Saudi developer Dar Al Arkan opens office in China to drive global growth
Dar Al Arkan, the leading real estate company in Saudi Arabia, continues its dynamic growth momentum by announcing the opening of its office in Beijing, China. The announcement is in line with the Dar Al Arkan’s strategic expansion and builds on spreading the leading Saudi Arabian brands globally.
Dar Al Arkan’s Beijing office will serve multiple functions to allow for joint ventures between Dar Al Arkan and leading Chinese real estate developers for the Chinese and the Saudi market, further increasing and facilitate collaboration between Saudi Arabia and China and enhance investment and knowledge sharing opportunities. The office will primarily promote cooperation and partnerships within the real-estate and technology sectors to exchange and implement global best practices in these respective industries
Dar Al Arkan recently appointed Guo Jiancheng as General Manager for Dar Al Arkan’s office in Beijing to lead the company’s operations in China. Following the announcement Jiancheng commented: “Over its 27-year history in Saudi Arabia Dar Al Arkan has pioneered a distinctive approach to development, introduced new technologies, and raised the benchmark for the real-estate and technology sectors in the Kingdom. With this expertise and industry know-how, the company is well-positioned to take this knowledge and creativity to a global level and promote it as best practice. By entering into the Chinese market, Dar Al Arkan is also well positioned to enhance relations between the Kingdom and China across multiple fronts.”
Dar Al Arkan’s office will act as a hub to support Chinese companies and investors seeking expansion, company formation and investment opportunities in the Kingdom. By providing access to required information, permits, legal and financial knowledge, as well as support on partnerships and other requirements, Dar Al Arkan is making entry into the Kingdom more accessible.
Likewise, the office will support Saudi Arabian companies to explore expansion opportunities and gain entry into the Chinese market. Furthermore, will encourage other areas for mutual collaboration, especially in tourism and cultural exchanges.
Starting in 2021, Dar Al Arkan has embarked on a global expansion drive starting with the announcement of its Sidra project in Bosnia last March, followed by the launch of two luxury co-branded towers in the United Arab Emirates in collaboration with luxury fashion brand, Missoni, and hypercar manufacturer, Pagani Automobili, respectively. The company also announced expansion into the Qatari and Omani markets through premium residential and commercial projects.
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A NEUTRAL MODERN OFFICE BY SERGIO CAPARELLI
A NEUTRAL MODERN OFFICE BY SERGIO CAPARELLI
No one ever said that an office is a place destined for work only. An office is a space of reunion, centered thoughts and productivity. In the art of a big city here is a full Covet House office designed by the brilliant Sergio Caparelli.
A true model of modern and classic influence, involved in a cultured and urban environment.
Accomodated in a luxury hotel suite, breathtaking view, Sergio presents a modern office in neutral colors.
The room is composed by two areas, where both, living and sitting, combine comfort and elegance.
A calm and functional space, which we would all want to relax in.
To begin with, the center of the room.
Caffe Latte is one of the most recent brands for the design group. Define by the color who give name itself Caffe Latte is pure calmness and modern design.
The center table name Antigua is inspired by the mountains surrounding the Guatemalan coffee plantation in Antigua City. And where some of the world’s best coffee beans are grown inspired the setting of the modular pieces for this item. With a walnut circular body and a Carrara marble top, the Antigua Center Table. This table is also available in bespoke options.
Coming from Luxxu, Saboteur Swivel Single Sofa has now a lighter version on its family’s darker design. Made from leather and velvet, this single sofa provides high comfort and accessibility with its rotating feature and will perfectly adapt to different ambiances and styles, becoming a focal feature in any space.
God is Gold! A rug can be the perfect ally for home improvement. This royal color is a distinction with any other color, further illuminating spaces and creating light points in rooms. Rug Society Cell Rug with a neutral color and gold details is the perfect tool to insert a touch of luxury into your living spaces.
The Colombia Armchair, inspired by its coffee taste, breathes comfort and elegance into any living room design. Made from boucle fabric and dark bronze matte, this armchair will bring that serene atmosphere we often associate with minimal interiors. Take a moment for yourself and enjoy the simplest things in life with the Colombia armchair!
Amy Table Lamp is a Mid-Century Modern table lamp, with a lighting design inspired by one of the greatest British singers and songwriters of all time – Amy Winehouse.
Cypress is a tree of many symbolisms and ornamental capabilities. Featuring a structure in glossy gold plated brass, shaders in gold plated brass, and a base in white marble, the Cypres Floor Lamp promises to make an impact in any home decor. Have a look and see!
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Dewan continues to grow with the opening of a new office in Cairo
The Expansion marks the multidisciplinary Architecture and Engineering Firm’s Ninth Office Across Three Continents. Cementing its continued expansion across the Middle East and North African markets, Dewan Architects + Engineers is inaugurating its newest office in Cairo, Egypt on September 1, 2021. Located on the East side of the Egyptian capital in the 5th Settlement area, the new location represents Dewan’s ongoing commitment to designing projects that enrich communities and delivering outstanding client service through the development of key relationships across the region. Dewan’s Cairo office will take on projects with a multidisciplinary approach, focussing on master planning, residential, mixed-use, and hospitality developments, with a number of new projects already underway.
“From redefining skylines to master planning thriving communities, Dewan’s holistic experience in design will positively contribute to Egypt’s burgeoning real estate market,” said Ammar Al Assam, CEO of Dewan. “Our commitment to creative design and sustainable development will further elevate Egypt as a premier destination to live, visit, and conduct business. The new office also represents a milestone in Dewan’s international success, along with its mission to expand its reach across the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeast Asia.”
