Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Omrania, part of the Egis Group, is proud to announce the successful completion of the KAFD Fire Station, a state-of-the-art facility that will soon be operational in the heart of the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). This LEED Platinum landmark project is a unique, forward-thinking, and highly efficient building that…
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Riyadh-based Omrania to deliver wide ranging design services in and around Diriyah’s flagship Boulevard District in US $113.6 million (SAR 426.3 million) Omrania’s portfolio spans diverse high-caliber projects in Saudi Arabia, including master planning, hospitality, public spaces and mixed-use developments. DIRIYAH, Saudi Arabia – January 07 2025: Diriyah Company has awarded a major…
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An extraordinary legacy of commitment and dedication! We bid farewell last week to three remarkable pillars of Omrania Mr. Basem Al Shihabi, Mr. Othman Al Washmi, and Mr. Abdulsalam Al Haddad, whose combined years of service speak volumes about their unwavering loyalty. As we gathered at Omrania HQ to celebrate their remarkable journey, we expressed…
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Sulaiman Al Homran, Lead Architect at Omrania, was selected to participate in the NEOM Young Architects Residency Program in Venice. The program, which was a collaboration between NEOM Urban Planning and the Architecture & Design Commission of the Ministry of Culture, focused on the future of urbanism and livability. The initiative took place in Venice…
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In September 2023, Omrania achieved a significant milestone by offering its design professionals a unique training experience – the “Project Management for Design Professionals Course” (PM4DP). This course, led by the experienced Architect and Project Manager Don Ardiel, represents a notable achievement in project management. PM4DP was thoughtfully designed to equip design professionals with the…
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Today marks a momentous occasion as Omrania officially welcomes the successful completion of its acquisition by Egis Group, a leading global consulting, construction engineering, and operating firm headquartered in France. This strategic move is set to reshape the landscape of our industry, combining the rich 50 year legacy of Omrania with the global…
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This year marks the 50th Anniversary since Omrania was founded. Gathered for a festive and elegant evening, Mr. Basem Al Shihabi – Omrania’s founder – welcomed colleagues to celebrate the company’s legacy. The Omrania family is 50-years strong and is still passionate. The company hosted its customary annual iftar and dinner party. Held…
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Omrania, the Riyadh-based architecture and engineering consultancy with 50 years of experience, will join the Egis Group, a leading global engineering, consulting and operations firm. The acquisition marks a significant step forward for both firms in creating an opportunity to leverage their joint footprint and client base to reach significant scale in Saudi…
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The idea that city residents should have access to daily necessities within a 15-minute walk recalls ancient cities in the Middle East and beyond. Today, planners are seeking to combine walkable and bike-friendly neighborhoods with high-tech forms of urban mobility. The result could be more sustainable, livable, and contextually appropriate cities. What if…
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After years of prioritizing cars, Riyadh adopted a more balanced transportation strategy. The central element of this sustainable approach is the newly established Riyadh Metro, which includes a significant, multi-modal station designed by Omrania. Urban mobility has become a central issue in Riyadh. The Saudi capital city’s explosive growth from 150,000 inhabitants in…
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. Cutting-edge robotics and artificial intelligence are part of the Saudi National Industrial Strategy that is driving innovation in the Kingdom. Architecture, engineering and construction are among the many industries that will be affected by emerging technologies. Since we published an article last year on how robotic construction is becoming reality in the Middle…
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. Emerging AI tools combined with sensor networks are the backbone of ‘smart’ buildings. These rapidly advancing technologies enable building owners and operators to harness real-time and predictive data to enhance occupant comfort, improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline maintenance. Here’s why smart building technologies are becoming crucial to development in the Middle East.…
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