
Qiddiya Performing Arts Center
Advisory Services, Fire & Life Safety, Accessibility, Acoustics, Crowd Dynamics
Design Confidence played a pivotal role in the Expo 2020 Dubai project, contributing its expert engineering and advisory services to ensure the safety and performance of critical systems throughout the event.
Expo 2020 Dubai, the first World Expo to be hosted in the Middle East, was a global event that brought together nations, businesses, and individuals to showcase innovative solutions and foster collaboration in the areas of sustainability, mobility, and opportunity. The event ran from October 2021 to March 2022, attracting millions of visitors from around the world and offering a platform for new technologies and cultural exchange. Expo 2020's legacy is not only marked by the impressive architectural designs of its pavilions but also by the emphasis on creating a sustainable, forward-thinking venue.
The Design Confidence team provided comprehensive fire and life safety engineering solutions, conducting thorough risk assessments, implementing cutting-edge safety technologies, and ensuring compliance with the highest international standards. This expertise was crucial in achieving a seamless integration of safety protocols into the stunning architectural designs, ensuring both functionality and safety across the various pavilions and public spaces.
In addition to fire and life safety, Design Confidence's advisory services helped optimise the thermal and pedestrian comfort of the venue, ensuring a pleasant experience for visitors despite the extreme desert climate. The company's involvement extended to the detailed modelling and analysis of environmental factors, helping to create a comfortable and safe atmosphere across the sprawling Expo site. Through these contributions, Design Confidence's engineering expertise played a critical role in making Expo 2020 not just a world-class event, but also a benchmark for future sustainable and safe event infrastructure.