Sharjah
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News • News • 2 Dec 2024
“Raw Threshold” by Al Borde questions what it means to be local
In Sharjah, UAE, Quito-based architectural studio Al Borde crafted a pavilion using raw materials that is both a welcoming threshold and meeting point. The project, entitled “Raw Threshold”, was designed for the 2nd Sharjah Architecture Triennial whose theme, The Beauty of Impermanence: An Architecture of Adaptability, inspired a structure that questions what it means to be local. In a world governed by capitalism, where everything is readily available and accessible, local, historic neighborhoods are often impacted, losing their identity.
The new pavilion’s design works within the limitations of locally available natural resources and is based at the Al Qasimiyah School in Sharjah.
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Project • By Shape Architecture Practice + Research • Shops
Shees Friday Market
Nestled within the serene farming village of Shees, the Shees Friday Market embodies a harmonious blend of tradition and progress. Situated amidst the tranquil beauty between the newly constructed speedway linking Sharjah city to Khorfakkan city and the majestic Hajjar mountains, this market serves as a vibrant nexus where rural simplicity converges with urban convenience.
Mohammed Shoaeb
Ali Alowais
The masterplan for the Shees Friday Market unfolds in two phases, with the southern phase already realized and the northern phase on the horizon. This ambitious initiative offers a diverse array of experiences, from Friday market shops brimming with fresh produce, handcrafted carpets, artisanal honey, aromatic herbs, and nurseries, t... More
Project • By XBD Collective • Estates
AlThuraya Island
In a world where serene island living merges seamlessly with architectural finesse, AlThuraya Island stands out as a bastion of tranquillity and design sophistication. Entrusted to the visionary minds at XBD Collective, known for their award-winning endeavours in design and architecture, the island undergoes a transformation that redefines the essence of luxurious living spaces. This development is brought to life by AJMAL MAKAN Real Estate Development, aiming to infuse AJMAL MAKAN City – Sharjah Waterfront with unparalleled elegance and community spirit.
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Harmony Between Nature and Design
Situated effortlessly within a stone's throw from Dubai, AlThuraya Island offers an idyllic retreat. Its blueprint, a testament to s... More
News • News • 11 Mar 2021
A large floating roof tops The House of Wisdom by Foster + Partners
The cantilevering roof sits on top of a glass box fitted with aluminium screens in differing densities. Both the cantilever and the screens work as shading in the warm Emirat climate. Movable bamboo screens provide shading and privacy at the lower levels. The House of Wisdom by Foster + Partners is a library and cultural center, located ten kilometers outside Sharjah city center.
© Chris Goldstraw
“The straight, minimalist lines of the building complement the dunes of the desert, set within a lush landscape. The House of Wisdom is set to be an oasis for the local community, led by research and innovation, at the heart of a new cultural district.” Gerard Evenden, Head of Studio at Foster + Partners
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Project • By UPA Italia by Paolo Lettieri Architects • Hospitals
Al Qassimi Maternity and Pediatric Hospital, Sharj
Ministry of Health of UAE decided to expand Al Qassimi Hospital, in addition to 200 beds for maternity, gynecology and pediatrics as self-contained hospital for all kinds of services and facilities. It was also decided to extend the Emergency department of the existing hospital to respond to the additional needs for better emergency services. Ministry of Public Works of UAE, that financed the project, appointed UPA Italia by Paolo Lettieri Architects and UPA as consultant for design and site supervision. The design is developed as joint venture between General Planning & UPA Italia by Paolo Lettieri Architects and UPA. Project MCK did consultancy services for medical planning and equipment. UPA continued the project up to si... More