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International Eastern Design Firm Dar-Al Handasah Chooses Ikan as LEED Consultant for Master Plan
May 11, 2010
 
Ikan Green LEED Consultants were selected by the International Design Firm Dar-Al Handash to be Sustainability and LEED Consultant for their Master Planning projects located in the United Arab Emirate of Dubai. Infrastructure in this area is being developed at an unprecedented rate and includes projects like the palm tree islands and the world’s tallest building.

The addition of Ikan to the Master Planning team represents Dar Groups commitment to complete and unprecedented sustainable development. The utilization of the LEED rating system in accordance with Ikan’s proprietary design methods will lend to the most advanced sustainable infrastructure in the world.

Dar Al-Handasah (Shair and Partners) has been a pioneering force in the planning, design and implementation of development projects in the Middle East, Africa and Asia since its beginnings in 1956. Today is a global consultancy firm with 43 offices throughout 29 countries; known for problem identification, tailor made-designs, quality, on-time deliverables and multi-disciplinary expertise.