Mirdif City Centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Designed by RTKL, Mirdif City Centre is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Strategically located between the Dubai International Airport and the Mirdif residential district, Mirdif City Centre is a reflection of Dubai’s position as an international retail destination and commitment to sustainability. The 230,000 sq m centre’s design is driven by its surrounding environmental [...]

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Surrey Central City, Mixed-use building brings new life to the community in Vancouver, Canada

The Surrey Central City, Mixed-use building brings new life to the community designed by Bing Thom Architects is located in Vancouver, Canada.  One project that exemplifies their adept skill is Surrey Central City, a mixed-use building that has spurred renewal for a community that had been neglected for decades. Surrey Central City is a project [...]

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Consolidated Rental Car Facility & Parking Garage in Florida, United States

Located in Florida, United States, Consolidated Rental Car Facility & Parking Garage was designed by Spillis Candela DMJM (part of DMJM Design). A unique building that brings all rental car companies and their fleets into one structure, the Consolidated Rental Car Facility radically simplifies and improves the experience of travelers and rental car customers. The [...]

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HOK London office in London, United Kingdom

Designed by HOK, located in London, United Kingdom, HOK London office has achieved LEED Commercial Interiors (LEED-CI) Gold certification for its newly designed office at the Qube, in Central London – a UK industry first. Established by the U.S. Green Building Council, the LEED Green Building Rating System is a voluntary international standard for developing [...]

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Convention Centre Dublin in Dublin, Ireland

Located in Dublin, Ireland, Designed by Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo and Associates LLC, The Convention Centre Dublin (CCD) is Ireland’s new world-class, purpose-built international conference and event venue located in Spencer Dock. Its stunning design includes a unique glass-fronted atrium running the full height of the building which gives visitors panoramic views of the River [...]

Tags: County Dublin, Dublin, Dublin Airport, Dublin Port Ferry Terminal, food/bar service, Geography of Ireland, Kevin Roche John Dinkeloo and Associates LLC, Light rail, Luas, Mayor, North Wall, Provinces of Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Royal Canal, Spencer Dock, The Convention Centre, transportation, Wicklow mountains