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"It takes time", Charles Collett
International architecture and design company Aedas opened its office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this year. Aedas Country Manager, Charles Collett spoke to ma about the patience you need if you want to be successful here.
ma: “Charles, many architecture offices are trying to get their foot into Saudi Arabia. How is Aedas doing?”
Charles Collett: “Aedas is an easy brand to sell. It’s … |
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David P. Roberts: "We are still expanding geographically."
Hong Kong-based Aedas – now second largest global architecture company – is working on major projects in twenty countries. ma met CEO David P. Roberts in Cannes. We talked about life, projects, crises, the world and Dubai.
Interview: Michael J. Rennschmied
ma: “I am impressed about the book you gave me.. I read it over night. It is about your company, I would say about your second … |
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Hoermann: Doors for Modern Industrial Architecture
Hörmann KG industrial doors: new sectional doors, new surfaces, new high-speed doors: Today, commercial halls are no longer just functional buildings – they represent a company through modern architecture. New products from Hörmann KG combine the daily demands made on industrial doors with high-class, modern appearance.
Industrial door for highest architectural expectations: In many cases, industrial doors are judged not only on practical and economical factors; aesthetic demands … |
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RAK rocks ...
Exquisitely fusing the diversities of cool and grandiose mountains, pristine and romantic beaches, sandy and adventurous deserts and stunning and picturesque landscapes, Ras Al Khaimah is increasingly enchanting tourists across the globe. Untouched by the brunt of the global downturn, this tranquil emirate of the UAE witnessed an eight per cent surge in the number of visitors in 2009.
Text: Askar Usman
Visitors have been embracing the emirate which lies in the northern part of the UAE, triggering an exciting expansion of its tourism sector over … |
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RAK Banyan Tree: A tribute to the heritage of the region
Set to be Ras Al Khaimah’s latest and most exclusive resort, Banyan Tree Al Wadi is now open. Owned by Rakeen Development and managed by Singapore-based Banyan Tree Holdings, the luxury desert spa resort offers a unique retreat within its own nature reserve. ma took a site tour.
“My team and I are proud to be part of such a unique project and we look forward to creating memorable and exceptional experiences for our guests”, Mr. Stefan van … |
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"The development of the Hajjar Mountains will increase our visitor numbers tremendously."
234,000 tourists spent 633,000 nights in hotels in Ras Al Khaimah in 2008. With many new projects the Emirate is going to boost this number. ma spoke to Professor Hassan Hamdan Al Alkim, General Director of the Economic Development Department.
ma: “Prof. Hassan, we have learned that you have a diverse strategy of attracting tourists to Ras Al Khaimah. What exactly do you mean?”
Prof. Hassan Hamdan Al … |
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