Construction & Industry
After years of scientific research, a new generation of waterproofing products are being introduced to the Middle East construction industry, but are they necessary for buildings surrounded by desert?
Construction & Industry
Increasing demand for LEED-approved interiors means sustainability is a key design criterion. James Boley takes a look at how a planet-friendly interior starts from the ground up.
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With air-conditioning gobbling up the biggest slice of the energy-consumption cake in the UAE, major manufacturers are starting to feel the heat as Dubai puts the finishing touches on its new green building regulations. Shikha Misha looks at some of the latest developments and trends.
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Riad Kamal, CEO, Arabtec Holding, refutes the BBC's labour camp claims and explains why Saudi offers hope amid the slowdown.
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Dubai is known on the global stage for the Burj Dubai, the Burj Al Arab, and the Palm islands. But sweep away the headline-grabbing projects, and there is still much work to be done.
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What benefits can be gained by using wood for construction and what are the issues to consider? Construction Week investigates.
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There's a lot of excitement surrounding LED lighting in modern interior applications. James Boley uncovers the truth behind the industry hype.
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So, how do you cut a drive sprocket? A machine tool show gives us some idea how spare parts are manufactured.
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Can old and dated buildings be made ‘smart' in keeping with the latest trend of green building and sustainability? MEP Middle East looks at a cutting-edge innovation in wireless networking and what this implies for retrofitting existing and new buildings.
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SHH's office interiors for a London-based firm blend classic with contemporary for a high impact working environment.
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Architect outlines the realities of renewable building products and technologies in the Gulf.
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A recent district cooling conference concluded with an interesting ‘round table' debate on the formation of an association to represent the MEP sector - an idea also supported by the likes of Drake & Scull International PJSC (DSI). MEP Middle East looks at this integral debate in detail.
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Understated but highly detailed, the interiors of Ruth's Chris Steak House complement the cuisine without drawing too much attention away from it, says Selina Denman.
Construction & Industry
A new machine in the UAE is set to revolutionise how we think about trenching and utility ditching.
Construction & Industry
The precise use of surveying equipment is vital to ensure a good quality final build, plus it can bring several additional benefits to a project, including time and cost savings. Construction Week investigates what's new in the sector.
Construction & Industry
In 1983 Saudi Arabia's Jubail Industrial City was cited in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest engineering and construction project ever attempted. In 2009 it's still getting bigger. CW's Benjamin Millington went onsite to gauge the scale of expansion.
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A critical look at IM Pei's Museum of Islamic Art.
Construction & Industry
Cutting light consumption and therefore energy use is high on the sustainable buildings agenda. But what measures are actually being taken on the ground? fmME reports.
Construction & Industry
fmME understands employment law in the UAE is a hot topic at the moment. Samir Kantaria, head of employment practice/partner, Corporate Commercial, Al Tamimi & Company, gives you the low down.
Construction & Industry
With sea levels predicted to rise by at least half a metre this century, Bahrain Editor Benjamin Millington explores what it means for the longevity of the 21st century's coastal developments.
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