About Us
Sidra Architectural & Engineering Consultancy is a premier consulting firm based in Dubai. We specialize in providing innovative solutions that enhance the built environment and exceed our clients' expectations. With a reputation for excellence and a track record of successful projects, we are the trusted choice for businesses seeking expert guidance and top-quality design. Our passion is creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet the unique needs of each client.
Vision
Our vision is to create beautiful spatial experiences that enhance modern living. Through rigorous research and experience, superior architectural design and construction services, and collaboration with our team and clients we design functional spaces full of personality and character.
At Sidra Architectural and Engineering Consultancy, we believe that all our customers deserve royal treatment, high-standard services, and the finest furnishing solutions. Thanks to our core principle brands, premium partners and suppliers, and corporate stakeholders, we are able to cater to the demanding needs of the customers.
Our Founder
Mr. Farhan Abdulrahim Mohammed Faraidooni
- Head of Zoning Unit at Dubai Municipality (1993–1998)
- Head of Real Estate Development at TECOM (1998–2001)
- Head of EDB (Executive Design Bureau) at The Executive Office (2002–2004)
- CEO - Muzoon (2004–till date)
- Executive Chairman of Sama Dubai (2005–2009)
- Group CEO - SIDRA (Since 2011 till date) &
- Founder & Executive Chairman of Sidra Architectural & Engineering Consultancy (2017 till date)
Farhan Faraidooni served as the Executive Chairman of Sama Dubai, the international real estate investment and development arm of Dubai Holding before it got merged with Dubai Properties. In his role, he was responsible for Sama Dubai’s strategic global expansion plan.
Farhan has been the Sama Dubai Chief Executive Officer since 2005. He has played a pivotal role in the company’s local and regional expansion. During his tenure, Sama Dubai successfully launched mega projects in the GCC and MENA regions, in addition to establishing two global brands ‘Dubai Towers’ and ‘Salam’.
Earlier, as the CEO of Executive Design Bureau, Farhan played a pioneering role in envisioning several landmark projects including the Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Dubailand.
Prior to this, Farhan was Head of Zoning at the Town Planning Department of Dubai Municipality, and Head of Real Estate at the Dubai Technology E-Commerce & Media Free Zone Authority (TECOM).
Farhan had also served in the past as the Chairman of Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI) board, the region’s first specialized academic institute for real estate studies.
He had also served on the board of Dubai Healthcare City, positioned as the regional hub for the healthcare industry, the Ministry of Religious Endowment “Awqaf” and Minors Affairs, and the Al Ahli Sports Club in the past.
Farhan was instrumental in setting up of the following businesses and has been spearheading the businesses from the front since formation:
- Muzoon Holding, private family office specialised in asset managing real estate and investment portfolios for selective families.
- Sidra Group, a diversified group with investments in multi- faceted business including building materials trading, import and distribution of fresh and processed food products, education, health care etc.
- Sidra Architectural & Engineering Consultancy, a boutique architectural design and engineering consultancy firm licensed by Dubai Municipality to carry out design and construction supervision of all type of buildings including highrise buildings without any limitations.
Farhan holds a bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering from the UAE University in Al Ain.
License
We are proud to hold an Unlimited Floors License in Dubai, covering architecture, structural engineering, interior design, and urban planning. This license allows us to offer our services to clients across the city, including access to all Dubai Authorities such as DIEZ, TARAKHEES, DM, Dubai South, and DDA.
Our license is a testament to our commitment to meeting the highest standards of professionalism and expertise, and we are confident in our ability to deliver exceptional results for our clients.