19 June 2025
Designing for Impact in Ras Al Khaimah: Culture, Climate & Technology at the Heart of Iconic Architecture
As part of our continued commitment to shaping future-ready environments across the region, LWK + PARTNERS joined the Modern Buildings Summit at Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, where global voices gathered to explore how today’s architectural ambitions are reframing the built environment.
Our Director of Business Development, Andreja Marolt, took the stage as a panelist in the high-impact session:
“Designing Iconic Architecture – Blending Culture, Climate, and Technology.”
Moderated by Ahmed Raafat of A.R.M Holding, the panel brought together leading figures from across the design ecosystem, including Studio Libani, Dewan Architects + Engineers, and All Design. Together, they explored how regional identity, climate-consciousness, and digital innovation can coalesce to create architecture that is not only iconic, but culturally resonant and environmentally responsive.
Andreja shared insights on how contextual intelligence when rooted in place, people, and purpose can shape meaningful experiences within luxury and mixed-use developments, particularly across the GCC’s dynamic landscape.
The panel tackled questions on:
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Balancing cultural heritage with tech-driven form
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The impact of climate-responsive solutions in arid regions
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AI and parametric design as enablers of creative expression
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The role of collaboration between architects, planners, and technologists
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Case studies where blending tradition and innovation led to community pride
This exchange reflected a central theme at LWK + PARTNERS: Designing with depth—beyond the iconic towards buildings and cities that are relevant, resilient, and regenerative.
Thank you to WorldLink Conferences for hosting a platform that continues to elevate conversations around architecture with purpose.
