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Emirati architect Reem Al Qamzi combined a deep passion for architectural art and her commitment to serving her community, and her love for engineering began in her childhood, where she was constantly exposed to the world of construction and design, from her parents, who carried a special passion for design, through the nature of their work, as this early exposure sparked She became interested in the architectural world, and it greatly influenced her career path.
Beginnings and cultural influence
Reem Al Qamzi is not just a traditional architect. She reflects in her designs a unique style that combines Emirati heritage, modern innovation and sustainability. After graduating from the American University of Sharjah, her Emirati culture, especially the traditions of Arab privacy and hospitality, was an integral part of her architectural approach, and she tends to… Its projects focus on providing spaces that enhance a sense of comfort and belonging, while retaining traditional touches that reflect local cultural values.
Balanced style
Al Qamzi was influenced by her academic experience and cultural background, which made her adopt a style that balances modern aesthetics with practical functions, which is clearly evident in many of her successful projects, which she designed, and in her work she always seeks to preserve the Emirati identity, in light of the continuous progress and urban development in the country. Which makes her an influential figure in reshaping the urban landscape of Dubai and other Emirati cities.
The turning point in Al Qamzi’s professional career was when she made the bold decision to leave a stable job, to establish her own architectural office, and this decision reflected her great confidence in her abilities and her passion for achieving a new vision in architectural design, explaining that establishing the office was not just a professional step, but rather a step A strategy to make a deeper impact on Dubai’s urban landscape.
Among the most prominent of these projects that Al Qamzi implemented was one of the well-known hospitals, marking a milestone in her career, in addition to the design of a ten-story residential building, which also reflects her precise artistic touches and attention to detail.
Reem Al Qamzi told Al Bayan that Emirati women play a pivotal role in society, by combining professional excellence and commitment to cultural values, noting that their role is not limited to achievements in the field of architecture, but rather goes beyond that, to include leaving a societal imprint. It enhances the Emirati identity in its projects, stressing that Emirati women are capable of innovation and professionalism, while preserving heritage and authentic values, which contributes to strengthening their position within the process of societal and economic development of the country.
When talking about Reem Al Qamzi’s achievements, her great role in enhancing the urban landscape of Dubai cannot be overlooked. She said, “Among the most prominent of these achievements is the design of a complete hospital based on the latest medical and engineering standards, in addition to the GREEN COAST project obtaining the LEED Gold certificate, which is considered… “One of the highest certifications in the field of environmental sustainability.”
She explained that this achievement reflects her future vision towards sustainable architectural design, and she constantly seeks to create designs that combine beauty, efficiency and sustainability, explaining that architecture is not only a means of developing spaces, but rather a tool for enhancing the well-being of society and preserving the environment.
Sources of inspiration
Reem stated that she was inspired by many of her ideas from leading international architects, who had a great influence on her career, and among these engineers were Mies van der Rohe, Peter Zumthor, and Zaha Hadid, considering that these names are not just inspiring figures for her, but rather starting points. Towards achieving more innovation and development in its designs.
She continued that she was not limited to drawing inspiration from international architects only, but rather had a desire to explore local and regional talents, as she believes that the UAE and the Arab region possess a wealth of creative minds that deserve attention and appreciation, and this belief in local capabilities is embodied in its constant efforts to support and enhance Rising engineers.
