Fit-out firms that design and build their own products are in vogue

Consumers across industries are looking for businesses that offer quality services quickly, hence inclining toward fit-out companies that produce their own designs...

Smart homes – a critical component of smart cities

Authorities are increasingly turning to the concept of smart cities to alleviate many of the issues they face today says PNC Menon,...

Shifting buyers’ behaviour shapes rising demand in the UAE

People around the world now realise that if and when a new pandemic hits, or if there is economic or political turmoil,...

How the UAE is future-proofing by being a Metaverse champion

Ali Sajwani, General Manager – Operations at DAMAC and CEO of D-Labs shares his thoughts on the Metaverse with MECN. Far from...

The key to overcoming pay disparity in the built environment

Overcoming pay disparity based on ethnicity will require commitment of all levels and a strong collaborative approach says HKA’s Nurul Sabri. There...

The rise of sustainable construction trends in 2022 and beyond

The built environment can be a game-changing sector to support efficiency and Net Zero goals says Heriot-Watt University Dubai's Dr. Anas Bataw....

Making sense of the green agenda in real estate – Is ambition matched by reality?

With the government’s commitment and developers’ dedication toward finding more economically feasible solutions, the built environment can help achieve the national climate...

Smart city as a service (SCaaS) – How cities are evolving

SCaaS could be indispensable in helping ensure MEA projects remain on budget, well-managed and ready to handle any potential disruptions, writes Orange...

Capital Projects and Infrastructure: ‘The whole is greater than the sum of the parts’

Kathleen McGrail, managing director – Advisory Services at WSP Middle East sheds light on the nascent need for transformational lifecycle portfolio management...

How machinery is shaping the future of construction

Machinery innovations are changing construction and the industry is projected to see a surge in demand for environmentally friendly equipment, says Jeff...