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Who we are Our firm is an international, dynamic, full-service consulting design with offices in Canada, UAE and Kyrgyzstan and an interest in developing superior design worldwide.
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The firm has expanded to offer a full range of expertise in all areas of Architecture, Engineering,Planning and Interior Design.
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Vancouver Toronto
Stuttgart Dubai
Kuwait Riyadh
Erbil Cairo
Tripoli Bishkek
Years in MENA
AWARDS We are an international award winning practice of over 100 architects, engineers and planners. We have won over 80 number of international awards.
CLIENTS We have been working for over 30 years and have a solid track record with top international clients and consultants client loyalty is our Merit.
Island G21, The World
ISLAND G21, THE WORLD This 17 acre artificial island is part of the “World�, which is an ambitious land reclamation project just 20 minutes by boat from the mainland of Umm Suqeim and 30 minutes from Jumeirah fishing harbour. Having an upland area of around 11 acres, this high-density integrated island resort development comprises of a marina to serve the entire development, high-end chalets/bungalows, mid-rise condominiums consisting of 1, 2 & 3 bed room units, and one luxury private villa. Building some of these structures on the water, both in the form of bungalows and mid-rises, provide exclusivity to the units.
Dubai, UAE Location
Lootah Group Client
59,000 sq.m. Size
2008-2010 Date
Riyadh Cliff Residence
RIYADH CLIFF RESIDENCE This residential complex is part of a new master plan. Using simple forms, the building presents a sleek elevation to contrast against its neighbors. In response to the client’s requirement, the overall building form is a balance of maximum residential units and comfortable living. Usage of natural materials contrasted against glass gives the facades a unique blend of traditional and modern styles.
Riyadh, KSA Location
Private Saudi Client Client
40,040 sq.m. Size
2011 Date
West Riyadh Development
WEST RIYADH DEVELOPMENT
Riyadh, KSA Location
West Riyadh Development Client
1,771,358 sq.m. Size
2011 Date
Al Othaim City Development
AL OTHAIM CITY DEVELOPMENT The program includes: • 11 Residential Bldgs. (18,200 sq.m), G+12 • Showrooms (75,000 sq.m) • 4 Residential towers (21,000 sq.m), G+20 • Othaim HQ mixed use G+20 (68,000 sq.m) • Mosque (600 sq.m) • 35 Villas (220 sq.m), G+1 • Medical Center (1,300 sq.m) • Petrol station 600 sq.m (4200 sq.m site) • Warehousing and Industry area reserved (128,000 sq.m)
Riyadh, KSA Location
Al Othaim Development Company Client
Various Size
2012 Date
West Riyadh Development
HAI AL ARAB MALL Today’s sustainable community begins with a holistic vision that is more than just improving energy efficiency, using recycled materials, and minimizing the carbon footprint. It also acknowledges local culture, history, tradition, geography, religion, economics and education. It also recognizes building and construction traditions, while infusing them with modern technologies. By building schools, mosques, souqs, workshops, offices, community centres, etc., the community provides the basic facilities that cater to the diverse aspects of its member’s lives.
Dubai, UAE Location
Lootah Group Client
1,000,000 sq.m. Size
2009 Date
The Source Sports Club Complex
THE SOURCE SPORTS CLUB COMPLEX Deriving it’s inspiration from local symbolism and the geology that characterizes this Garden City, our competition winning design for this unique sports centred mixed use precinct will distinguish “The Source” at Al Ain as a sporting destination that will be talked about throughout the world. The design’s main feature is a powerful cluster of four primary, world-class stadia organized under one main, mirage-like structure. The sheer size and design of the roof structure will create a distinct icon on the skyline and will also be capable of being clearly viewed from above the Earth as well.
Al Ain, UAE Location
Sorouh Real Estate Client
1,881,055 sq.m. Size
2005 Date
Helwan Master Plan
HELWAN MASTER PLAN
Cairo, Egypt Location
Witheld Client
2,454,663 sq.m. Size
2013 Date
Engila Master Plan
ENGILA MASTER PLAN Located on the outskirts of Tripoli, this master plan establishes a 25 year development framework that will provide a comprehensive guide to urban growth in Engila. All future urban development, buildings, spaces, movement, land use, and infrastructure were considered in the preparation of this plan. Based on a nodal form of planning, a connected series of nodes and boulevards serve as the organizing principles and create order and hierarchy among the various elements of the plan.
Engila, Libya Location
Libyan Company
Client: Libyan Company for Preparation & Urban Development
1,200,000 sq.m. Size
2009 Date
The Pearl Spa & Golf Resort
THE PEARL SPA & GOLF RESORT This exclusive Caribbean resort will be developed on a lush, tropical 70 acre site located on the west coast of mainland St. Vincent. Overlooking the ocean, twenty-five balconied villas are carefully nestled into the hillside to maximize their privacy including those that contain the luxury guest suites. A series of individual estate homes would also be integrated into the landscape at the upper levels of the property to maximize views, as well as discreetly separate these properties from that of the resort.
St. Vincent & the Grenadines Location
SVG
Client: SVG Development Canada Corporation
70 Acre Site Size
2013 Date
Thuwal Development
THUWAL DEVELOPMENT
Jeddah, KSA Location
N/A Client
N/A Size
2010 Date
Jewel of The Creek
JEWEL OF THE CREEK
DIRE is developing one of the most prestigious plots in Dubai located at Dubai Creek next to Creek Golf Club and near Dubai International Airport. We have been awarded the project based on the winning entry to a competition. The Masterplan is designed in respect to the location reflecting the waves and steady movement of the Creek. The mixed use complex comprises a total of 17 towers with a mix of hospitality 5 Star and 4 Star Hotels, Restaurant and Shopping Mall as well as high class Residential and Office Buildings.
