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 Executive Summary

Executive Summary
The Expo 2020 Dubai theme of Connecting Minds, Creating the Future is a formula for innovation and progress. It was
carefully designed to reflect the critical needs of our time as well as to build on a platform of global innovation for the
participants to fulfil their potential, to share their journey, and to enhance the visitor experience.

Along with the subthemes of Opportunity, Mobility, and Sustainability, the theme supports the participants in maximising
their benefits from Expo 2020 Dubai by developing synergies and interconnections with the visitors, with other
participants, and with the Organiser.

The overall theme will help stimulate new partnerships for progress, encourage collaboration, and inspire global creativity
on how to tackle the challenges of the future in ways that reflect our interdependencies with technology.

To fully harness the contributions of the participants, and to ensure that they are part of an outcome much greater than
the sum of the individual stories, Expo 2020 Dubai has developed the Self-Build Pavilions Guide. This document provides
design standards for building participant pavilions; recommendations for planning and designing food and beverage
establishments; and requirements for procuring sustainable products or services. Self-Build Pavilions Guide contains two
chapters:

›› Chapter I Design Guide: This chapter provides overall planning, design guides, and required controls for the participants
to develop their plots on the site.
›› Chapter II Excerpts from Dubai Municipality Food Code: This chapter provides recommendations on the design and
layout of food and beverage sections within the pavilions, in compliance with Dubai Municipality’s Food Code.

Pavilions have always been a source of excitement and attraction for visitors at World Expos. Since the first World Expo
in 1851, pavilions have become a magnet for millions of visitors and a source of timeless memories. Participants’ pavilions
and exhibits allow visitors to travel to unexplored places and learn more about the cultures and achievements that make
up our diverse world.

Self-Build Pavilions Guide aims to be an effective tool to assist the participants in creating pavilion designs aligned with
the theme and subthemes, while providing them the freedom to express their individual concepts.

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Contents

Contents ACRONYMS, ABBREVIATIONS, UNITS, AND DEFINITIONS 8

CHAPTER I: DESIGN GUIDE 12

1 Introduction 16
1.1 Objectives 16
1.2 Design Guide Overview 16

2 Master Plan Context 20

2.1 Site Context 20
2.2 Master Plan Guiding Principles 22
2.3 Master Plan Elements 23

3 Understanding Controls and Guides 32

3.1 Fire Safety, Life Safety, and Building Codes 33
3.2 Plot Parameters 33
3.3 Entrances, Exits, and Frontages 36
3.4 Design Parameters 36
3.5 Operational Design Considerations 37
3.6 Sustainability 39
3.7 Decommissioning and Removal 46
3.8 Signage and Wayfinding 46
3.9 Relevant Standards, Codes, and Regulations 52

4 Plot Sheets 56
4.1 Expo 2020 Dubai - Small Plot Sheet Example 58
4.2 Expo 2020 Dubai - Medium Plot Sheet Example 60
4.3 Expo 2020 Dubai - Large Plot Sheet Example 62

5 Design Submission, Review, and Approvals 66

5.1 Stage 1 Submission: Theme Statement 66
5.2 Stage 2 Submission: Exhibition Proposal - Concept Design 66
5.3 Stage 3 Submission: Exhibition Proposal - Final Design 67

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CHAPTER II: EXCERPTS FROM DUBAI MUNICIPALITY

FOOD CODE 68

1 Introduction 72
2 General Layout and Design Requirements 76
2.1 Spatial Planning 76
2.2 Workflow 76
2.3 Handling and Preparation Area and Other Kitchen Facilities  78

3 Permit and Licensing Requirements 82

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Acronyms, Abbreviations, Units, and Definitions

