Awards
Over the years, U+A has consistently been recognized for excellence in architecture, design, and innovation. Our work has earned numerous local and international awards, reflecting our commitment to quality, creativity, and impactful design solutions. These recognitions stand as a testament to the passion and expertise of our team across a wide range of projects.
2026
Fay Hills— Residential Project over 500k$
Pro Landscaper 2026 Middle East & South Africa
Four Seasons AMAALA— Hotel of the Year
AHEAD Awards 2026
Four Seasons AMAALA— Hotel Newbuilt
AHEAD Awards 2026
Four Seasons AMAALA— Guest Rooms
AHEAD Awards 2026
Four Seasons AMAALA— Resort Category
Wonder 100 Arabia Awards 2026
Four Seasons AMAALA— Top 5 Hotel Opening 2026
La Liste
2025
Arabian Ranches III – Master Plan of the Year
Design Middle East awards
Lina Alghalai – Emerging Interior Designer of the Year
Design Middle East awards
Muhammad Habsah – Architect of the Year
Future of Architecture
Tiago Sampaio – Highly Commended Architect of the Year
Construction Week
U+A – Highly Commended Architecture Firm of the Year
Construction Week
2024
U+A – Architecture Firm of The Year
Architecture Leaders Awards
Four Seasons, Amaala Triple Bay – Master Plan of the Year
Design Middle East Awards
Six Senses – Master Plan of the Year
Design Middle East KSA
Sustainable Project of the Year – Wasl Experience Center
Middle East Consultant Award
FF&E Designer of the Year – Cherry Rose
Commercial Design Award
Lifetime Achievement Award – Martin Dufresne
Design Middle East
Best Future Project of the Year - Construction Innovation Awards 2024
Construction Innovation Awards 2024
2023
Hospitality Project of the Year – Mudon Al Ranim
Architecture Leaders Awards
Architecture Firm of the Year
Architecture Leaders Awards
Hospitality Project of the Year – Six Senses Amaala, Triple Bay
Construction Week
Best Future Project of the Year – Rosso Bay
Architecture Leaders Awards
Best Future Project of the Year – Rosso Bay and Nikki Beach Residences
Construction Business News
2022
Architect of the Year – Highly Commended – Muhammad Habsah
Architecture Leaders Awards
Residential Project of the Year – Villa Amalfi
Architecture Leaders Awards
Residential Project of the Year – Villa Amalfi
Design Middle East
Arabian Ranches III – 1.2 million safe man hours without lost time injury
HSE Excellence Award
Architecture Firm of the Year – U+A x2
Construction Business News
2021
Best Future Project of the Year – Highly Commended – Eco Marina & Yacht Club – Fractals
Architecture Leaders Awards
Architecture Firm of the Year – Highly Commended – U+A
Construction Week
Architecture – Commercial: Al Wasl Experience Centre
Identity
Residential Project Of the Year – Marasi Water Homes
Design Middle East
2019
Smart Project Of The Year – 3D Printed House
Middle East Consultant Awards
Future of Architecture – Distinguished Speaker
Smart Skyscrapers Summit
2017
Large Middle East Architecture Firm of the Year – Highly Recommended
Architect
Architectural Company Of The Year
Middle East Consultant Awards
Leisure and Hospitality Project of the Year – Floating Homes
Architect
2016
Public Sector Project of the Year – Marasi Business Bay Promenade
Architect
Urban design and Landscape Project of the Year – Marasi: Business Bay
Middle East Consultant Awards
Education Project of the Year – Highly Recommended – Al Ahmadia Swiss School
Architect
Sustainable Project of the Year – Highly Recommended – Al Ahmadia Swiss School
Architect
Architectural Company of the Year
Middle East Consultant Awards
2014
Interior Design of the Year – Public Sector – ICCA
Commercial Interior Design
2013
Principal of the Year, Middle East – Pierre Martin Dufresne
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