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Construction Voices Ep 24: Inside KEO’s design philosophy

We sat down with KEO’s Darryl Custer to discuss sustainable design innovations and the future of architecture in the Middle East

Building the Future: Inside KEO’s Design Philosophy || Ep 24 – Construction Voices

The 24th episode of Construction Week Middle East’s Construction Voices podcast is now live on our streaming platforms.

In this latest episode, host Julianne Tolentino welcomed Darryl Custer, Managing Director of the Design Division at KEO International Consultants, to discuss the company’s pivotal role in shaping the Middle East’s architectural landscape.

With a portfolio that includes landmark projects like the Dubai Expo Village, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and Qatar’s Lusail Stadium, KEO International has been at the forefront of innovation, sustainability, and large-scale development across the region.

During the conversation, Custer highlighted the unique challenges of working in the Middle East, particularly in navigating the region’s ambitious urbanisation goals, complex regulatory environments, and the need for culturally relevant designs. He explained how KEO has embraced these challenges, seeing them as opportunities to push the boundaries of architectural and engineering excellence.

Listen to the full episode below: