Landscape Middle East - November 2025

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This month, we’re looking at projects and ideas that show how design can make everyday environments work better, whether that’s a city park, a leisure destination, a play space, or even a data centre.
We explore The Gold in Khobar, a new leisure and dining destination built around shade, comfort, and climate-aware design. It shows how thoughtful architecture can create places people actually want to spend time in.
We also look at the value of playable landscapes, and why children often learn and explore more through simple, nature-based play than through heavily designed playgrounds. Our op-ed this month focuses on data centres. As these facilities grow across the region, we discuss why they need careful design, even when they’re located on the city edge or in the desert, and how they can become part of the wider built environment.
Finally, we delve into Central Control Systems and why good irrigation isn’t just about smart design software, but about how these systems are managed every day. The overarching theme this month is that good design isn’t only about looks, it’s about function, context, and the people who use these places.
Enjoy the issue!