Top architecture firms in Dubai
Dubai is known around the world for its architectural marvels and futuristic designs, just think of the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, or the Dubai Frame. Not to mention the booming real estate industry that continues to develop luxury resorts, residences, hotels, and more. This rapid growth and innovation have enticed top-notch architectural firms, as well as interior design companies, to set up business in Dubai.
Architectural firms often offer a wide range of services including conceptual design, master planning, project management, and interior design. In general, Dubai architecture is characterized by a blend of traditional Arab and modern Western styles. Modern Islamic, contemporary, and minimalist architectural designs are popular, among others. Many Dubai firms are also placing sustainability at the forefront of their business, using technology, innovative designs, and the latest research to create spaces that are environmentally conscious, functional, and visually appealing.
Below is a summary of the top architecture firms in Dubai, including large and small architecture firms that work on projects of varying sizes.
Best architecture firms in Dubai
DSA Architects
DSA Architects was established in 1985 in South Africa. They have projects in more than 30 countries across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia.
DSA Architects works on luxury resorts, residences, boutique hotels, and commercial, retail, and education projects. They work on larger mixed-use developments as well as on smaller projects with individual clients. Their services include multi-disciplinary design services, architectural design, design management and lead consultancy, master planning, site supervision and administration, and design and build.
Some of DSA Architects' popular projects include Madinat Jumeirah Living, One&Only The Palm, Aquaventure Atlantis The Palm, One The Palm Residences. DSA Architects has a 4.9 Google rating.
Killa Design
Killa Design was established in Dubai in 2015. They are focused on creating innovative and timeless designs that are environmentally sustainable using smart technologies and futuristic designs.
Killa Design works on a variety of projects such as mixed-use, high-rise, hospitality, office, and residential projects. They’ve designed city masterplans, waterfronts, ultra-luxury hotels, resorts, and cultural buildings (museums, theaters, etc.). Additional services they offer are interior design, engineering, site supervision, and project management.
Some of their prominent projects include the Museum of the Future, Marsa Al Arab Hotel, Office of the Future (the first occupied printed building in the world), and Vida Hotel & Serviced Apartments. Killa Design has a 4.7 Google rating.
RMJM
RMJM was founded in 1956 and is based out of London. They are the design and master planning specialists of Morrison Consulting Group. RMJM is a large architecture and urban planning network with studios in Dubai, New York, Singapore, Italy, Czechia, Serbia, Brazil, and more.
They began working in the Middle East in 1968 and consequently opened an office in Dubai in 1971. RMJM was one of the first registered international consultants employed by the Ruler of Dubai. They focus on commercial, education, hospitality, residential, mixed-use, and transport projects.
Some of their Dubai projects include Gate Avenue at DIFC, Innovation Hub, Dubai International Convention Centre, Hilton Hotel in Dubai South, Marina Heights Tower, and The Jewels Dubai. RMJM has a 4.5 Google rating.
Dewan Architects + Engineers
Dewan Architects + Engineers is a multidisciplinary architectural design firm established in 1984 in Abu Dhabi. They opened an office in Dubai in 1999. Dewan Architects is a leader in the Middle East with projects in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Qatar, Africa (Egypt), and Vietnam. They employ 500 people across 8 offices.
Dewan Architects focuses on commercial, mixed-use, and residential projects. Their architectural services include conceptual design, design development, BIM/Revit, Graphic design, and data-driven design. They also provide holistic services in addition to architecture and engineering, such as master planning, interior design, sustainability, cost estimates, and post-contract.
Their most popular projects include Port de La Mer, Waterfront at D3, Riverland, and Mamsha Al Saadiyat (in Abu Dhabi). Dewan Architects + Engineers has a 4.4 Google rating.
La Casa
La Casa was founded in 2006 and is based in Dubai and Qatar. They have studios across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
They take on residential, commercial, hospitality, mixed-use developments, master plans, and interior design projects, including hotels, offices, malls, and more. La Casa’s services include architectural design, interior design, infrastructure, construction supervision, and structural systems.
Projects of theirs in Dubai include Ajman Freezone Tower, Royal Atlantis, Residence 1451, School of Research Science, and Madinat Badr Phase 2. La Casa has a 4.4 Google rating.
Bayaty Architects
Bayaty Architects was established in 1978 in Abu Dhabi. They are a design and engineering firm with an in-house research team, completing projects across the Middle East.
