THE PALM OASIS

The concept of this house is rooted in the integration of two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Arabian Peninsula: Al Ain Oasis in the UAE for its nature and the historic district of At-Turaif in KSA for its achitecture. merging their unique values in a contemporary design to create a modern, sustainable home that reflects the regional identity.


The repetition of this concept forms the palms oasis that passively cools the area, purifies air, shields against dust, and enhances comfort, privacy. The design features two volumes: A: functional utility block, faces the street, housing services and buffering the home from public view. B: residential block set behind, surrounded by palm trees that provide shade and connection to nature.

The facade is clad in clay plaster, a breathable, low-cost finish while the first floor uses patterned clay bricks inspired by regional heritage, creating shade and reducing solar gain. Limestone flooring extends indoors and outdoors, moderating temperatures. Together, these traditional materials, applied in a contemporary way, celebrate both the region’s rich past and its innovative present.

Client

Confidential

Scope of Work

Concept Design - Design Development

Location

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Year

2025

Image

Studio Sama

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The concept of this house is rooted in the integration of two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Arabian Peninsula: Al Ain Oasis in the UAE for its nature and the historic district of At-Turaif in KSA for its achitecture. merging their unique values in a contemporary design to create a modern, sustainable home that reflects the regional identity.


The repetition of this concept forms the palms oasis that passively cools the area, purifies air, shields against dust, and enhances comfort, privacy. The design features two volumes: A: functional utility block, faces the street, housing services and buffering the home from public view. B: residential block set behind, surrounded by palm trees that provide shade and connection to nature.

The facade is clad in clay plaster, a breathable, low-cost finish while the first floor uses patterned clay bricks inspired by regional heritage, creating shade and reducing solar gain. Limestone flooring extends indoors and outdoors, moderating temperatures. Together, these traditional materials, applied in a contemporary way, celebrate both the region’s rich past and its innovative present.

Client

Confidential

Scope of Work

Concept Design - Design Development

Year

2025