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ME Construction
02-05-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
Revealed: 2025 Future of Architecture Award Winners
Industry News Revealed: 2025 Future of Architecture Award Winners By The gala recognised excellence across 12 categories, reflecting the key facets of the architectural and design universe The 2025 edition of the Future of Architecture Summit and Awards organised by Middle East Consultant Magazine was held on 23 April. It was a day of distinction, featuring a summit during the day and a glamorous evening awards gala. The gala recognised excellence across 12 categories, reflecting the key facets of the architectural and design universe. It honored not only innovators and trendsetters but also professionals whose meticulous project delivery is at the heart of the industry. The diverse categories also reflected important industry trends and the evolving practices they imply. The event, held at the Habtoor Grand in JBR, drew international and local attendees. Nominations for the awards, spanning 12 categories, closed on 11 April 2025 at 17:00. Following the nomination period, the Middle East Consultant editorial team conducted two rounds of elimination internally. The awards, objectively judged, aimed to celebrate not only prominent household names but also smaller, boutique businesses that are pushing boundaries through their unique specialisations and skill sets. The full list of winners and shortlisted nominees for the Future of Architecture Awards are: Young Architect of the Year Abdallah Ibrahim – Graphite Ayah Ramoun – Arup Gulf Limited Hana Elazab – U+A, part of Egis Group Meera Sivadasan – PNC Architects Mohammed Alshurafa – MEA MIMAR ENGINEERING Simon Amine – KEO International Consultants Winner : Abdallah Ibrahim – Graphite Civic & Public Sector Project of the Year Graphite – Cheltenham College Muscat Phase 2 Omrania, part of Egis Group – Sheikh Abdullatif Al Fozan Grand Mosque RSP – The BAPS Hindu Mandir Winner: Graphite – Cheltenham College Muscat Phase 2 Cultural & Heritage Project of the Year AtkinsRealis – The DGCL Royal Polo and Equestrian Club Omrania, part of Egis Group – King Salman Park Winner: AtkinsRealis – The DGCL Royal Polo and Equestrian Club Residential Project of the Year PNC Architects – Skyscape Towers RSP – Karl Lagerfeld Villas U+A, part of Egis Group – Creek Edge Vikranth Interior Design LLC – The Sanctuary of Belonging Winner: PNC Architects – Skyscape Towers Landscape Project of the Year Omrania, part of Egis Group – Prince Sultan University Car Parking PNC Architects – Sobha Solis PNC Architects – Sobha One Winner: PNC Architects – Sobha One Urban Planning & Infrastructure Project of the Year EDGE Architects – The Link, Masdar PNC Architects – Sobha Hartland II Omrania, part of Egis Group – King Salman Park Winner: Omrania, part of Egis Group – King Salman Park Sustainable Design Champion of the Year Graphite – Cheltenham College Muscat Phase 2 MASK Architects – 'Hydrogen-Powered Resort' Omrania, part of Egis Group – Water Treatment Complex, King Salman Park EDGE Architects – The Link, Masdar Winner: Omrania, part of Egis Group – Water Treatment Complex, King Salman Park Outstanding Achievement of the Year James Marvin Skaines Jr. – PNC Architects Shiva Vikranth – Vikranth Interior Design LLC Winner: Bassel Omara – Valcarce Architects Super-Tall Structure of the Year KEO International Consultants – U-View Tower Complex Omrania, part of Egis Group – Public Investment Fund Tower PNC Architects – Creek Vistas Heights PNC Architects – Skyscape Towers Winner: AtkinsRealis – Corinthia Dubai Interiors Champion of the Year Winner: KEO International Consultants Innovation Champion of the Year Winner: Desert Board Architect of the Year Muhammad Habsah – U+A, part of Egis Group Edward McIntosh – AtkinsRealis Shiva Vikranth – Vikranth Interior Design LLC Fernando Rio Ponce – KEO International Consultants James Chin – Omrania, part of Egis Group Kevin Offin – Graphite Winner: Muhammad Habsah – U+A, part of Egis Group
Trade Arabia
23-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Omrania names new interior design head
Saudi-based group Omrania has announced the appointment of Alia Centofanti as the head of interior design, strengthening the firm's leadership team and expanding its capabilities across high-end and large-scale interior design projects in the region. A part of the Egis Group, Omrania is an international architectural and engineering consultancy based in metropolitan Riyadh, that is committed to creating spaces of lasting value and improving lives through design. In her new role, Centofanti will lead the interior design department, overseeing strategy, project delivery, and team development. She will also support business growth and client engagement across the firm's expanding portfolio in the Middle East, said a statement from Omrania. She brings over 24 years of experience in interior architecture and design, having led landmark developments across the UK, US, Europe, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. Her portfolio includes work in the hospitality, commercial, residential, and science and technology sectors. Centofanti's design philosophy is grounded in cultural sensitivity, narrative thinking, and a commitment to delivering functional, user-focused environments. She emphasizes collaborative working methods and fosters inclusive team cultures that support design innovation and project excellence, it added. "I am excited to join Omrania at a time of dynamic growth," remarked Centofanti. "The firm's commitment to design quality and interdisciplinary collaboration strongly aligns with my approach. I look forward to working with the team to deliver meaningful spaces that reflect both client goals and cultural context," she added. Centofanti holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture with College Honors and Highest Distinction from the University of Illinois in Chicago, as well as a Master of Science in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution from King's College London. This combination of design and legal expertise allows her to approach projects with both creative vision and a deep understanding of technical and contractual, said the company in a statement. Throughout her career, she has held senior leadership positions at several leading architecture and interior design practices.
