The Modern Buildings Summit will take place on 14–15 October 2026 at the Dusit Thani hotel in Dubai, UAE, according to event details published by media partner World Business Outlook. The conference will gather professionals, innovators, and decision-makers engaged in shaping the GCC region's built environment.
Discussions will focus on methods to make buildings smarter, more sustainable, efficient, and resilient. Agenda topics include green building strategies, low-carbon development, energy efficiency, sustainable building materials, water management, and technological pathways supporting net-zero buildings.
The summit program is set to address the practical deployment of smart building systems, artificial intelligence, digital twins, building automation, HVAC efficiency, advanced façades, lighting, solar technology, electric vehicle charging, security, and next-generation construction solutions. Dedicated sessions will also cover retrofitting, adaptive reuse, and operational improvements designed to extend the lifespan of existing structures while reducing environmental impact.
According to the publication, the gathering targets participants across the building lifecycle, including developers, property owners, operators, architects, designers, consultants, MEP contractors, facility managers, government representatives, engineers, procurement personnel, and technology providers.
Sources
- World Business Outlook · 2026-09-25



