
Al Sa’fat & Estidama: Facade Design Rules in the UAE
Green building compliance is usually regarded as an MEP and energy modelling issue addressed after the facade has already been designed. That is the wrong approach. The building envelope, the glazing area, the shading strategy, the insulation, and the selected materials are among the most important factors in meeting either Dubai’s Al Sa’fat or Abu Dhabi’s Estidama requirements. Once decisions
