Architectural firm RMJM has presented its latest mixed-use project in Riyadh’s Al Qairawan district. The development is characterised by a contemporary interpretation of Salmani design principles, using textured façades and vertical fins to manage the local climate. By breaking the massing into a collection of varied volumes, the design incorporates green terraces and shaded pedestrian colonnades at street level.
Golden Land Development has announced its first residential venture, Naseem compound, located in the Green Revolution area of Sheikh Zayed. The EGP 5 billion project features a low-density design with only 27% building coverage across 8.5 feddans. Offering units from one to four bedrooms, the development is positioned near the Grand Egyptian Museum and Sphinx International Airport. With payment plans extending up to ten years, the project marks a significant expansion for the developer into Egypt’s luxury residential market.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has expanded its presence in Vietnam with the opening of Hyatt Regency Nha Trang. The new beachfront hotel features 434 guestrooms and suites designed to reflect the local maritime culture and fishing traditions. Situated on the prominent Tran Phu Street, the property offers easy access to the city’s historic district and transport links.
Modon has awarded an AED 5 billion construction contract for the Nawayef East and Nawayef West developments on Hudayriyat Island, marking Abu Dhabi's biggest residential deal of 2025. The project will see 735 luxury villas built on record-breaking man-made hills, some rising up to 55 metres high. This landmark agreement follows earlier infrastructure works as the island continues its transformation into a premier residential hub.
New Murabba has formalised a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Municipalities and Housing to streamline urban development in Riyadh. The agreement covers land use integration, green space expansion and the adoption of global best practices for infrastructure. By aligning architectural identities and smart city strategies, the two bodies aim to deliver a sustainable modern downtown. The deal also focuses on traffic safety and community participation as part of the broader Saudi Vision 2030.
Dominus and Cheyne Capital have acquired the Grade II-listed Ibex House in the City of London for conversion into a 382-room hotel. The Art Deco landmark, built in the 1930s, will undergo a sustainable transformation designed by Studio Moren. The project aims to preserve the majority of the original structure while targeting top-tier environmental certifications. Alongside luxury guest rooms, the scheme includes the reopening of a historic pub and the launch of a new hospitality training academy.