Bayaty Architects mostly focuses on retail, governmental, commercial, and residential projects. They offer MEP designs and structural design services for a range of building types and scales.
One of their most well-known projects is in Ai Ain where they developed the largest mosque dome in the UAE for the Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan Mosque. They also completed City Land Mall. Bayaty Architects has a 4.4 Google rating.
Makan
Makan was established in 2005 in Abu Dhabi. They are an architecture and engineering firm that has since expanded to 6 countries across the Middle East.
Makan works on everything from high-rise, hospitality, retail, educational, offices, complexes and master plans, industrial and showrooms, religious, recreational, residential villas, and interiors. Additionally, they provide urban planning, interior design, engineering, and supervision services.
One of their projects in Dubai is Sama Towers, but they also have other well-known projects in the region such as Khalifa Mosque and Rawda Palace in Al Ain. Makan Consulting Engineers has a 4.3 Google rating.
Archcorp
Archcorp was established in 2005 in Dubai and now has branches in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah as well. They have also been involved in projects across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia.
Archcorp takes on a wide range of projects including commercial, retail, residential, hospitality, master planning, expo pavilions, public buildings, industrial, institutional, and aviation. Their services include architectural, structural, and interior design as well as construction supervision and quantity surveying.
Some of their featured projects include Polo Residence in Meydan, Jama Mosque, and Meydan Avenue. Archcorp has a 4.1 Google rating.
Small architecture firms in Dubai
Loci Architecture + Design
Loci Architecture + Design was founded in 2012 and is based in Dubai. They provide their services in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Cairo, and Amman.
Loci Architecture + Design develops culturally integrated designs for private residences, shopping malls, medical centers, and offices.
Their popular projects include Motor City Community Center, Abwab Pavillion, and private villas on Palm Jumeirah. Loci Architecture + Design has a 4.9 Google rating.
Al Emaar Engineering Consultants
Al Emaar Engineering Consultants (AEEC) was established in 2000 and works across the UAE.
AEEC focuses on up-scale residential buildings, commercial buildings, retail, hospitality, industrial, and luxury and commercial villas. In addition to architecture, they offer project management, structure, and interior design solutions.
Many of their projects are located just north of Dubai in Sharjah. They’ve also completed projects in Dubai, such as residential buildings in Dubai Silicon Oasis. AEEC has a 4.5 Google rating.
Archidentity
Archidentity was started in 2009. They use a post-modernist design approach and include elements of local culture and architecture.
The majority of Archidentity’s projects are residential villas; however, they have multiple commercial projects in the design stage. Some notable projects include FZ House, The Art of Dining Bentley, FO House, and JT House. Archidentity has a 4.4 Google rating.
Abdul Rahim Architectural Consultants
Abdul Rahim Architectural Consultants (ARACO) was founded in 1987. They are one of the UAE’s leading consultants in design, supervision, and project management.
ARACO specializes in residential towers and villas, commercial buildings, hospitals, and industrial projects. In addition to architecture, they offer services for engineering, interior design, and project management and supervision.
Their projects include private villas, hotel apartments, and residential buildings in Jumeirah, Al Barsha, Al Qusais, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and JVC. Abdul Rahim Architectural Consultants has a 4.3 Google rating.
Whitespace Architects
Whitespace Architects (WSA) is an international group that was founded in 2010. They have regional offices in the UAE (Dubai), the Netherlands, and Egypt and branches in Abu Dhabi, Cairo, Milan, and Beirut. They employ 42 architects and 23 engineers.
Whitespace Architects’ areas of expertise include mixed-use developments, luxury villas, mid-rise and high-rise buildings, hospitality, office buildings, retail, and urban design. They work on both large master developments and small projects for private clients. Their large portfolio consists largely of private villas, residential towers, showrooms, and hotels. In addition to architecture, they specialize in design, building, and research and development.
They’ve completed projects in The Valley townhouses and Tilal Al Ghaf. Whitespace Architects has a 3.8 Google rating.
To conclude
These are some of the top architecture firms that continue to contribute to Dubai’s remarkable cityscape. As mentioned, some of these firms work alongside developers on large-scale projects, while others work with private clients, and some do a combination of both. Depending on your type of project and needs, you can narrow your search to find the best architectural firm for a given project. Dubai’s architecture is constantly evolving, with new styles, designs, and architectural firms emerging. You can become more familiar with UAE real estate and mortgages by checking out our informative blogs. 
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