Acronyms, Abbreviations, Units, and Definitions

Acronyms and Abbreviations
Acronym/Abbreviation Expansion
AS/NZS Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand
ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
ATCM Airborne Toxic Control Measure
BIE Bureau International des Expositions
BMS Building Management System
BoH Back of House
CAP Climate Action Programme
CARES Certification Authority for Reinforcing Steels
CCA Crushed Concrete Aggregate
DEWA Dubai Electricity and Water Authority
DIN German Institute for Standardisation
DM Dubai Municipality
DWC Dubai World Central
ECVM European Council of Vinyl Manufacturers
EN European Standards
FAR Floor Area Ratio
FoH Front of House
FSC Forestry Stewardship Council
GEP Green Economy Partnership
GFA DM Gross Floor Area Dubai Municipality
GFA RICS Gross Floor Area Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
GIA Gross Internal Area
HVAC Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning
IECC International Energy Conservation Code
IES Illuminating Engineering Society
ISO International Organisation for Standardisation
JIS Japanese Industrial Standards
LEED® Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
LVL Laminated Veneer Lumber
MAFF Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries
MDF Medium Density Fibreboard
PEFC Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification
PVC Polyvinyl Chloride
RICS Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
SRI Solar Reflectance Index
TVOC Total Volatile Organic Compounds
UAE United Arab Emirates
UNEP United Nations Environment Programme
VIP Very Important Person
VVIP Very, Very Important Person
VOC Volatile Organic Compound
WBCSD World Business Council for Sustainable Development

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Units
Unit Expansion
g/L Grams per Litre
ha Hectares
km Kilometre
kV Kilovolt
kW Kilowatt
kWh/m 2
Kilowatt-Hours per Square Metre
L/Flush Litres per Flush
L/m /day
2
Litres per Square Metre per Day
L/min Litres per Minute
lm/W Lumens per Watt
m Metre
m2
Square Metres
mg/L Milligrams per Litre
mg/m hr 2
Milligrams per Square Metre-Hour
mg/m3 Milligrams per Cubic Metre
mm Millimetre
W Watt
W/linear metre Watts per Linear Metre
W/m2 Watts per Square Metre
W/m K 2
Watts per Square Metre Kelvin

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Definitions
Term Definition
Arrival Plaza Initial area inside the gated perimeter after passing the gate.
Assisted Pavilions Pavilions allocated to developing countries eligible for the assistance programme.
Back of House Designated area used for service and accredited circulation.
Baseline Line upon which most letters 'sit' and below which descenders for letters such as 'g' extend.
Height of a capital letter above the baseline for a particular typeface. It specifically refers to the height of
Cap Height capital letters that are flat—such as H or I—as opposed to round letters such as O, or pointed letters like
A, both of which may display overshoot.
Concourse Public circulation spaces within the Expo 2020 gated perimeter.
Entrance Plaza First point of entry, where visitors arrive, adjacent to the gates, but outside the gated perimeter.
Entrances Entry points allowing access to the gated perimeter.
Name of the event that will be hosted on the Expo site; Also referred to as 'Expo 2020,' 'Expo,' 'Dubai
Expo 2020 Dubai
Expo 2020,'Expo Dubai 2020,' and 'Expo event.'
The site on which Expo 2020 will be hosted. It includes areas within and outside the gated perimeter. Also
Expo Site
referred to as ‘site.’
ExpoRider Internal site transit system.
The ratio resulting from dividing the total built up area over the total plot area. Areas excluded from the
Floor Area Ratio (DM)
calculation of the total built up area as per DM definition.
Floor Area Ratio (RICS) Defined by dividing the gross internal area defined by the RICS Code of Measuring Practice 6th Edition.
Front of House Area of the pavilion or site that will host the visitors.
Qualitative measure used to calculate visitor circulation and level of service for queuing and
Fruin Level of Service
waiting areas.
Gate Control point allowing entry to the gated perimeter.
Gated Perimeter The part of the Expo site that is fenced and gated.
General Regulations The regulations of Expo 2020 Dubai, which constitute part of the Registration Document.
Measure of how much energy the emissions of one tonne of a gas will absorb over a given period of
Global Warming Potential
time, relative to the emissions of one tonne of carbon dioxide.
Grey Water Untreated wastewater, including water from bathroom wash basins and clothes washers.
Total floor area less area of parking lots, access roads, loading/unloading bays, covered way, swimming
Gross Floor Area (GFA DM) pools, basement floors allocated for parking and services, mechanical services floors, roof service floors,
non-closed balconies, and terraces.
Gross Floor Area (GFA RICS) Equal to the gross internal area defined by the RICS Code of Measuring Practice 6th Edition.
Gross Internal Area Defined by the RICS Code of Measuring Practice 6th Edition.
Thermal absorption by hardscape, such as dark, non-reflective pavements and buildings, and its
Heat Island Effect
subsequent radiation to surrounding areas.
Host Country UAE is the host country; The country that has been awarded the rights to organise Expo 2020.
Light Reflectance Value Measure of visible and usable light that is reflected from a surface when illuminated by a light source.
Flux flowing out of a source in a given direction per solid angle and it is used to quantify the power
Light Source Intensity
of a light source.
Lux International standard unit of illuminance and luminous emittance measuring luminous flux per unit area.
This is an Arabic term meaning ‘a place of sitting’ to describe various types of special gatherings,
Majlis typically a large space, to discuss local events and issues, exchange news, receive guests, socialise and be
entertained.
The detailed plan that outlines the different real estate elements, open spaces, and other facilities within
Master Plan
the Expo site.
Calendar days during the operation period of Expo 2020 Dubai dedicated to celebrating the national
National Days
days of the participant countries.
Foreign governments and international organisations who received and accepted the official invitation
Official Participants from the Government of the UAE to participate in Expo 2020 Dubai. These include countries and
multilateral organisations.
Bureau Expo Dubai 2020; established by virtue of Decree No. 30 of 2014 issued on 25 June 2014 to
Organiser
administer the organisation of Expo 2020 Dubai.
Ozone Depletion Potential Potential for a single molecule of the refrigerant to destroy the ozone layer.
Participant Countries Official countries participating in Expo 2020 Dubai.

