A contemporary souk of shaded lanes and courtyards under perforated metal canopies.
For shopping, dining and meeting in a hot climate: shops, studios and restaurants along shaded lanes and a central courtyard planted with olive trees.
A forest of slender, tree-like steel columns carries perforated gold canopies that throw patterned shade over pale stone lanes. Low planters with light strips give seating and a soft glow after dark.
Shade, stone and planting do the work, so the souk stays comfortable with little mechanical cooling.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Retail
Long, layered terraces of pale travertine with fluted columns and bronze-framed glass step along the water, planted with date palms and olive trees. Inside, galleries look down into a tall atrium that frames the view of the harbour.
Natural stone, planting and generous public edges that welcome people whether or not they come to shop.
