Posted: 23-09-2007 , 12:33 GMT

Posted: 23-09-2007 , 12:33 GMT.
First Bahrain Real Estate Development Co. (First Bahrain) today announced the appointment of KEO International Consultants (KEO) to spearhead the master plan and design of its signature USD 450 million development. Located on a 21,000 square meter plot in the heart of the Seef District, just opposite the new Bahrain City Centre Mall, the development will feature a hospitality complex including a Sharia?a-compliant four star hotel and serviced apartments along with office and residential towers. The development?s strategic location, size and scale will help meet the market?s increasing demand for Sharia?a-compliant commercial projects. Award-winning architectural firm, KEO has designed many of the region?s most esteemed projects, including the master plans for Mohamed bin Zayed City and Emerald Gateway in Abu Dhabi, along with the design of Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi and The Pearl in Qatar. KEO also recently earned the prestigious ranking of being among the world?s top 200 International Design Firms.