Dewan’s expansion to Cairo comes at a time of significant growth for the city and the country overall, which is witnessing an increased demand for new developments in the residential and hospitality sectors –– especially as the Egyptian government scales up its investment in the tourism industry. Leveraging its experience designing thriving mixed-use developments, Dewan’s growing local team has already begun to service that need with the recent completion of the first phase of The Estates, SODIC’s latest luxury residential community featuring premium amenities including a spa and nursery, as well as retail space. The firm has also completed projects for one of the country’s prominent developers, Emaar Misir, with the successful delivery of two innovative new K-12 schools within the fully-integrated, eco-friendly community Mivida –– designed to further enhance the existing social infrastructure and promote development across the country.
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Office space reimagined: Everything you need to know about Dubai’s newest incubator
WrkBay by Ayana Holding is a new incubator and collaborative workspace that offers startups a chance to pitch their innovative business ideas to UAE-based real estate ecosystem – Ayana Holding. Ideally situated in the centre of Dubai, this hidden gem is the place-to-be for aspiring entrepreneurs, freelancers, and corporate employees alike. Beyond its beautifully designed offices, freshly brewed coffee, and delicious healthy snacks, WrkBay specialise in providing collaborative workspace for startups and entrepreneurs to connect with industry leaders and grow with the support from Ayana Holding’s network.
“Startups help solve complex problems, of course we want to support our community by connecting them with the best resources, classes, connections, and anything else they need to survive and thrive,” said Abdulla Lahej,co-founder, Ayana Holding.
New companies require new capabilities to face the evolving digital and environmental future, such as workshops, development strategies, and business support. Ayana Holding has recently partnered with California-based proprietary intelligence platform, ‘Apsy’, which will allow members the access to develop and design mobile apps without complex technical requirements. The UAE continues to support small and medium enterprises (SME’s) in the region through initiatives and programmes, including the recently launched crowdfunding platform, Dubai Next, as well as the new Commercial Companies Law, coming into effect June 1st 2021, that will allow 100% foreign ownership of onshore companies in the UAE.
“In alignment with the UAE’s initiatives, our WrkBay Startup Scheme offers a vibrant atmosphere with collaboration and networking at the core, and the very best of Ayana Holding’s resources,” shared Hamid Kerayechian, co-founder, Ayana Holding.
Members have the opportunity to prepare a pitch for the directors of Ayana Holding, who will then carefully select a startup to support, invest in, and welcome on board. Members professionally benefit from expert speakers, networking events, meeting rooms, cloud computing packages, and mentoring from industry leaders. Home to many successful startups including XPLOR; a PropTech, virtual mapping and master planning software genius. The WrkBay-founded tech-startup received US$3 million in funding to accelerate real estate digitisation using revolutionary, cutting-edge technology. M2L Concepts, an interactive leisure and entertainment company, is yet another success story to come from the Holding group. With the extensive network and support M2L have been able to gain access to new technologies, crafting immersive experiences that traverse the digital and physical world. M2L were crowned winners of ‘Ingenuity in Design & Entertainment’ at the Design Middle East Awards 2020.
The beautiful space is well-equipped to make your working life easier; sit and enjoy a coffee and (healthy) snack in the stylish café or sanctuary garden, attend a networking event or art exhibition with a new-found connection, make your start-up come to life from one of the premium offices, or just chill with Rio (the pet Macaw parrot) – perfect for decompressing after a busy day. “We are moving toward a future model of working that is not just about work, but wellness, nature, and socialising. A productive mind is a well-balanced mind, and we are here to make your working life easier,” said Ravi Subbiah, managing director, WrkBay.
With the rise of remote working, co-working spaces have also gained a lot of traction, with people craving a flexible, socially-distanced, working atmosphere in a non-competitive environment. It’s highly likely that co-working spaces are here to stay.
WrkBay by Ayana Holding, Za’abeel Road, Dubai, UAE. Opening hours: Sat-Thurs 9am – 7pm. [email protected]
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Influencer Nas Daily’s new Emirates Tower office designed by Kart Group is bold and beautiful!
Well-known influencer Nuseir Yassin, the face of Nas Daily has opened his office in the Emirates Towers designed by Kart Group.
Yassin is an extraordinary Israeli-Palestinian Harvard graduate influencer who has already spent much of his young life travelling. Yassin runs a storytelling company that communicates the disparity between people, cultures, and religions. His journey started when he pledged to make a minute-long video for 1000 days. Nas means people in Arabic. Nas Daily creates videos about remarkable people from all over the world. Yassin is one of the most influential creators on Facebook, which is just shy of 20 million followers.
Project brief
Yassin and the team at NasDaily asked for a contemporary office design with a touch of colour that reflects the client’s corporate identity and youthful playfulness in the design features.
Concept
The overall concept of the 1100sqft office design is to reflect the personality of the founder; bold and brave. The dominating colour in the office space is pure white, and the rest of the colours are of muted neutral tones and a strong accent of yellow. Nas Daily is a young team, and they need inspirational office space that promotes a social and interactive atmosphere.
Various design elements
The office façade and the internal reception counter is a bold statement and catches everyone’s attention that passes Nas Daily on Emirates Towers Boulevard. The addition of the stark black framing enhances the depth of the office space, increases saturation and accentuates the confident yellow highlights. The office space is conveniently located on one floor and divided by glass panels into four unique areas.
About the ambience
The dynamic atmosphere of the office is boosted with the well-designed casual setting. The strong design lines and powerful pops of colour create compelling energy and movement throughout the office space, reception, and meeting room.
Unique features
Behind the welcome reception desk lies a portal comprising two booths on either side which are made private by floor-to-ceiling black panelling. The panels create an impressive doorway that also encourages movement into the offices behind.
Kart used high-quality concrete porcelain and acrylic panelling to create office space, and coloured stickers gave zingy accents. All of the furniture is in the preferred contemporary design in warm neutral colours that are accented with bold colours in the cushion collection.
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