The large group of our members was welcomed to the premises by Eng. Mohamad Ghaddar, Project Director, who commenced the tour with an informative technical presentation about the building’s architectural and functional features.

PACE are the project’s design and supervision consultants and their Lead Structural Engineer, Eng. Adly Abozid, described the structural systems, highlighting key design aspects and the challenges faced during construction.

Following the interesting presentations, attendees were given the opportunity to ask questions. The tour that followed the presentations was enjoyable, and Eng. Shaheen’s explanations of various design and construction features were very helpful. A brief about the Palace of Justice project is available at http://www.pace-me.com/projects#new-palace-of-justice-kuwait

This will be largest judicial building in the Middle East. Located on a site of 34,500 m², the new complex of about 356,000 m² gross area will accommodate about 141 courtrooms, offices and services distributed over 23 above grade levels.

The building also comprises 3 basements, and is served by a combination of conventional and automated parking for 2740 cars. The project’s client is Kuwait’s Amiri Diwan, and construction is expected to be completed in late 2023. ACI-Kuwait Chapter wishes to thank Al Diwan Al Amiri, PACE and the Contractor, Messers. Mohammad Al Kharafi (MAK), for arranging the visit and for their hospitality.