ME Construction
21-04-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
2025 Future of Architecture Awards shortlist revealed
Industry News 2025 Future of Architecture Awards shortlist revealed By The full shortlist of companies and winners in each category will be revealed at the gala dinner event on 23 April The editorial team at Middle East Consultant (MEC) has officially announced the shortlist for the 2025 edition of the Future of Architecture Awards (FOA Awards). The industry's most influential figures and projects will be honored at a gala dinner on 23 April at the Habtoor Grand Resort JBR, Dubai. Launched as a natural extension of the successful Future of Architecture Summit, the FOA Awards have quickly established themselves as a platform to spotlight remarkable achievements in architecture, design, engineering, and urban planning. The awards evening will follow the FOA Summit 2025, which is also scheduled for the same day. This year's shortlist reflect the key facets of the Architectural & Design universe, and honour not only the innovators and trendsetters but professionals whose painstaking project delivery is at the core of the industry. The diversity of these categories also implies important industry trends and the changing practices they imply, said Paul Godfrey, Head of Content at Middle East Consultant. After a highly competitive nomination phase, the final selection of shortlisted companies were made following an in-depth review by the Middle East Consultant editorial team. The full list of shortlisted companies and winners will only be revealed on the night of the FOA Awards: Young Architect of the Year Abdallah Ibrahim – Graphite Ayah Ramoun – Arup Gulf Limited Hana Elazab – U+A, part of Egis Group Meera Sivadasan – PNC Architects Mohammed Alshurafa – MEA MIMAR ENGINEERING Simon Amine – KEO International Consultants Civic & Public Sector Project of the Year Cheltenham College Muscat Phase 2 – Graphite Sheikh Abdullatif Al Fozan Grand Mosque – Omrania, part of Egis Group The BAPS Hindu Mandir – RSP Cultural & Heritage Project of the Year The DGCL Royal Polo and Equestrian Club – AtkinsRealis King Salman Park – Omrania, part of Egis Group Residential Project of the Year Skyscape Towers – PNC Architects Karl Lagerfeld Villas – RSP Creek Edge – U+A, part of Egis Group The Sanctuary of Belonging – Vikranth Interior Design LLC Landscape Project of the Year Prince Sultan University Car Parking – Omrania, part of Egis Group Sobha One – PNC Architects Sobha Solis – PNC Architects Urban Planning & Infrastructure Project of the Year The Link, Masdar – EDGE Architects King Salman Park – Omrania, part of Egis Group Sobha Hartland II – PNC Architects GAIA – Valcarce Architects Sustainable Design Champion of the Year The Link, Masdar – EDGE Architects Cheltenham College Muscat Phase 2 – Graphite 'Hydrogen-Powered Resort' – MASK Architects Water Treatment Complex, King Salman Park – Omrania, part of Egis Group Outstanding Achievement of the Year Bassel Omara – Valcarce Architects James Marvin Skaines Jr. – PNC Architects Shiva Vikranth – Vikranth Interior Design LLC Super-Tall Structure of the Year Corinthia Dubai – AtkinsRealis U-View Tower Complex – KEO International Consultants Public Investment Fund Tower – Omrania, part of Egis Group Creek Vistas Heights – PNC Architects Skyscape Towers – PNC Architects Architect of the Year Edward McIntosh – AtkinsRealis Fernando Rio Ponce – KEO International Consultants James Chin – Omrania, part of Egis Group Kevin Offin – Graphite Muhammad Habsah – U+A, part of Egis Group Shiva Vikranth – Vikranth Interior Design LLC The FOA Awards 2025 aim to honour both emerging and established names in the architecture and construction space. Special recognitions are expected to be unveiled at the awards night, promising a memorable evening of celebration, Godfrey stated. The Future of Architecture Summit & Awards are sponsored by: Gold Partner: AtkinsRéalis Strategic Partner: KEO International Consultants Silver Partner: Graphite Supporting Partners: Compass Project Consulting, TBH Consultancy Read more about the FOA Summit & Awards by clicking here.
