Leading Dubai-based interior architecture firm Pringle Brandon has identified a number of global market trends that are now beginning to shape the current regional interiors industry. Sustainability is one of them.

The design team of Studio Schiattarella and Tecturae from Italy won the competition. The objective of the winning proposal was to adhere to the specific route adopted by Saudi culture. The beduin tent is an icon and representation of the culture of Riyadh.

The term "supertall" (which refers to a building over 300 meters) is thus no longer adequate to describe these buildings: we are entering the era of the "megatall.'" This term is now officially being used by the CTBUH to describe buildings over 600 meters in height.

The UAE is very serious about renewable energy. This was one of the main topics that has been discussed at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre lately during WFES. Read more about the key lessons and the conclusions Will Nichols drew.

The second international Architects World Championship in Ski and Snowboard will be held from 2 to 5 February 2012. It will take place in Ischgl in Tyrol|Austria. Sport-loving architects and interior designers from around the world will compete in giant slalom and parallel slalom.