Deep basement design considerations

Multiple design considerations have to be taken into account when projects are to have useable underground areas, says Cundall’s Fazel Bashir. Deep...

How value engineering can boost Middle East construction

Value engineering can have a positive impact on projects, as long as it’s implemented correctly, says Sharon Jutla . The Middle East...

The challenge ahead for UAE green building legislation

Nick Constantine, senior surveyor in the Project and Building Consultancy department at Cavendish Maxwell, says that while green building legislation is a...

Windows work: How natural light can boost morale in the office

Big Project ME speaks to lighting experts to find out how mimicking natural light can help improve worker performance in closed environments....

Saudi Arabia’s construction sector in focus

Faithful+Gould’s David Clifton weighs in on the largest economy in the Middle East, and discusses how the building sector will shape up...

Construction planning: Bringing a holistic view to projects

Middle East Consultant discusses the all-important topic of construction planning and looks at the approaches and innovations that consultants rely on. Buildings...

Grenfell Tower: Lessons from a tragedy

In the wake of the deadly fire at the London tower, Craig Ross, partner and head of project and building consultancy at...

Set in stone: Why surface protection matters

Architects, consultants and project owners could benefit greatly from a better understanding of stone protection solutions, says FILA’s Francesco Pettenon. The Middle...

The importance of valuation in the Mideast machinery market

As the region’s construction and equipment market matures further and increases global compliance, machinery and asset valuation is assuming greater importance than...