Trade Arabia
07-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Egis announces new CEO for Middle East, South Asia
Egis, a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and maintenance services firm, has announced the appointment of Frederico Justus as Chief Executive Officer for the Middle East and South Asia. This strategic move comes as part of Egis' broader reorganisation under the Impact the Future plan, designed to position the company among the world's top 10 construction engineering firms and double its turnover by 2029. 'As the demand for sustainable and digitally enabled infrastructure accelerates globally, Egis is strategically positioned to deliver at every stage. Our vision is to lead this shift in priorities by empowering regions like the Middle East and South Asia—where national ambitions and future-focused development are converging at unprecedented scale,' said Laurent Germain, Group CEO of Egis. "Alaa Abusiam's exceptional five-year leadership in the region has been instrumental in establishing this strong foundation in the Middle East, positioning Egis as one of the top five consultancy and engineering firms in the region," he noted. "We look forward to his continued impact as he takes on a key region for the Egis Group next – The Americas. Looking ahead, I am confident that Frederico's proven operational skills, strategic insights, and global perspective will be invaluable in further strengthening Egis's presence in the Middle East and South Asia," stated Germain. "His leadership will be key to enhancing our delivery of integrated value to our clients and communities in this vital region," he added With a distinguished career spanning more than 25 years, Justus has helmed multinational organisations, specialising in performance excellence, large-scale project delivery, and strategic market expansion. He brings with him a deep command of commercial growth, digitalisation, and low-carbon operations. Having worked in numerous countries across the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia, including 10 years in the Middle East, his global expertise and ability to translate vision into action make him exceptionally well-positioned to lead Egis in the Middle East and South Asia through its next chapter of sustainable and profitable growth. Justus previously served as Chief Operating Officer for the Middle East and South Asia regions at Egis and prior to joining the company in 2024, he held senior leadership roles in engineering, digital technology, and energy firms, driving forward digital transformation and decarbonisation across emerging and mature markets alike. His international experience includes leading billion-dollar operations, launching innovationdriven partnerships, and advancing AI-and data-enabled solutions to enhance urban systems and infrastructure resiliency. Egis has simultaneously announced additional leadership changes in the region as part of its strengthened management structure. Mohamed Ben Messaoud, previously Country Managing Director for Egis in Egypt, will assume the role of Country Managing Director for Saudi Arabia. With over 16 years of experience spanning transport, project management, and finance, Ben Messaoud's appointment reinforces the Group's long-term commitment to the Kingdom's transformation agenda. Joining the company in February 2023, Ben Messaoud brought extensive experience in delivering design and PMC for major projects, in Saudi Arabia, France and internationally. Prior to joining Egis, he demonstrated comprehensive leadership by overseeing multidisciplinary teams and significant infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, driving strategic business planning and stakeholder engagement across the region. Robert Hope, formerly Egis' Country Managing Director in Saudi Arabia, has been appointed Group Chief Development Officer. Since joining Egis in 2021, he has tripled the size of the business in Saudi Arabia and led the successful integration of a major acquisition, Omrania. In his new role, Hope will spearhead global sales growth, branding, communications, and strategic development efforts across the Group. Furthermore, under the new Group structure, the company will shift from four to five regions—France; Europe & Africa; Middle East & South Asia; the Americas (North & South America); and Asia-Pacific (Asia, Australia & New Zealand)—aimed at accelerating development and reinforcing Egis' global footprint. Egis remains steadfast in its mission to deliver infrastructure solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients, communities, and global stakeholders, said Germain.
Zawya
05-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egis unit to design 212-unit Saadiyat Island residential project
U+A, part of Egis Group and a global architecture and design firm, has signed an agreement with leading UAE group Taraf Holding for the development of Solea, a mid-rise residential project on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. With a Gross Floor Area (GFA) of 34,167 sq m, Solea establishes a new benchmark in coastal urban living by seamlessly integrating contemporary design, sustainability, and affordability, said the U+A in a statement. Rising seven floors above a basement parking level, Solea offers 212 residences, ranging from one-bedroom apartments to expansive four-bedroom homes. The design ethos harmonizes architecture, interiors, and landscape solutions to deliver an elevated residential experience. Solea's architectural vision embraces modernity, functionality, and sustainability, responding to its coastal surroundings while fostering a vibrant sense of community. Its refined aesthetic is characterized by clean lines, expansive glazing, and integrated landscaping cultivating a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere, it stated. The Egis unit delivered the design scope for this development, encompassing architecture, interior design, and landscape design, ensuring a cohesive and integrated approach across all aspects of the project. "Our vision was to create a contemporary residential complex that harmonises with Saadiyat Island's coastal surroundings while delivering high-quality urban living," remarked Tiago Sampaio, Design Principal at U+A. "By incorporating interlocking massing, we achieved a dynamic architectural expression that fosters a sense of community through integrated private and communal spaces," stated Sampaio. According to him, the thoughtfully crafted development consists of two interconnected buildings, distinguished by an innovative interlocking massing strategy that creates a striking architectural identity. The façade composition - a rhythmic blend of glass and solid elements - maximizes natural light penetration while ensuring privacy and energy efficiency. Landscape areas further enhance liveability, featuring lush green spaces, water features, shaded seating areas, and pedestrian-friendly pathways, said Sampaio. At the heart of Solea, a resort-style pool area encourages relaxation and social engagement, complemented by serene courtyard spaces. Sustainability is a cornerstone of Solea's design, ensuring long-term environmental efficiency through key strategies," he added. -TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
