- Client

- Designer

- Consultants

- Operator

- Project Type

- Project Location

- Build Value

:: ADACH

:: ASL

:: Arup, Coe, Hosta

:: ADACH

:: Cultural - Commercial

:: Qasr Al-Hosn

:: $400 million

- Plot Area

- Project Height

- Project BUA

- Project Time

- Stages Worked

- Personal Role

- Time Worked

:: 16 hectares

:: 3 floors

:: 150,500 m²

:: 2010 - 2012

:: RIBA Stages A-F

:: Architect

:: 2011 - 2012

Austin-Smith-Lord's Qasr Al Hosn Cultural Quarter proposal for ADACH was developed during 2008–2012 with a stated project value of £400 million, across a precinct of approximately 160,000 m². The scheme brought together the historic fort’s restoration, galleries, a library, performing arts facilities and public spaces to create a cultural destination for local and international audiences. Its ambition was to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s global cultural standing while safeguarding and celebrating Emirati heritage. A key requirement was to support ADACH’s role as cultural guardian and arts commissioner through integrated facilities and opportunities for public engagement.