{
  "id": 12519193,
  "title": "Who are we building our cities for?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/who-are-we-building-our-cities-for",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-07T02:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/podcasts/business-extra/2026/10/07/who-are-we-building-our-cities-for/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The conversation in this episode of Business Extra from LIVEX in Abu Dhabi focuses on what makes a development truly liveable as the city continues to grow and attract new residents, businesses, and investment. Dana Awad, chief commercial officer at ICT Real Estate Development, emphasizes that developers must look beyond individual buildings and consider the overall needs of people who will live, work, and spend their time within a community.\n\nShe highlights the importance of not solely focusing on beautiful architecture, as it is not sufficient if a development fails to meet everyday requirements of its residents. Awad discusses the significance of addressing these factors early on in the master planning process, encompassing elements such as open spaces, walkability, amenities, and community infrastructure.\n\nMoreover, the discussion touches upon how individual developments are part of the broader evolution of Abu Dhabi. With the capital's population and economy evolving, the changing lifestyles and expectations of residents are shaping the future of real estate in the city.",
  "summary": "This episode was produced by The National in partnership with LIVEX. In this episode of Business Extra from LIVEX in Abu Dhabi , guest host David Dunn is joined by Dana Awad, chief commercial officer at ICT Real Estate Development. As Abu Dhabi continues to grow and attract new residents, businesses and investment, the conversation explores what makes a development truly liveable. Ms Awad…",
  "key_points": [
    "Developers must consider overall needs of residents, not just architecture.",
    "Abu Dhabi's population and economy evolution shape future real estate."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Shifting focus from standalone architecture to holistic community needs redefines what makes cities liveable, putting residents' everyday requirements at the forefront of development planning.",
  "illustration": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Who are we building our cities for?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/who-are-we-building-our-cities-for-12519658",
        "published": "2026-10-07T02:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}