X Architects
X Architects is a critical architectural studio founded in 2003 by principal architects Ahmed Al-Ali and Farid Esmaeil. Both principals are strong proponents of Arab Culture and its translation into contemporary design.
X Architects believes in design as a process. We research into creating a built environment that is adaptive and contextual. We see architecture as a language that speaks of the place. Our sensible, yet critical design approach recognizes the inherent complexity in modern-day building and harnesses this complexity to produce projects that are culturally robust, place-sensitive, and environmentally friendly.
Awards:
2022 - MEED Award for Rehabilitation Project of the Year: Mohammed bin Khalifa House
2021 – 2A Asia Prize for Architecture “Past and Present” Historic Shindagha Projects
2019 - Aga Khan Award for Architecture - Wasit Wetland Centre
2017 - Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Innovation Award for Innovative Practice
2010 - Cityscape Abu Dhabi Awards: Futuristic Mixed-Use Project
2010 - Middle East Architects Awards Development Project: Boutique Firm
2009 - Mohammed bin Rashid Award: Best Work in Consulting
2008 - Holcim Award: Sustainable Building
Recognition:
2018 - First place in the Safia Museum Competition, Madinah, Saudi Arabia
2017 - First Place in the Doha Rawdat Hotel Competition, State of Qatar
2016 - First place in the Lusail Sword Competition, Doha, State of Qatar
2015 - First Place in the World Trade Center Mosque and Garden, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2014 - First Place in the Art Boulevard Competition, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesX
