Doha, Qatar, 27 November 2024 – Msheireb Properties has won two major accolades at the Big 5 Global Impact Awards 2024, securing the Liveable City Initiative of the Year award for Msheireb Downtown Doha and the Conservation and Heritage Initiative of the Year award for Msheireb Museums. The awards recognise organisations and projects that drive meaningful change across the construction and real estate industries, emphasising innovation, sustainability, and heritage conservation.
The Big 5 Global Impact Awards showcase outstanding achievements in the construction and built environment industry. The winning initiatives are those that significantly contribute to urban development, sustainability, and technological advancements in the sector. Now in its fourth edition, the awards name winners across 17 categories.
Commenting on the achievement, Msheireb Properties CEO Eng. Ali Al Kuwari said: “We are incredibly proud to receive both these prestigious awards, which recognize our commitment to creating sustainable, liveable spaces while preserving our cultural heritage. Winning the Liveable City Initiative of the Year award is especially meaningful as Msheireb Downtown Doha is the home and place of work for so many of us. We see every day the joyful experiences visitors have when they stroll through the streets, go to work, shop, and enjoy time with their friends and family in our neighbourhood.”
He added: “The Conservation and Heritage Initiative of the Year award reaffirms our dedication to honouring Qatar’s heritage while embracing innovation and sustainability. Msheireb Museums are a cornerstone of our vision to create spaces that educate, inspire, and connect communities globally. Msheireb Properties will continue to expand its cultural programming and enhance its offerings to ensure the legacy of Msheireb Museums endures for generations.”
Msheireb Downtown Doha, home to Msheireb Museums, has been clinching top honours across several major awards this month, including winning the AIA Middle East Award for Urban Design and Planning from the American Institute of Architects.
Msheireb Downtown Doha: A Model for Liveability
As the world’s first fully sustainable downtown regeneration initiative, Msheireb Downtown Doha integrates cutting-edge technology, smart infrastructure, and sustainable design to redefine urban living. The Liveable City Initiative of the Year award recognises Msheireb Downtown Doha as a global benchmark for nurturing community engagement, walkability, and environmental stewardship in a busy urban landscape.
Msheireb Museums: Championing Conservation and Heritage
Located in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha, Msheireb Museums redefines cultural preservation through the meticulous restoration of four heritage houses: Bin Jelmood House, Radwani House, Company House, and Mohammed Bin Jassim House. These museums narrate Qatar’s transformation, exploring themes such as domestic life, the rise of the oil industry, the abolition of slavery, and the regeneration of Msheireb itself. The award underscores Msheireb Museums’ role as a world-class benchmark in heritage conservation and social impact.
