The Challenge: Delivering a $500M mixed-use twin-tower design for a major developer like Aldar presents a unique challenge of scale. While the planning controls allowed for significant freedom, the commercial pressure was immense: the asset needed to achieve aggressive yield targets and unit efficiencies to be viable. The risk was a "design drift" where architectural ambition disconnects from the commercial and technical realities of a high-volume residential engine.

The Intervention: Efe served as a key technical engine within the design team. Working inside a Tier 1 global architectural practice, he contributed to the rigorous design process required to document a project of this magnitude. We focused on the technical coordination of complex residential typologies, working with specialist sub-consultants to ensure the architectural intent was translated into accurate, conflict-free documentation. This experience provided a foundational understanding of how institutional-grade assets are designed and structured for delivery.

Our Impact:

• Asset Scale: Contributed to the design and delivery of major mixed-use residential projects valued over $500M, ensuring international quality standards were applied to high-density living.

• Stakeholder Alignment: Facilitated critical engagement workshops between government bodies, residents, and the developer, ensuring the architectural vision aligned with strict regulatory frameworks.

• Technical Coordination: Managed the interface with specialist sub-consultants, bridging the gap between architectural intent and engineering reality to reduce friction during the documentation phase.

• Design Rigour: Developed comprehensive design packages for complex residential typologies (studios to 3-beds), balancing commercial efficiency (net lettable area) with high-end livability.