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Moon World Resorts appoints BDP Quadrangle as Lead Architects

Wed, 30 Sep 2026

Moon World Resorts (MWR) has appointed Toronto-based studio BDP Quadrangle as the lead architects across all its Smart City masterplans. This engagement draws on BDP Quadrangle's multidisciplinary approach to architecture, design, and urbanism.

Construction & Real Estate Lifestyle

Saudi Arabia approves Misk Tarout plan to boost island investment

Wed, 30 Sep 2026

Sharqia Development Authority has announced that it has won approval from the Saudi authorities for its Misk Tarout masterplan for Darin and Tarout Island, thus paving the way for new urban, economic and environmental development projects in the Eastern Region.

Construction & Real Estate

X Architects unveils 2.3-million sqm Zayed Waterfront masterplan in Abu Dhabi

Wed, 23 Sep 2026

X Architects has unveiled Zayed Waterfront, a conceptual 2.3 million-sq-m masterplan proposed for Mina Zayed that reimagines the historic Abu Dhabi port as a new waterfront gateway with three connected districts, thus forming a new urban sequence between downtown Abu Dhabi, Corniche and Saadiyat Island.

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VA Group to develop key mixed-use project in Oman’s historic Muttrah waterfront

Sun, 13 Sep 2026

International developer VA Group has announced that it has secured long-term land rights in Oman’s historic Muttrah waterfront, to develop an 18.5-hectare mixed-use project, featuring a mix of residences, leisure and retail facilities within the Port Sultan Qaboos Waterfront Masterplan.

Construction & Real Estate Miscellaneous

LAVA named Custodian of Expo 2030 Riyadh Master plan

Sun, 16 Aug 2026

LAVA (Laboratory for Visionary Architecture), a global network practice with bases in Germany and Australia, has been appointed Custodian of the Expo 2030 Riyadh Master plan, thus marking a significant new phase as the project transitions into detailed design and implementation stage.

Construction & Real Estate Lifestyle

Palace Group wins contract to build Eden Hills luxury villas

Tue, 07 Jul 2026

UAE-based developer H&H has appointed leading contractor Palace Group to deliver an exclusive collection of six-bed Luna Villas within its nature-led residential community - Eden Hills in Dubai. Set for completion in 2028, these villas occupy prime plots overlooking the signature Central Wadi.

Construction & Real Estate

RCRC readies 456-sq-km master plan for Northeast Riyadh

Tue, 28 Jul 2026

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) said it had completed the master plan for Northeast Riyadh, laying out the framework for the development of a 456-sq-km area earmarked for future infrastructure, housing and commercial investment.

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Emaar to unveil masterplan for AED200bn destination

Thu, 11 Jun 2026

Emaar Properties is set to unveil its most ambitious masterplan in the heart of Dubai - a AED200 billion development that aims to redefine urban living. The masterplan will deliver a GFA exceeding 4.5 million sq m, encompassing a mix of residential towers, villas and mansions, Grade-A offices, retail hubs, hospitality and cultural amenities.

Construction & Real Estate Lifestyle

Al Ghurair signs up lead masterplan design architect for Dubai mixed-use project

Tue, 14 Apr 2026

UAE-based Al Ghurair Development has announced that it has signed up top global practice Pelli Clarke & Partners as the lead masterplan design architect for its large-scale transit-connected, mixed-use masterplan community in Al Jaddaf, Dubai.

Construction & Real Estate

Beyond achieves key milestone on its Dubai Maritime City masterplan

Tue, 24 Mar 2026

Beyond Developments has confirmed continued construction momentum across its Dubai Maritime City masterplan, with measurable progress achieved across all active developments and key structural milestones delivered in line with approved schedules.