ABOUT

We are the ARCHUB Architects, a full-service design and consulting group specializing in environmental design architecture and research. Founded at Abu Dhabi University, ARCHHUB Architects is led by Mohamed Elkaftangui, Nadia Mounajjed, and Alessandra Misuri. It is committed to developing architectural designs towards a contemporary interpretation embodying an environmental and sustainable approach.
ARCHUB's projects encompass housing, public buildings, art, and interior design. Their projects are in the United Arab Emirates, but the team’s professional experience has been extended in Europe and Africa.
While practicing architecture, ARCHUB documents and discusses its reflections on architecture, culture, and arts through publications, architectural exhibitions, and academic lectures and presentations.

MISSION

The thoughtful, collaborative, and lasting creation of architecture can impact quality of life for those who use it. ARCHUB ARCHITECTS is devoted to crafting exclusive and responsive spaces that go beyond the standard building experience. We believe in our responsibility as designers to provide clients with projects that are sustainable and responsible.

PROCESS

A design process informed by research, encompassing every phase:
from planning to programming, as from concept to development.

Environmental assessment and building energy performance.

Optimized design process that leads to sustainable design.

ARCHUB
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

ARCHUB believes that the most important key to success in the design thinking process is to improve the use of creative thinking throughout the different phases of the project.
To keep improving the quality of our solutions, we focus on the end user and create a collaborative environment working on refining ideas. In our projects, we create solutions to combine aesthetics, costs, durability, and environmental responsibility.  

ARCHUB
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Architecture and its environment are interdependent on one another. The environment gives context to its architecture, architecture defines its environment.
In our projects, we provide important care to the thermal comfort of users by the creation of building systems that are adapted to the local environment and functions of the space. We control factors like insulation, solar gain, thermal inertia, and air ventilation.
By adopting an environmental design approach through our scientific engagements, ARCHUB ARCHITECTS possesses a unique advantage over traditional architecture firms when it comes to design and construction.
Most of our architectural projects are subjects of research and publications in conferences and journals.  bangkinang ngentot pekanbaru genjot santri medan jilbab

ARCHUB
BUSINESS INCUBATOR

ARCHUB gives junior architects and alumni access to mentorship, investors, and other support to help them to move beyond their embryonic phase.
ARCHUB provides support and coaching for new architectural projects businesses that have a promising idea, as well as for entrepreneurs still in the idea stage.
In addition to mentorship, our business incubators give young architects access to logistical and technical resources as well as shared office space.   Gone are the days when the santri uniform

Gone are the days when the santri uniform was seen as purely traditional. Today, the (hijab) is a central pillar of the lifestyle and entertainment industry in Riau and North Sumatra.

| Spot | What to Expect | Why It Matters | |------|----------------|----------------| | | A multi‑level mall with a dedicated “Modest Fashion Wing” showcasing jilbab collections from Bangkinang’s Genjot designers. | Bridges regional craftsmanship with national retail. | | Seni Riau Café | Live acoustic sets by indie Muslim bands, paired with kopi susu infused with pandan. | A safe, creative space for santri to unwind after study. | | Riverside Skate Park | A surprising skate haven where many santri gather on weekends, mixing board tricks with Qur’an circles. | Shows the fluid balance between sport, faith, and community. |

"In the past, there was a divide—if you wore a jilbab, you couldn't enjoy music or modern art," says Ustadzah Fadila, a youth mentor in Pekanbaru. "We are erasing that line. The students from Bangkinang are now leading discussions on how to engage with entertainment without losing their identity."

– For decades, the word santri (Islamic boarding school students) conjured a specific, nostalgic image: a quiet rural pesantren , the rustle of thick, white robes, and a life strictly divided between Quranic recitation and mundane chores. But a tectonic cultural shift is underway in the heart of Sumatra. Driven by a unique axis of influence between the twin cities of Bangkinang (Kampar Regency) and the metropolitan hub of Pekanbaru , a new wave is rising to genjot (accelerate/push) the spirit and visibility of santri all the way to Medan —North Sumatra’s sprawling capital.

: Traditional religious values from local pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) are meeting the urban energy of Pekanbaru, creating a lifestyle that is both devout and modern. Jilbab Trends 2026: Modest Fashion as a Global Statement

Bangkinang Ngentot Pekanbaru Genjot Santri Medan Jilbab

Gone are the days when the santri uniform was seen as purely traditional. Today, the (hijab) is a central pillar of the lifestyle and entertainment industry in Riau and North Sumatra.

| Spot | What to Expect | Why It Matters | |------|----------------|----------------| | | A multi‑level mall with a dedicated “Modest Fashion Wing” showcasing jilbab collections from Bangkinang’s Genjot designers. | Bridges regional craftsmanship with national retail. | | Seni Riau Café | Live acoustic sets by indie Muslim bands, paired with kopi susu infused with pandan. | A safe, creative space for santri to unwind after study. | | Riverside Skate Park | A surprising skate haven where many santri gather on weekends, mixing board tricks with Qur’an circles. | Shows the fluid balance between sport, faith, and community. |

"In the past, there was a divide—if you wore a jilbab, you couldn't enjoy music or modern art," says Ustadzah Fadila, a youth mentor in Pekanbaru. "We are erasing that line. The students from Bangkinang are now leading discussions on how to engage with entertainment without losing their identity."

– For decades, the word santri (Islamic boarding school students) conjured a specific, nostalgic image: a quiet rural pesantren , the rustle of thick, white robes, and a life strictly divided between Quranic recitation and mundane chores. But a tectonic cultural shift is underway in the heart of Sumatra. Driven by a unique axis of influence between the twin cities of Bangkinang (Kampar Regency) and the metropolitan hub of Pekanbaru , a new wave is rising to genjot (accelerate/push) the spirit and visibility of santri all the way to Medan —North Sumatra’s sprawling capital.

: Traditional religious values from local pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) are meeting the urban energy of Pekanbaru, creating a lifestyle that is both devout and modern. Jilbab Trends 2026: Modest Fashion as a Global Statement

AHMED AL AWAWDA
AHMED AL AWAWDA
Associate Partner of ARCHUB
[email protected]

Mr. Ahmed Al Awawda is a Teaching & Model Making Lab Assistant of the Architecture and Design Department at Abu Dhabi University with more than 7 years of experience in the academic sector in teaching and providing exceptional administrative support. He received his master’s degree in sustainable architecture from Abu Dhabi University in 2018. His research focuses on passive design strategies. He worked as a teaching assistant for several courses in Architecture, such as design courses, technical drawing, and software courses. Ahmed plays a pivotal role in the Architecture department, where he oversees the technical facets of the department's facilities. He is particularly adept at managing and supervising the use of advanced machinery at the Architecture lab. Under his guidance, students gain hands-on experience, mastering the art of precision and innovation in architectural design. His commitment to bridging theoretical knowledge with practical skills makes Ahmed an invaluable asset to both faculty and aspiring architects within the department.

WhatsApp Text Message:
+971 503348467

Abu Dhabi:
+971 2 5015605 
+971 509946062

Al Ain:
+971 508431792

Abu Dhabi University Campus, Al Ain road, Zayed City
Al Ain Campus, Al Muwaij’ial – Al Sallan – Al Ain 

On appointment:
Monday to Thursday from 9:00am to 18:00pm

OUR LOCATION MAPS

Abu Dhabi

Al Ain

ARCHUB
ARCHUB

Follow Us!

bangkinang ngentot pekanbaru genjot santri medan jilbab

AI Website Maker