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New York University

Sector

Schools

Client

Location

Abu Dhabi

Completion

2023

New York University (NYU) is one of the world’s most prestigious educational institutions, renowned for its diverse academic programs, cutting-edge research, and global outlook. As part of its commitment to innovation and sustainability, NYU launched a major initiative to enhance its Abu Dhabi campus, aiming to provide students, staff, and visitors with a modern, efficient, and future-ready learning environment.

Design Confidence played a pivotal role in this development, delivering expert engineering and advisory services with a particular focus on fire and life safety. The team was engaged to assess the fire safety strategy and provide comprehensive recommendations that aligned with both functional goals and strict safety requirements.

Through rigorous fire and smoke modelling—along with staircase pressurisation modelling—Design Confidence helped optimise the campus's evacuation systems to ensure swift, safe egress in emergencies. The advisory team also supported the client through the regulatory process, ensuring full compliance with local codes and international standards without compromising design intent.