Nima Alborz Recognised in Construction Week’s Power 150 List 2026

We are pleased to share that Nima Alborz, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of STUDIOI, has been featured in the 2026 edition of Construction Week Middle East’s Power 150 list, ranking among the region’s most influential architects and industry leaders.

The recognition reflects both Nima’s leadership and STUDIOI’s continued growth as a multidisciplinary design practice operating across the UAE and the wider MENA region. Over the years, the studio has contributed to a diverse portfolio of projects spanning residential communities, hospitality destinations, commercial developments, wellness-focused environments, and large-scale masterplans.

The feature highlights STUDIOI’s development-oriented approach to design, shaped by a unique understanding of both development and architecture. This perspective has informed the studio’s work on a number of landmark projects, including Palm Jebel Ali Villas, Ghaf Woods, One B Tower, SHAMS Studios, and Maersk Logistic Park, among others.

The article also acknowledges the studio’s commitment to sustainability and integrated design, with a focus on climate-responsive architecture, passive environmental strategies, material efficiency, and long-term operational performance. Supported by a fully integrated team spanning architecture, interiors, landscape, engineering, and construction supervision, STUDIOI continues to deliver holistic solutions from concept through execution.

As the region enters a new phase of growth and transformation, STUDIOI remains committed to creating places that balance innovation, culture, sustainability, and human experience.

Read the full feature on Construction Week Middle East.