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Dewan Architects + Engineers

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Dubai Design District

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About Dewan Architects + Engineers

Founded in 1984 with a Dubai presence since 1999, Dewan Architects + Engineers has grown to 950+ people across 8 offices. The firm is one of the largest Middle East-headquartered architecture practices, delivering projects spanning residential towers, hospitality, healthcare and mixed-use developments.

Expertise

  • High-rise residential and commercial towers
  • Hospitality and hotel design
  • Healthcare and educational facilities
  • Mixed-use and master planned communities
  • Interior design and fit-out supervision
  • Structural and MEP engineering

Why Choose Dewan

  • 950+ people across 8 international offices
  • 40+ years in the industry, 25+ years in Dubai
  • ME-headquartered — deep understanding of local regulations
  • Integrated architecture and engineering under one roof
  • D3 office in Dubai's Zaabeel creative district

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Services Offered

Key services Dewan Architects + Engineers provides for architecture & engineering firms clients in Dubai:

Architecture and building design
Master planning and urban design
Interior design
Structural engineering
Mechanical and electrical (MEP) engineering
Landscape design
Sustainability design (LEED / Estidama)
Project management
Construction supervision
Cost consultancy and quantity surveying
BIM (Building Information Modelling)
Specification writing

Why Choose Dewan Architects + Engineers

  • 40+ years of regional experience — founded in Abu Dhabi in 1984, with a dedicated Dubai design studio since 1999.
  • True multidisciplinary practice — architecture, structural and MEP engineering, interiors, master planning and supervision delivered in-house.
  • 950+ specialists across 8 global offices, combining architects, engineers, planners and project managers.
  • Full residential capability — apartments, mixed-use towers, and large villa and townhouse communities.
  • Sustainability-focused with LEED- and Estidama-accredited professionals on staff.
  • BIM-driven delivery for coordinated design and documentation.

How Dewan Architects + Engineers Works

  1. 1

    Brief and consultation

    Discuss the project vision, site, budget and programme to define the design brief.

  2. 2

    Concept and schematic design

    Architects and planners develop concept options, massing and master planning where applicable.

  3. 3

    Detailed design and engineering

    Structural, MEP, interior and sustainability disciplines coordinate the full design package, typically using BIM.

  4. 4

    Authority approvals and documentation

    Construction documents and specifications are prepared and submitted for the required authority approvals.

  5. 5

    Construction supervision

    The team supervises construction on site to ensure delivery in line with the approved design.

Business Profile

Established 1984 (42+ yrs)
Company Size Enterprise (200+)
Hours Standard hours (Sun-Thu)

Hours and pricing may change — confirm directly with the business before engaging.

Licenses & Certifications

LEED Accredited Professionals on staff
U.S. Green Building Council
Estidama (Pearl Rating) professionals on staff
Department of Municipalities and Transport, Abu Dhabi

Licenses and certifications are subject to renewal. Verify current status with the issuing authority before engagement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dewan design private villas in Dubai, or only large developer projects?

Dewan works across the residential sector and has designed large villa and townhouse communities (for example coastal communities comprising villas, townhouses and apartments). It is a large multidisciplinary firm whose work is typically developer- and project-based, so private one-off villa commissions should be discussed directly to confirm fit.

What services does Dewan provide?

Architecture, master planning and urban design, interior design, structural engineering, MEP engineering, landscape, sustainability design, project management, construction supervision, cost consultancy and BIM.

Is Dewan an architecture studio or a multidisciplinary engineering firm?

Both. Dewan is a multidisciplinary practice combining architects, engineers, planners and project managers, so architecture and engineering disciplines are handled under one roof.

When was Dewan founded and where is it based?

Dewan was founded in Abu Dhabi in 1984 and opened its Dubai design studio in 1999. It now operates from eight offices globally with more than 950 staff.

What sectors does Dewan work in?

Hospitality, residential, commercial, retail, cultural, education and master planning.

Does Dewan handle sustainability and green-building requirements?

Yes. The firm provides sustainability design and has LEED- and Estidama-accredited professionals on staff.

How much does Dewan charge?

Fees are project-based and provided on a quote-on-request basis after the brief and scope are discussed.

Location

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Dubai Design District (D3), Zaabeel Area, Dubai Design District, Dubai, UAE

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+971 4 240 2010 [email protected] Visit Website
Dubai Design District (D3), Zaabeel Area, Dubai

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