Arab Architects, one of the most prominent engineering and architectural consultancy firms in Bahrain, celebrated its 20th anniversary.
This milestone marks a career path filled with achievements and qualitative projects that have contributed to developing the city skyline and urban landscape and strengthening the company’s position both locally and regionally.
Arab Architects is an ISO-certified engineering consultancy firm classified as Category (A) by the Council for Regulating the Practice of Engineering Professions (CRPEP). Since its establishment in 2005, the company has successfully worked on projects valued at more than BD950 million, providing integrated architectural and engineering solutions in accordance with the latest technologies and international standards.
The company has solidified its presence in the local and regional markets by working on major projects across multiple sectors. It has adopted an integrated workflow methodology that brings various engineering disciplines under one roof, contributing to increased execution efficiency, reduced costs, and the achievement of the highest quality standards.
According to founder and managing director Mazen Mohamed Araiqat, Arab Architects was launched with a clear vision of commitment, quality, and discipline. He noted that the beginnings were simple before gradually evolving into a full-service engineering firm comprising a selection of top talents across various disciplines.
“What has been achieved over the past 20 years is the result of teamwork, team spirit, and a keenness to adhere to the highest professional standards,” Mr Mazen Araiqat said.
“We are proud that our projects have contributed to shaping part of the urban identity of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and we look forward to a new phase of regional and international expansion in line with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030.”
He pointed out that the company reached a pivotal milestone by obtaining the Category (A) classification in 2013, which opened the door to executing more complex and diverse projects, leading to residential towers and mixed-use developments. He also highlighted that 2024 marked the company’s expansion into Saudi Arabia, with plans to expand into other Gulf and regional markets as part of a strategy centered on innovation, sustainability, and human resource development.
General manager Mohamed Mazen Araiqat said that over the past years, the company has focused on keeping pace with technological advancements and updating its operational systems according to the best international standards, alongside investing in developing the work environment and enhancing the efficiency of its engineering staff.
“Arab Architects has grown progressively since its inception, and we have been able to work on strategic projects worth more than BD950m,” Mr Mohamed Araiqat said.
“Our regional expansion is an important step within our plan for sustainable growth and strengthening our presence in the region’s markets, while continuing to deliver real value to our clients and partners.”
The company has garnered numerous regional and international awards in design and architecture, underscoring its leading position and commitment to excellence and innovation. Additionally, it has been ranked among the top 10 best workplaces in Bahrain for the medium-sized business category by Great Place to Work.
As it enters its third decade, Arab Architects is moving towards new projects in Bahrain and a new phase of growth rooted in regional and international expansion, adopting sustainable engineering solutions and fostering strategic partnerships to support its role as a key partner in developing urban projects across the region.
The company affirmed that the upcoming phase will focus on cementing its presence in the Gulf and Middle East markets and investing in technology and human resources, all while maintaining the professional values that have formed the foundation of its success since day one.
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