Urban Landscaping Design and Beautification Execution Project

Urban Landscaping Design and Beautification Execution project addresses Bahrain’s need for sustainable development and urban agriculture.¹

The project is envisioned to “Green Bahrain” and based on the objectives of Bahrain’s government to improve urban greening through public-private partnerships.

The project’s core objectives included designing landscapes for four main highways, beautifying ten kilometers of roads, adding twenty hectares of new green space, and developing recommendations to further improve existing areas. Additionally, the project sought to enhance landscape design services within the Ministry, publicize the annual Bahrain International Garden Show (BIGS), and support the rehabilitation efforts at the Budaiya Experimental Nursery.²

To implement the project’s objectives, both strategic and physical plans were developed by offering designs and implementation services for roundabouts, median strips, and highway junctions. Further, the project involved developing landscaping schemes, providing project supervision, facilitating cooperative exchanges in landscape technologies, and assisting the Bahraini government in enhancing urban living environment.³

The primary beneficiaries of the Urban Landscaping Design and Beautification Execution Project in Bahrain include the residents of Bahrain, who benefit from quality green spaces and enhanced urban experience. Additionally, aesthetic and environmental improvements benefit both tourists and local visitors.

The Ministry of Works, Municipalities Affairs and Urban Planning led the strategic planning and development of the project. The project then received significant international support, with implementation carried out by Taiwan Technical Mission in collaboration with Bahrain’s Ministry of Works. It was funded by the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF).⁴

The plan of Urban Landscaping Design and Beautification Execution Project, operating from January 2015 to August 2017, is implemented in three main phases:

Phase 1 (2015):

• Completed two landscape construction programs with CMSDⁱ, and supervised Key projects, including the Hamad Town Walkway and the Al Estiqlal Highway.
• Managed two beautification projects: redesigning the 16th December Highway and proposing a new design for Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman Highway (SKBSH).
• Developed landscape designs for prominent locations, including Budaiya Nursery and Bahrain National Museum.
• Provided technical expertise for plant selection and materials for highway landscaping.
• Participated in agriculture committee meetings and supported the Bahrain International Garden Show (BIGS 2015 exhibit).

Phase 2 (2016):

• Completed the SKBSH New Junction Area beautification project and initiated the King Fahd Causeway Customs Station landscape design project.
• Delivered key designs, including the Water Garden Improvement Plan (6.6 hectares) and beautification plans for the Agriculture Incubation Center and Hoarat A’Ali Farmer Market.
• Contributed to local beautification efforts, including Bahrain Farmers Market and Bahrain Elderly Center.

Phase 3 (2017):

• Submitted and completed designs for new projects, such as the Hawar A’Ali Farmer’s Market and landscape application.
• Improved the Bahrain Fort access road and completed modifications for greenhouses at the A’Ali Agricultural Incubation Center.
• Continued beautification and maintenance projects, including those at Budaiya Experimental Garden and various farmer’s markets.
• Achieved recognition by winning first prize at the 2017 BIGS exhibition.