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Abu dhabi

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Project • By AIYA BureauPrivate Houses

REINTERPRETING A VILLA IN ABU DHABI

The project reinterprets an existing villa through a new exterior concept that establishes a dialogue between contemporary architecture and Middle Eastern spatial traditions. Rather than altering the structure, the intervention focuses on redefining the architectural language and atmosphere. AIYA Bureau AIYA Bureau The original composition of smooth white volumes is enriched with layered elements — arched openings, textured surfaces, and softened geometries — introducing depth and a more contextual expression. These references are translated in a restrained, contemporary manner, balancing regional identity with modern clarity. AIYA Bureau Outdoor spaces are central to the concept. Terraces, shaded dining areas,... More

Project • By YODEZEENPrivate Houses

Serava Villa

Serava Villa is a private residence located in one of the most secluded and exclusive areas of Abu Dhabi. The design draws inspiration from the surrounding desert landscape and nearby sea, interpreting their fluidity, textures, and tones through sculptural forms and a muted material palette. Natural stone, textured plaster, and warm wood tones reflect local identity while conveying timeless elegance. Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption More

Project • By BMA StudioPrivate Houses

Laila & Ramee Villa

Tucked into the vibrant urban fabric of Al Wasl in Dubai, UAE, the Laila & Ramee Villa by BMA Studio is an elegant expression of calm, intentional living. Designed in the Japandi style, a synthesis of Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian- the villa was designed as a love nest for a young couple, offering serenity in the heart of dynamic Dubai. Renders by BMA Studio Renders by BMA Studio Renders by BMA Studio The architectural language is defined by its simplicity and strength. Clean horizontal planes meet graceful arches, all unified by a crisp white plaster exterior. This interplay of sharp lines and soft curves—both upright and downward—evokes a sense of quiet monumentality, making the home at once welcomin... More

Project • By Armani ArchitectsMasterplans

Arabica SandLoop Pavilion

Arabica Sandloop Pavilion: A Fusion of Innovative Architecture, Sustainability, and Interaction with Dubai's Nature Armani Architects & Kia Rendering Studio The Arabica Sandloop Pavilion, designed by Armani Architects, is part of an innovative and forward-thinking approach aimed at achieving sustainable development and carbon reduction. This project, created with consideration of Dubai's master plan to enhance the use of public spaces for the popular Arabica% café brand in the UAE and Dubai city, reflects a vision of sustainability. Armani Architects & Kia Rendering Studio The pavilion is inspired by the stunning nature of the UAE and Dubai, including desert sand dunes, mountains, and caves. Its architectural for... More

NewsNews • 23 Jul 2024

MVRDV imagines mixed-use Pixel development in Abu Dhabi as an oyster

International architectural practice MVRDV has completed Pixel, a mixed-use development project in Abu Dhabi, UAE, that is designed to cultivate community and creativity. Located on Reem Island, a natural island situated 600 meters off the coast of Abu Dhabi, Pixel is the first project to be realized in the island’s new “Makers District” neighborhood. The development is defined by seven towers that surround a communal plaza and is imagined as an oyster. Abstract patterns on the outer facades of each tower allude to oyster shells. Around the plaza, the towers “break down” to form pixel-like terraces and bay windows complete with shading screens finished in a mix of fourteen pearlescent pastel colors — thes... More

Project • By UPA Italia by Paolo Lettieri ArchitectsAuditoriums

Auditorium and Ballroom in Abu Dhabi

Originally intended to be designed within the Abu Dhabi Ladies Club compound, the client decided to move this significant building to a more private location for the club's members. UPA Italia The project can host up to 1000 guests, together with a well equipped 600 seat auditorium of highest standards. UPA Italia The foyer and public spaces are designed with a sophisticated interior design and high-quality finishings, in addition to pre-functional areas and main relaxation and gathering areas. UPA Italia The wavy façade elements were designed to create a dynamic shape by mixing stone cladding and transparent glass. UPA Italia More

Project • By UPA Italia by Paolo Lettieri ArchitectsHospitals

Moon Flower Hospital

The hospital is conceived as a general hospital for the many workers living in the nearby compound. The hospital is designed on the existing skeleton of 4 dormitories for multi-storey workers. These have never been completed. The existing structure has compromised the best possible solutions and optimal circulation and future flexibility. UPA Italia The hospital will accommodate 162 patients into 5 wards with 7 isolation rooms, 6 bariatric rooms, 7 ICU with bays rooms. The milestone are: Surgery Department with 4 OPT and day surgery dedicated area, sterile supply unit for sterilization, outpatient department, imaging, rehabilitation, emergency, laboratories, pharmacy in addition to the required services departments. UPA Italia... More

