood. Colour played an essential role to give the school a sense of playfulness and levity. Big, bold, primary colours, spanning the glass walls of the ground floors, on canopies and in the playground, have been used to establish the character of a ‘school’ in the architecture. The stone facades at Victory Heights take cue from the shifting sand dunes of the desert, but what arrests them are the multitudes of primary colours at the window seams. The play of windows offers a visual relationship with the outside for the children in the classrooms; and a moment of break from the predictability of the surrounding real estate. The interiors are loaded with colour and abundance of natural light, essential to stimulate the imagination of young minds. The stacking of the clusters is orchestrated in a way that allows maximum natural light to enter into the classrooms, and also provides overhangs that act as natural shading devices. In one wing, the stacking and setbacks

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provide a skylight, and in the other, they provide shading. Both of these wings are connected through a central bridge spanning the upper floor. The traditional mashrabiya portraying the familiar Islamic geometric patterns flank the sides of this bridge, and also the central staircase that connects the two floors. The contrast created by the colours of the windows, the playground, and the canopies is balanced by such contextual elements in the building. In this way, the architecture intends to act as a repository of geography, culture and society. At the heart of this primary school are the classrooms. Most of these have been arranged to be tessellating across two storeys around mostly linear spaces. Learning is an unlimited resource, and should certainly not be restricted by spatial constraints. Learning should be seamless, and the common spaces that string together the different clusters at Victory Heights have been designed to act as an extension of the classrooms, for this very reason. Defined by architecture that is inseparable from its program, Victory Heights Primary School is a concrete manifestation of the firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design ideals involving an understanding of the performance of program, and subsequently building around it.

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Pyin Sa island resort

By: RRC STUDIO Architects

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Located in the Southern most part of the Pyin Sa island, in Myanmar, RRC has developed a luxury resort consisting of three main structures that host the main hospitality activities: the hotel, the restaurant, and the gym & spa. These are connected by light weight, wooden corridors that run over the water, extending from one point of the beach to the other. Along them, other functions develop, such as a fishing and diving center, a boat clubhouse, and a seaplane and ship base to manage the arrivals from air and sea. Smaller corridors branch out to access each of the floating villas, providing privacy, unique views, and a sense of total integration in the environment. The resort is surrounded by a tropical jungle of vegetation and unexplored lands characteristic of Myanmar and its islands. The structures are placed in the context with care to reduce any negative impact on the natural environment. The materials used (bamboo, wood and textiles) come from local manufacturing and the light and permeable structures blend in the lanscape, free to

At night, the villas resemble floating lanterns

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be covered by vegetation and fused with the natural elements. Inspired by the floating lanterns of the Asian tradition, the villas are quietly floating over the sea, lighting up at night, like shining lanterns in the tropical landscape. The main hotel building can be accesed directly from the arrivals area (seaplane and ships base). Its structure consists of an oval-shaped roof surrounding a central water garden. The roof provides filtered light to the open space below it, and the central garden completes the giant lobby with a touch of local vegetation and the peaceful presence of water.

The main features in this building are the reception, the lobby bar, the event room and several high-end boutiques, as well as administrative facilities and service areas, and finally the different lounge areas, distributed along the open covered space. Behind the water garden are guest rooms, type 5 and 6 (single and double rooms respectively). All of these rooms face the front faรงade of the sunny water garden and enjoy at the back side the rich vegetation of the island, most of them through quiet terraces placed almost in the middle of the jungle.

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The restaurant structure, as well as one of the sports area, consists of a permeable roof to host the different functions under it. The dining area accomodates a restaurant serving local cuisine, a beach bar, a wine cellar and a view point tower 25 meters above sea level. This provides guests with a fantastic view of the resort. The sports area, in the far end of the wooden corridor coming from the main building, hosts recreational functions complementary to the hospitality activity, such as a gym, a spa and sauna room, locker rooms and showers, a kids area, a squash court, a beach bar, and a great swimming pool - indoors and outdoors-, surrounded by lounge and sunbathing areas. The floating villas are divided into four types. The first and second are 160 m², with a main entrance from land or from sea, a bedroom/living space and a bathroom/wellness area. Both villas have outdoor lounge spaces in the shape of a green garden in

type two or a swimming pool in type one. Type three is 250m² and has a separate living space, as well as a garden and a swimming pool with bigger dimensions, and a mezzanine in the first floor, for extra relaxation and privacy. Number four is the biggest of the villas. They are spacious with a large second room in the first floor, along with an internal balcony. The swimming pool glazed walls add an exciting feature to the lounge area. Finally the sunset dining area right in the middle of the sea, completes the floating experience. PROJECT: RRC STUDIO Architects LOCATION: Pyin Sa island, Myanmar DATE: May 2017 CLIENT: Private TYPE: Hospitality, Landscape BUILT-UP AREA: 16.000 sqm – 172.000 sqft IMAGES CREDITS: RRC STUDIO Architects © All rights reserved

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Closing Date

Green Areas, Street Trees, Gardens, Squares and Wells Maintenance

Maintenance of Green Areas, Street Trees, Gardens, Squares and Wells

Al Ahsa Municipality (Saudi Arabia)

Saudi Arabia

4000

6/15/2017

8/20/2017

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Regulation and Development of Garden

Ministry of Municipal & Rural Affairs (Saudi Arabia)

Saudi Arabia

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8/7/2017

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Saudi Arabia

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6/21/2017

8/6/2017

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Oman

256

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Oman

256

6/18/2017

7/31/2017

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Oman

6/21/2017

7/30/2017

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Saudi Arabia

2667

6/19/2017

7/30/2017

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Oman

6/27/2017

7/26/2017

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Saudi Arabia

640

6/20/2017

7/25/2017

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Ministry of Water & Electricity (Saudi Arabia)

Saudi Arabia

2667

6/13/2017

7/19/2017

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Saudi Arabia

267

6/4/2017

7/19/2017

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Saudi Arabia

400

6/4/2017

7/19/2017

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Saudi Arabia

6/19/2017

7/18/2017

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Saudi Arabia

4800

6/6/2017

7/18/2017

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Saudi Arabia

267

6/5/2017

7/18/2017

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Saudi Arabia

1333

5/14/2017

7/18/2017

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Royal Commission for Jubail & Yanbu (Saudi Arabia)

Saudi Arabia

6/27/2017

7/17/2017

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Maintenance of Green Spaces, Street Trees, Parks, Squares and Wells

Hasa Municipality (Saudi Arabia)

Saudi Arabia

4000

6/18/2017

7/17/2017

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Providing Care for Plantings

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Oman

6/7/2017

7/17/2017

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