An expert panel of prominent figures in the regions architectural and design landscape.

The panel discussion featured prominent figures in the region’s architectural and design landscape, including Wael Al Awar (National Pavilion UAE Curator of Wetland at La Biennale Architettura 2021) and Nada Taryam (Chief Real Estate Officer at Bee’ah), moderated by Azza Aboualam (National Pavilion UAE Curator at La Biennale Architettura 2025). They examined how local knowledge, innovative materials, and environmental conditions were influencing the future of sustainable architecture in the UAE.

Moderated by: Azza Abouallam - Assistant Professor Zayed University Dubai and Curator, National Pavilion UAE 2025

Speakers Included:Wael Al Awar - Founder and Principal Architect waiwai, Nada Taryam - CEO, Real Estate BEEAH Group