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With a theme of ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future’ and promoting sustainability, mobility and opportunity, Dubai’s Expo 2020 was hosted on a purpose-built site in unique pavilions of outstanding architectural design. The 15,000m sq. UAE Pavilion made for a truly impressive focal point for the 6-month event, designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava to represent a falcon in flight and providing exhibition spaces, auditorium, cafés and VIP lounges. Addressing sustainable solutions to global issues, Expo 2020 and its Expo City site have established a lasting economic and social legacy for Dubai and its communities.
The UAE Pavilion is a building of notable design and architecture, and we are delighted to have worked with Calatrava International to bring it to life, supporting Dubai’s continued movement to become a world leader in sustainable development.
Omnium was appointed to this unique project of exceptional design and prominence, in addition to Expo 2020’s further Signature Pavilions, delivering pre contract Cost Consultancy and Quantity Surveying services to architect Calatrava International. The internationally significant Expo 2020 built a sustainable and long-lasting legacy, creating opportunities for the UAE, participants, visitors and the wider community. Omnium’s value engineering, strategic advice and Gulf-based, director-led expertise supported Calatrava in delivering this important project which continues to be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.
Led by Managing Director Kieran Duckworth, Omnium’s work on the UAE Pavilion was undertaken in close partnership with architect Santiago Calatrava, ensuring that the values and ultimate results of the project were consistently shared throughout. Our team understood the importance of this project to Dubai, the UAE Pavilion sitting at the heart of global sustainability discussion and providing a unique collaborative space for years to come. Supported by our UAE-based Cost Planning and office team, Omnium delivered trusted QS and Cost Consultancy expertise that has established Dubai on the world stage.
A spectacular focal point for the Expo 2020 site, the impressive UAE Pavilion was designed by architect Santiago Calatrava to represent a falcon in flight and housed exhibition spaces, an auditorium, food and beverage outlets and VIP lounges.
Internationally recognised Spanish/Swiss architect and structural engineer Santiago Calatrava is behind some of the world’s most impressive and unique structures. Having designed The Tower, the centrepiece of the landmark Dubai Creek Harbour development, as well as Expo 2020’s UAE Pavilion, the architect is building a strong portfolio in the UAE and enjoys a reputation for stunning, innovative and modern design to which sustainability is a key component.
Joining Omnium in 2008, Kieran brought with him experience in large retail, education and industrial projects together with high rise commercial and residential projects from the UK. He leads teams on projects central to Dubai’s landscape, working closely with clients such as Emaar Properties.
