Construction in the Middle East would seem to be weathering the current global downturn better than elsewhere. However, the region has not escaped unscathed. Financial pressures necessitate new ways of working that both cut costs and increase quality.

Challenges facing the industry were intensified last year following the decree, by his Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, that all buildings in Dubai must be constructed in line with internationally recognised ‘green building’ standards. In this article BIM Journal examines the impact of ‘green’ in the Middle East.
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Innovation can be defined as the solving of two or more problems with a single solution. Applying BIM process and technology to environmentally friendly construction, not only addresses demands of the new ‘green agenda’, but also delivers solutions needed by industry to improve quality and reduce cost. This article examines how this can be done.
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The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is the third largest mosque in the world and an iconic landmark due to its triple domed roof and multi-dome structure.

IES were appointed to conduct thermal simulation and analysis of the building using their building analysis software suite the , in order to determine internal thermal comfort conditions, optimise HVAC system performance and verify building safety.

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