Dubai, UAE Location
DIRE Client
1 Million sq.m. BUA Size
2006-2009/ 2012-2020 Date
Motor world
MOTOR WORLD
Located near the junction of a major highway intersection and the Abu Dhabi International Airport, the 2.7million m2 site of Al Qudra Motor World draws it’s inspiration from the extensive transportation infrastructure that is the emerging amongst most Middle East Emirates and cities. To address the needs of Abu Dhabi, Motor World brings together all kinds of vehicle retail, service, and maintenance facilities together in a unique site-specific project. The master plan is, in part, inspired by the metaphor of the ‘spoked wheel’ as the primary organizing element of the design.
Dubai, UAE Location
Al Qudra Holdings Client
3,261,022 sq.m. (Gross Built Area) Size: Site – 2,749,600 sq.m.
2008 Date
Tajoura Gardens Master Planning
TAJOURA GARDENS MASTER PLANNING Our Vision was to recreate a community that integrates modern functionality and living standards, and maintains its relationship with the local cultural and the climate of the region, a city that seamlessly integrates urban living, community life and traditional values, a neighborhood that has cultural, social, political and economic logic in terms of physical fabric, layout and use, a community that integrates both the present and the future, a design with a comfortable human scale that reflects the aspirations of the community.
Libya Location
N/A Client
710,000 sq.m. Size
2009-2012 Date
Motor world
ISLAND D29 IN THE WORLD This 17 acre artificial island is part of the “World�, which is an ambitious land reclamation project just 20 minutes by boat from the mainland of Umm Suqeim and 30 minutes from Jumeirah fishing harbour. Having an upland area of around 11 acres, this high-density integrated island resort development comprises of a marina to serve the entire development, high-end chalets/bungalows, mid-rise condominiums consisting of 1, 2 & 3 bed room units, and one luxury private villa.
Dubai, UAE Location
Lootah Group Client
59,000 m2 Size
2007-2010 Date
Dubai Pyramid Entertainment Complex & Resort
DUBAI PYRAMID ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX & RESORT Composed of both educational and recreational components, this High-tech project aims to provide entertainment for patrons in 5 distinct fields: Cinema, Music, Art, Fashion and Sports. This ambitious project utilizes the basic shapes, volumes, symmetry and influences of ancient Egyptian architecture and combines it with the steel, glass and technology of modern construction techniques to create a unique and stimulating experience.
Dubai, UAE Location
Al Saif Project Management Client
257, 000 sq.m. (site) Size
N/A Date
HOTEL & SPA PYRAMID The entrance to the Hotel/Spa Pyramid is marked by a modern interpretation of the sphinx. A sweeping driveway allows for direct vehicular drop-off at the hotel entrance. The ground floor of this lavish hotel, houses the Administration/ Reception, Concierge, Desitination Restaurants, Lounges and Conference rooms. The second floor features a full-function exclusive Luxury Spa and complete Gym & Exercise Centre. A small portion of the Conference Centre is also inluded on the second floor.
Dubai, UAE Location
Al Saif Project Management Client
257, 000 sq.m. (site) Size
N/A Date
RESIDENCES
The back portion of the Pyramid complex features 4 low-rise buildings comprised of 800 atelier style units for visiting artists and professionals associated with film production (i.e. Producers, Directors and Actors). Here, artizans can live and produce art which can be featured in the modern art gallery located on the third and fourth floor of the Museum Pyramid. Located centrally to the four residential buildings is a complex for the International Schools for Music, Art and Cinema. Behind the schools is a Clubhouse, which houses amenities and all support facilities required by the residents.
Dubai, UAE Location
Al Saif Project Management Client
257, 000 sq.m. (site) Size
N/A Date
Ajman Downtown Master Planning
AJMAN DOWNTOWN MASTER PLANNING Located adjacent to Ajman’s expanding central business district, the study area for this master plan has been subject to various planning and design guidelines in support of a vibrant mixeduse district that helps connect the town to its waterfront. Currently comprised of low-rise mixeduse structures, the plan concept calls for a bold new development consistent with the high-rise development experience in the larger Emirates of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. of public space and bordered by higher density development.
Ajman, UAE Location
Ajman Municipality Client
182,408 sq.m. (Site) Size
2006 Date
Gulf Hotel Development
GULF HOTEL DEVELOPMENT From the axis of the Main Boulevard, visitors are lead directly to the grand two-tiered waterfall entrance. The expansive facade of the Hotel stretches out on either side of the entrance while on either side of the main axis, there are two quiet communities made up of clusters of Chalets, jogging paths, water features and lush landscaping. Geared towards the maximization of waterfront projects, the Five-Star Resort design also features 5 VIP villas located on the beachfront, a Waterfront Club, a Marina, various piers and bridges which extend out into artificial lagoons and a winding Boardwalk.
Abu Dhabi, UAE Location
National Hotels Development Client
65,653 sq.m. Size: 6 Storey Facility
Pending Date
Belbhadi Hotel Design Proposal
BELBHADI HOTEL DESIGN PROPOSAL
Abu Dhabi, UAE Location
N/A Client
N/A Size
N/A Date
Sciosphere
SCIOSPHERE
Dubai, UAE Location
N/A Client
N/A Size
2006 Date
AVENIDA ARGENTINA YOLANDA BARON
Valparaiso, Chile Location
Republic of Chile Client
500,000 sq.m. Size
2010 Date
TRIPOLI MASTER PLAN
Tripoli, Libya Location
N/A Client
N/A Size
2009 Date
PUBLICATIONS Our award winning designs are published in first class global Media & Publications (online, print, TV) such as Forbes, CNN, Le Figaro, Architect Magazine, Architectural Digest, Archdaily, Dezeen, etc.
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