Date: Tuesday, 14 July 2026 Time: 10 to 11 am / 1 to 2 pm GSTThe built environment in the Gulf faces increasing challenges due to environmental changes, from significant annual temperature increases to rising sea levels in coastal regions. In response to these climate changes, the architecture of the region must respond and adapt through climate-sensitive design. This webinar highlights the role of microclimates in achieving effective, sustainable temperature management within the built environment. We’ll explore the principles behind microclimate creation and show how this strategy delivers effective climate control with minimal intervention—making it both environmentally responsible and economically viable. Through real-world case studies and practical guidance, explore how to integrate this approach into Gulf projects without compromising design integrity. This course forms part of the wider Climate Centred Design for Desert Environments Series. For more information about the series, click learn more.Learning OutcomesBy the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Understand the principles of designing microclimates and how this contributes to improved livability within our built environment. Understand techniques for implementing microclimates in design briefs. Integrate microclimate-responsive design measures across scales—from building envelopes to public realm and landscape. Identify risks and constraints associated with microclimate strategies, including maintenance, water use, and long-term performance. SpeakerSandra Woodall, tangramGULF, Director Sandra is a Fellow of the RIBA who has lived and worked in the Gulf for over 30 years. She is the Design Principal of tangram's MENA region studio, who delivered their first KSA project in 1995. She co-founded the RIBA GULF Chapter’s Sustainable Development Series to empower and better equip us all to meet the challenges faced in delivering locally grounded solutions to the UN’s SDGs.Please noteEach recording will expire 12 months after enrolling onto the module For more information on this course, or if there are no places available, please email us, or call +44 (0)20 7307 5355 to talk to a member of the team. Please view the Terms and Conditions for more information.
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