Project • By UPA Italia by Paolo Lettieri ArchitectsOffices

Desert Box Centre

Desert Box is a small mixed-use center for shops and offices located in Madinat Zayed City, an oasis city in the middle of the desert in the Western Emirate of Abu Dhabi. UPA Italia UPA Italia The customer's idea was to make the architecture look like commercial transport boxes, so as to give the project uniqueness and character, despite the simple functional program. The use of standard dimensions derives from the boxes. This meant that composite volumes and façade projections could be created like a sort of toy volumes. This allowed to give the building a less rigid and more informal look. UPA Italia UPA Italia On the ground floor there are spaces for shops and possibly small cafeterias on the street. On the u... More

Project • By H2R DesignShops

Asma AlShayha

Proving that elegant design can last forever, H2R worked on a diamond inspired fit out of Asma AlShaya, located inside of Galleria Mall, Abu Dhabi. To showcase the high-end luxury jewellery and electric vintage watch store, H2R Design focused on making the displays and interiors work in harmony, with a brief to capture the niche collection of items and create a seamless transition into a sophisticated utopia.   Alex Jeffries With the inspiration for the design derivative of diamonds themselves, H2R used the raw, clean, and pure characteristics of the jewellery pieces to take visitors to the boutique store on an aesthetic discovery of earthy textures that are contrasted with the translucency and purity of the high-end display ite... More

Project • By Not a Number ArchitectsPavilions

Bulgari Pavilion

The BVLGARI pavilion is a temporary installation commissioned by the luxury jewellery brand for Abu Dhabi Art 2012. The project was conceived as an exclusive and private venue and was required to be both representative of the firm’s style and its creative ideologies, whilst being emblematic of a “modern mythology”. NANA NANA NANA The design of the pavilion aimed to be both reminiscent of BVLGARI’s Italian heritage whilst being representative of its own fabrication and structure. A design based upon the packing of acrylic tubes was devised. Although they have a diverse range of uses they are rarely used as principal architectural elements. NANA NANA NANA By packing them close together n... More

Project • By UPA Italia by Paolo Lettieri ArchitectsPrivate Houses

Private Villa Abu Dhabi

Within an important residential area of high  quality villas facing the sea, a total built-up area of more than 2,500 sqm had been dedicated for the design and construction of a new three floor villa with underground service spaces . The villa comprises many bed room suites in addition to receptions, living and dining spaces, library, offices study rooms with children play area.  The facade that face the main street was designed  with a semi solid treatment, to preserve privacy, while the façade in front of the sea is characterize by transparent glass and balconies, and opens to the outdoor area that includes an open swimming pool and a well designed landscape. This luxurious villa of very high quality internal design... More
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Project • By dwp | design worldwide partnershipOffices

Private Government Office, Abu Dhabi

dwp were invited to provide full interior design services for a total of 3 office floors for the Government of Abu Dhabi, UAE. A space of approximately 4,800m2. dwp’s design for this particular workplace was tailored to create vision and transparency with design. Professional functional spaces that promote collaboration and teamwork whilst also demonstrating the banks forward thinking and innovative attitude were created through innovative design and unique space planning. Open and closed meeting spaces, collaboration spaces, plus nomadic and community workspaces were all successfully built into the design, establishing a truly quality work environment. More

Project • By AIDIA STUDIOPromenades

Al Wathba Birdwalk

While there are countless examples of bird watching structures around the world, there are none dedicated to the observation of flamingos in their nesting habitats. Traditional birdwatch structures tend to take enthusiasts up in altitude close to the tree canopies where birds nest and rest. These structures are often located in remote forested areas and tend to be camouflaged to avoid scaring the birds away.For the Al Wathba observation structure, we are presented with a very different challenge, this is not a conventional bird watching tower as Flamingos tend to stay in the ground close to the salty bodies of water which are their food source, building their nests close to the shore. It takes up to thirty days for the eggs to hatch and par... More

Project • By MMA ProjectsOffices

DarkMatter Headquarter

The project will be located in TechWadi, a new technology hub. The project will have its roots in the territory of Abu Dhabi, in the development of Sheikh Zayed City. Tech Wadi, this is the name of the area, represents a new hub where technology, sustainability, investors and companies find fertile ground for tomorrow’s economy. This is the territory where the project is born and, thanks to its substrate, it lives and moves. This area is situated along the Airport Road/Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street. Here, it will be at the heart of a network between the Abu Dhabi International Airport, Masdar City, the city center of Abu Dhabi and next to Sheik Zayed University. This project will be the new headquarter of Dark Matter, a cybersecurity comp... More

Project • By Alumil S.AOffices

Rotana Park

In a unique capital city, the one of the United Arab Emirates, commercial and professional activities coexist with recreation and luxury. Its style remains strict but highlights at the same time a construction full of luxury, with steady and rigid architectural lines. Visible concrete emphasizes the rigidness and lets the shadows play with the light on the facade of the building when the sun sets and the night settles. Structural elements such as metal, glass and cement are perfectly and smoothly blended together, through a combination, which looks forward into keeping intact both the building’s proportions and local character. Guests enjoy the unobstructed view towards the nearby park to the west side of the building as well as the natural... More