Whitespace Architects

Region

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Category

Mixed Use Architecture

Website

http://www.whitespace.ae/

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Design architects Yasser Abuelnasr and Francesco Anzolin founded Whitespace Architects with the aim of delivering the best of architecture, urbanism, research, and development in the United Arab Emirates. Today, the group of over 20 architects, designers, builders, and creative thinkers is currently developing a number of projects throughout the Middle East and Europe. This well-respected architecture studio has recently won the prestigious title Best Luxury Sustainable Mixed-Use Architecture for Masdar City in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Whitespace Architects is highly regarded for its innovative approach to traditional architecture. The firm prides itself on consistently rethinking architectural approaches in order to deliver contemporary designs that are relevant for the here and now but with a sense of longevity. Whitespace’s architecture emerges out of a careful analysis of how contemporary lifestyle constantly evolves and changes.

Whitespace Architects has worked on well over 150 projects, collaborating with at least 42 architects and over 23 engineers. The firm’s network of specialists is a key component of its ability to deliver superior architectural services.

Whitespace Architects has a rich portfolio, including both residential and commercial projects such as Masdar City Small Square and Jubail Palace in Abu Dhabi as well as Dubai Creek Harbour Towers in Dubai.

About Masdar City in Abu Dhabi:

Masdar City is a living, working community where residents, academics, and business professionals live, learn, work and play in an environment that pushes the boundaries of sustainable design, construction, and operation.

The city contains one of the largest clusters of low-carbon buildings in the world. Buildings are designed to high sustainability standards and certified by the Department of Municipalities and Transport’s (DMT) Estidama, or LEED green building rating systems. Community amenities are certified under DMT’s Estidama Pearl Community Rating System.

Learn more about the Masdar City at https://masdarcity.ae/en