Indoor Gardens in Dubai: Designing Climate-Smart Serenity Inside 707 Mansion
In colder countries, winter gardens were created to protect plants from snow and frost. In Dubai, the challenge is different. Here, architecture must negotiate with heat, glare, an
The Sensory Palate: Designing with Sight, Sound, Scent, and Touch in Mind
Today, architects are more focused on designing environments that improve the lives of those who live within them. Just imagine a room that feels alive, where the play of light, th
The Sound of Silence: How Acoustic Design Shapes Calm and Connection
Have you ever noticed how you suddenly feel calm and relaxed when you enter a quiet room? Like all of a sudden, your breathing slows, your shoulders drop, and you finally feel at p
Timeless vs. Trendy: Finding the Right Balance in Residential Architecture
Do you want to design your home but are unsure whether to opt for timeless interior designs or fast-moving trends? Or feel stuck on how to incorporate both in interior design? This
Architecture and Emotion: How Space Design Influences Mood and Daily Living
You step into a restaurant with an open, inviting layout, a cosy atmosphere that instantly puts you at ease. Soft ceiling lights cast a warm, enchanting glow, while the wooden floo
What Goes into a Turnkey Architectural Project? A Step-by-Step Guide
You want to create your ideal residential space but don’t know where to start. This confusion leads you to collaborate with multiple architectural and engineering consultants for
How Emkaan founder Muhammad Obaid created the incredible Zuhra Spa in Dubai
Muhammad Obaid designed Zuhra Spa. It is located in Dubai’s World Islands. It is a beautiful example of the delicate beauty of Venus. It also involves the graceful curves of
Let there be déco glamour with Dubai’s top renovation companies
Want to give your Dubai home that long overdue makeover? Home renovation companies in Dubai can upgrade your living room and remodel your kitchen, ensuring the whole renovation pro
EMKAAN conceptualizes floating, drone-like circadian clouds to cool our cities
Areas of our cities and towns will be shaded by floating, drone-like cells in the future, according to EMKAAN, with their circadian clouds design. As an architecture and engineerin
UAE-based architect Muhammad Obaid wins Egypt’s State Encouragement Award
Dubai-based Egyptian architect Muhammad Obaid has been awarded the Encouragement Award in Arts by the State Awards, as part of Egypt’s Supreme Council for Culture (SCC). The awar


