ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
Kuwait's rich architectural and design history is being preserved today by firms with a strong work ethic and the utmost attention to detail.
Projects typically have a long lifecycle no matter if they are buildings or infrastructure; depending on the size of the project, the design phase can usually take two to four years while construction normally takes two to seven years. We are currently working on different type of projects, ranging from offices to colleges to master plans and infrastructure. However, I always feel proud of and close to projects that are vital to our country's infrastructure and economy. For example, we are involved in numerous road projects in Kuwait, such as Cairo Street, South Regional Road, and South Surra Road, which will upgrade the road network around and provide direct connection to Jaber Hospital. These streets and roads are all part of a road network that will eventually relieve pressure on Kuwait's congested roads. In this regard, one of our most important projects is the new Mubarak Al-Kabeer port, for which we partnered with a British firm and Pace Architects to design the landside buildings. The economic implications of this project are vast, as the majority of Kuwait ports run below capacity, which, in turn, affects Kuwait's trade volumes. We are also working on the Kuwait Cancer Center as well as on numerous hospitals, whether it is with the Ministry of Health or the Ministry of Public Works.
In Kuwait, infrastructure projects have always been part of our work, and that area will continue to be important in 2017, as will the education and health sectors. We are currently working on the design of the largest children's hospital in the world in Kuwait. We are always on the lookout to be involved in the housing sector in Kuwait and the region for large-scale housing projects delivered by either the private sector or government. We already tapped into this sector in Bahrain and are working on a large social housing project for the Ministry of Housing and a new 200 key hotel that will be attached to one of the new shopping malls in Bahrain. We are also working on five residential towers at Diyar Al Muharaq as well as on a highway project in Bahrain. In Dubai, it is more about luxury buildings and commercial and tourism projects. The whole region lacks a lot of infrastructure so this sector will be important for the next 10-20 years. In terms of buildings, we go for residential multi-occupier or single, family-owned dwellings. In terms of our future strategy in housing, if the government comes up with better, well-defined housing schemes that involve financiers, contractors, and designers, then I am sure SSH will be involved.
Each and every project Pace undertakes follows five key principles of working—reflecting my own values and mission, so to speak. These values underpin everything we do at Pace, and reflect also the way I wish us to work with our clients. Creativity, adaptability, efficiency, absolute professionalism, and integrity are what we at Pace believe in—and what we deliver. The design process and our philosophy are based on collaboration among ourselves internally, the architects and engineers, and other 'partner disciplines,' and with our clients in response to their and the country's needs and environmental considerations. These are the precursors to how we start our design process. Our aim is simple: deliver outstanding results to our clients, whether a building, a road, or a masterplan for a whole new residential community. To achieve that outcome, it is crucial that our various specialist teams at Pace work extremely closely with our clients, from brief to concept to breaking ground, to completion and handover. In this way we can ensure our clients get the best return on what is a significant investment. Any design that has the name Pace associated with it must above all else be to our exacting Pace standards.
ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Guest Speaker
Dato’ Sri Haji Mohammad Najib bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak, Prime Minister , Malaysia
TBY talks to Dato' Sri Haji Mohammad Najib bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak, Prime Minister of Malaysia, on the growing contribution that Islamic countries are making to the global economy and how Islamic financing can offer new opportunities to industry and academia.
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HE Khaled Nasser Abdullah Al-Roudan, Minister, Commerce and Industry (MoCI)
TBY talks to HE Khaled Nasser Abdullah Al-Roudan, Minister of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), on tools and strategies for diversifying the economy, the role of international players in supporting a wider range of sectors, and the rapidly developing food industry.
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HE Yousef Al-Ebraheem, Advisor , Al-Diwan Al-Amiri
TBY talks to HE Yousef Al-Ebraheem, Economic Advisor to the Al-Diwan Al-Amiri, on the need for a rejuvenation of Kuwait's infrastructure to support an economy that has come a long way and the role education will play in delivering the expertise required by the society.
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Dr. Khaled A. Mahdi, Secretary-General , Supreme Council for Planning & Development (GSSCPD)
TBY talks to Dr. Khaled A. Mahdi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Planning & Development (GSSCPD), on the breakdown of Kuwait's long-term economic plan, the KPIs that will benchmark its success, and what Vision 2035 means for the nature of the economy.
