Building Tomorrow's Skylines
09 September 2026 | Dusit Thani, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Building Tomorrow's Skylines: Innovation, Sustainability, and Resilience in Modern Architecture
The Modern Buildings Summit in GCC is the premier conference for professionals, innovators, and decision-makers in the building and construction industry. This event brings together leaders to discuss cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and emerging trends that are reshaping the modern building landscape. From advanced construction techniques to smart lighting, robust security, and innovative materials, the summit covers every facet of contemporary buildings, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Photo Gallery
Industry Insights and News Update
Sponsors & Partners
Chairman
Marwan Houry
Advisory Board
Omar Habouch
Nadia Ibrahim
Speakers
Khalil Al Abbasi
Natalio Kebbe
Kingson Jebaraj
Faik R. Haddadin
Gaurish Wagle
Nadia Ibrahim
Marwan Houry
Alaa Elayyan
Artemiy Marinin
Khaled Galal Ahmed
Jincy Mariam Rinu
Omar Habouch
Eva Babic
Conference Agenda
Panel Discussion : Hyper-Connected Buildings – The Rise of Autonomous & Cognitive Infrastructure
This discussion will explore how cognitive infrastructure is transforming operations, energy management, occupant experience, and urban connectivity. • Role of AI and IoT in autonomous building management • Integration challenges between smart systems and legacy infrastructure • Future of connected ecosystems in smart cities
Networking & Coffee Break
Reimagining Connected Construction: Leveraging BIM, Digital Twins, & AI to Drive Smarter Project Delivery
1. From Vision to Reality: Orchestrating Real-Time Intelligence Across the Entire BIM Lifecycle 2. Unifying the Ecosystem: Breaking Data Silos to Enable Seamless, Trustworthy Collaboration 3. Beyond the Model: Activating BIM, IoT, and AI to Bring Living Digital Twins to Life
Sustainability Goals in Water Segment
Grey Water Reuse / TSE Water ReuseEffective & Non-hazardous Water Disinfection
Networking & Coffee Break
Future-Proofing GCC Buildings: Translating Climate Risk into Resilient Design, Investment and Operations.
The presentation would examine how extreme heat, flooding, water stress and other emerging climate risks should influence building design, retrofit priorities, asset management and operational decision-making across the GCC.
Closing of the Conference
Networking & Lunch Buffet
Who Will You Meet?
Hotel Chains
Developers
Sustainability Officers
Hospital Chains
Consultants
MEP Contractors
Building Owners/End Users
Local & Regional Government Entities
Facility/Community Management Companies
Architects, Designers, Engineering Contractors
Property Owners/Operators
Fire Consultants, Surveyors
Chief Fire Officers
Solar Consultants
Procurement Engineers
Owner Associations
Key Themes
Sustainability and Green Buildings
Smart Building Technologies
Retrofitting and Modernization
Solar Technology Showcase
EV Charging Infrastructure & Parking
Building Security and Controls
Innovations in Building Materials
HVAC and Building Efficiency
Sustainable Paints
Proptech Powerhouse
Lighting Technologies
Facade Technologies
Landscape Design and Technology
Digital Twins and Building Optimization
Who Should Exhibit / Sponsor
Fire and Life Safety
Lighting Solutions
Solar Technology
Proptech
Smart Building Automation and Control
Net Zero Technologies & EV Charging
Digital Twins and Building Optimization
HVAC and Building Efficiency
Building Retrofits
Sustainable New Builds
Registration
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Venue Info
- Abu Dhabi, UAE
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