Who We Are
We believe that architecture is a living dialogue – connecting past and present, culture and innovation, people and place.
Founded in 1979 by Dr. Rasem Badran, Dar Al Omran-Badran emerged as a groundbreaking pioneer, championing culturally responsive design in a region dominated by homogenized aesthetics. Today, we are a global, multidisciplinary firm spanning architecture, engineering, urban planning, and cultural consultancy, shaping environments that honor identity and inspire a truly sustainable, hopeful future.
Our Manifesto
We believe that architecture is the art of connection: honoring the stories of the past while designing spaces that inspire the future.
From bustling cultural centers to tranquil urban sanctuaries, every space reflects our commitment to heritage, human connection, and harmony with nature.
In every project, we honor the land it stands on and the heritage it carries, blending the wisdom of history with the tools of tomorrow to build a sustainable, human-centered future.
Our work is our promise: to protect what is timeless, redefine what is possible, and inspire what is yet to come.
We are Dar Al Omran-Rasem Badran.
Architects of legacy. Designers of connection.
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Our Achievements
DAO – Badran is ISO 9001 certified since 1998, and has a Quality Management Certificate that meets the new requirements and standards of ISO 9001:2015, ISO14001, and ISO 45001. DAO is also annually ranked among the top 225 international design firms (2024) in the Engineering New Record (ENR) survey.