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Sheikh Dr. Meshaal Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah, Director General, Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA)
TBY talks to Sheikh Dr. Meshaal Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah, Director General of the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA), on launching an investment promotion conference, attracting the right partners for PPP, and expectations for the year ahead.
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HE Dr. Mohammad M. Al-Zuhair, Executive Chairman, Kuwait National Fund for Small and Medium Enterprise Development
TBY talks to HE Dr. Mohammad M. Al-Zuhair, Executive Chairman of the Kuwait National Fund for Small and Medium Enterprise Development, on empowering young Kuwaitis, IT and entrepreneurialism, and the growth of fintech.
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Merchant families in Kuwait
Family-owned businesses play a major role in the Kuwaiti economy. However, with many approaching the third generation of management, they are starting to come across unique problems that may pose issues for the greater economy.
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HE Sheikh Abdullah Ahmad Al-Humoud Al-Sabah, Director, Environmental Public Authority (EPA)
TBY talks to HE Sheikh Abdullah Ahmad Al-Humoud Al-Sabah, Director of Environmental Public Authority (EPA), on how oil companies can contribute to Kuwait's vision on sustainability and the various projects that are coming to fruition.
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Dr. Samira S. Omar Asem, Director General, Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR)
TBY talks to Dr. Samira S. Omar Asem, Director General of the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR), on commercializing the green innovations coming from R&D initiatives, the role of collaboration across multiple sectors, and projects that we should expect to see more of in the future.
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Khaled Abdulrazzaq Al Khaled, Vice-Chairman and CEO, Boursa Kuwait Company
TBY talks to Khaled Abdulrazzaq Al Khaled, Vice-Chairman and CEO of Boursa Kuwait Company, on the takeover of the Kuwait Stock Exchange and the role the bourse plays in both the privatization of government entities and as a source of capital for family businesses.
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HE Essam Abdul Mohsen Al-Marzouq, Minister, Oil & Minister of Electricity and Water
TBY talks to HE Essam Abdul Mohsen Al-Marzouq, Minister of Oil & Minister of Electricity and Water, on cooperation with other ministries, the private sector's role in energy, and upcoming regulations.
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Ghalib Shlash Safouq, Assistant Undersecretary for the Construction Projects Sector, Ministry of Public Works
TBY talks to Ghalib Shlash Safouq, Assistant Undersecretary for the Construction Projects Sector at the Ministry of Public Works, on Kuwaiti companies, the country's healthcare facilities, and the role of international companies.
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Khaled K. Al Mashaan, Vice-Chairman & CEO, ALARGAN International Real Estate Company
TBY talks to Khaled K. Al Mashaan, Vice-Chairman & CEO of ALARGAN International Real Estate Company, on drivers of growth, operating throughout the region, and real estate prices in Kuwait.
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Tawfiq Ahmed Bin Sultan, Chairman, Middle East Telecommunications Company (METCO)
TBY talks to Tawfiq Ahmed Bin Sultan, Chairman of the Middle East Telecommunications Company (METCO), on e-government potential, the future of the economy, and the state of technology uptake in Kuwait.
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Sheikh Yousef Abdullah Sabah Al-Nasser Al-Sabah, Director General, Kuwait Ports Authority (KPA)
TBY talks to Sheikh Yousef Abdullah Sabah Al-Nasser Al-Sabah, Director General of Kuwait Ports Authority (KPA), on his operational plans for the near future and turning Kuwait into a regional logistics hub.
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HE Khaled Nasser Abdullah Al-Roudan, Acting Minister, State for Youth Affairs
TBY talks to HE Khaled Nasser Abdullah Al-Roudan, Acting Minister of State for Youth Affairs, on e-platforms and blended learning programs, developing ICT skills, and preparing young people for tomorrow.
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Eng. Ali Hussein Al Youha, Secretary-General, National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters
TBY talks to Eng. Ali Hussein Al Youha, Secretary-General of the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters, on the activities of the Council and works to preserve and enhance Kuwait's cultural heritage.
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