A Volume II 1 MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL Dear Client, Since the establishment in 2005, Arch Inc. and Master planning services and We hope Arch Inc.’s Volume II of the is committed to the continuous pursuit sustainable design. We are also affiliated company profile presents an overview of excellence in providing comprehensive with an array of international green of what we, as a team, are capable consultancy services in the fields of design organizations. of, looking forward to the pleasure Architecture and Engineering to its clients of picking our clients’ minds to better Meeting the client’s expectations is within Bahrain and neighboring countries provide them with our professional paramount, where we convert our client’s in the Gulf. services to help design and deliver your vision from concept to reality, relieving dreams to reality. As a professional practice Arch Inc. takes the client from the burden and challenges pride in achieving the highest standards involved in project planning, building in the fields of Planning, Architecture, development and functionality whilst Best regards, Interior Design, Engineering, Building strictly adhering to the project’s budget, Services and other associated services time and quality constraints. including Graphic Design. In few years, Arch Inc. managed to Furthermore, Arch Inc. continues on its establish and maintain a remarkable tradition of selecting and employing a clientele base in various fields of team of dedicated, talented, creative, the market in private, commercial, professionals complemented with local entertainment, leisure/retail and and global experiences… ‘Thinking out of residential and mixed-use sectors. the Box.’ Mohammed K. Alanni Arch Inc.’s school of thought is As any professional practice, which committed to both art and science Principal Architect always strives on seeking recognition, of architecture. Art demands beauty, Urban Planner Arch Inc. has been successful in making it has the power to motivate and alliances and joint ventures with other inspire; Science demands function with regional and international firms from innovation and reliability considering Europe and the United States of America the technology whilst protecting the such as A.I. International who are environment. extremely active around the world in fields of Architecture or Design Urban 2 3 PROFILE Founded in 2005 by Mohammed We believe that our widely diverse project MISSION STATEMENT K. Alanni, a graduate of the Harvard experience coupled with our professional To provide a comprehensive design University in Public Policy & Urban expertise and our commitment to and consultancy services through a Planning, an Architect, Urban Planner building strong relationships with single point of contact. and associate member of the American our clients sets us apart from our Institute of Architects (AIA), Committee competition. for Engineering Professional Practice At Arch Inc. belief is firmly held to both (COEPP) in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the art and the science of architecture other Architectural and Engineering optimizing aesthetics has the power to societies. motivate and inspire, whereas science Arch Inc. is an architectural, engineering, ensures fulfillment of functional with and planning consultancy firm, which has innovation and state-of-the-art solutions. built an unrivaled reputation in offering consultancy services in the fields of Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design and Urban/Master Planning. The firm has sought out a number of the best selected Architects, Planners, Engineers, Interior Designers and Graphic artists from around the world who are competent, highly dedicated professionals with a proven ability for fulfilling the needs of diverse and demanding clients. 4 5 OBJECTIVES Our main target is to ensure the • To identify, assess the specific needs • To produce appropriate and refined success of projects on time and within of the project and be pro-actively architecture and engineering design, budget. in its ultimate realization using the which complements the cultural and maximum range of skills and abilities social requirements of the client as well within Arch Inc. as the country in which the project is located. • To ensure a quality final product taking into account the client’s satisfaction, • To ensure that the completed project the latest environmental standards and accommodates the technical and social optimum financial returning. requirements of the end user in line with the client’s objectives. • To understand the client’s requirements and the social, economic and • To guarantee the effective cultural environment in which those management and co-ordination of the requirements are generated. client’s financial resources are used in the most efficient manner and time • To develop a liaison between our client frame allocated to every project. and his/her representatives within an overall communication protocol • To strive on achieving the best in our with the remaining stakeholders design, execution, professional and contributing towards the success of ethical standards supported by the the project. required technology systems with regard to risk management. • To ensure that the design team fully understands the client’s requirements and to coordinate its work as an integrated group. 6 7 SERVICES We provide wide range of Arch Inc. specializes in the planning, Our areas of expertise include: consultancy services in the field of design and space management of Architecture architecture and engineering. architectural and interior projects ranging • from Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants, • Urban Planning Entertainment, Shopping centers (Malls), Retail Outlets, Offices Design, Banks • Engineering and Financial Institutions, Government • Master Planning Facilities, Sporting Facilities, Educational Facilities, Health Services including • Interior Design Medical, Transportation Airports-travel • Environmental Studies facilities and Residential Housing/ compounds Multi Storey Buildings to • Building Services Industrial projects and Commercial • Graphic Design Developments. • 3D Architectural Walkthroughs Arch Inc. offers project management, specialist architectural and design • Quantity Surveying and Procurement services, civil engineering, structural, public health, mechanical and • Contract Administration and electromechanical services, either directly Supervision or through our associates. Arch Inc. has • Mechanical & Electrical Engineering access to a wide network of specialized sub-consultants whom are committed in • Green Design team work for the success of the project. • Sustainable Development Arch Inc. develops its competencies continuously, through close collaboration with its partners, experts and specialists. 8 9 AFFILIATIONS & ASSOCIATES PORTFOLIO commercial residential Our staff belong to a wide range of Affiliations & Licensing Areas of Operation professional Associations, providing - American Institute of Architects (AIA) Arch Inc. has extensive experience us with access to worldwide educational networks of specialists in all related - Boston Society of Architects (BSA) in working in the GCC, Middle East, fields. Europe and the United States, it has industrial - Royal Institute of British Architects been involved in projects in Bahrain, (RIBA) Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, Oman, - Registered and licensed through Jordan and Africa. interior design Bahrain Committee for Engineering Practice (COEPP) Arch Inc. has a wide network in different parts of the World which can tap into master & urban planning - Leadership in Energy and Environmental larger bases of engineering expertise. Design standards (LEED) - Philippine Regulatory Commission (PRC) Staff The senior management team has a Arch Inc. houses high degree of wealth of expertise, which has been personalized service through its gained globally. This is complemented multinational staff of Bahrain, Middle with their expertise and management East, European, and Far-Eastern origin. of project execution in the Middle East, Europe and the United States of America. Technology Arch Inc. is supported by state of the art computer and communication technology and utilizes only the latest releases of computer software, these facilities range from hand rendered images, with 2D,3D and 4D applications. 10 11 commercial 12 13 Commercial Buildings The following images illustrate design concept of various private clients. A 20-storey commercial building in Seef, Bahrain. Below are completed designs for commercial buildings in Bahrain and other GCC countries. 14 15 16 17 18 19 Gulf Hotel Gate Design concepts for five-star Hotel Gulf Hotel’s main entrance gate. The design consisted of two phases, phase I is the main entrance gate, eventually followed by phase II, the twisted arch concept. 20 21 22 23 Private Office An investment banking office building in Zallaq, Bahrain. 24 25 Five-Star Hotel A proposed expansion for the Gulf Hotel, which includes additional guest rooms, and a swimming pool on top of the podium deck. 26 27 Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) Building A design concept for a multi-use hall to complement the BIC F1 racetrack facilities at Sakhir, Bahrain. 28 29 Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) Building Another concept for a multi-use hall at Sakhir, Bahrain. 30 31 32 residential Residential Development Private Villa A 15,000 square meter development for A completed 600 square meter a gated compound consisting of 1,200 Mediterranean-style villa at Hamala, square meter high-end residential units Bahrain. overlooking a 100 meter long coast