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Definitions
Term Definition
Web-based portal that facilitates communication, events management, and service requests/delivery
Participant Portal
to the participants.
The contract agreed upon between each Section Commissioner General and the Organiser to establish
Participation Contract
the terms and procedures by which the official participants will take part in Expo 2020 Dubai.
Extent of plot covered by the building(s) or structure and this is expressed in terms of percentage. It is the
Plot Coverage
ratio of the building footprint area over the plot area.
Material generated by households or by commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities in their role as
Post-consumer Content
end-users of the product that can no longer be used for its intended purpose.
Post-industrial Content Material diverted from the waste stream during the manufacturing process.
Proportion, by mass, of recycled material in a product or packaging. Only pre-consumer and post-
Recycled Content
consumer materials shall be considered.
The document relating to the realisation and feasibility of Expo 2020 Dubai which the Inviting
Registration Document Government submitted to the BIE, and which the BIE registered during the 158th General Assembly on
25 November 2015.
Rented Pavilions Pavilions built by the Organiser and rented by the participants for their exhibition.
Section Commissioner Official participant representative appointed to manage the participation file in accordance with Article
General 13 of the Convention.
Self-Build Pavilions Pavilions built by the participants.
Service Road The road within the gated perimeter going around the site behind the Self-Build Pavilion plots.
A space left between the outer surface of the building proposed and the edge of the plot boundary.
Setback Setbacks are usually classified into front, rear, and side setbacks according to the sides of the
plot they occupy.
Sky Glow Illumination of the night sky or parts of it.
A measure of the solar reflectance and emissivity of materials that can be used as an indicator of how
Solar Reflectance Index
hot they are likely to become when solar radiation is incident on their surface.
Post-development best management practices that prevent pollutant generation, discharge and runoff
Source Control Measure
by controlling it at its source or, at a minimum, limiting pollutant exposure to stormwater.
UAE Pavilion, Theme Pavilions, Multilateral Pavilions, Leadership Pavilion, Corporate Hospitality Pavilion,
Special Pavilions
Children’s Pavilion, Media Pavilion, and Service Pavilions
Special Regulations The Special Regulations listed in Article 34 of the General Regulations.
Subthemes Expo 2020 subthemes of Opportunity, Mobility, and Sustainability.
Surface Luminance A utility node that tells the luminance (brightness) of a point on a surface as it is being rendered.
Physical areas on the Expo site hosting pavilions built by the Organiser, Special Pavilions, Self-Build
Thematic Districts
Pavilions, and Thematic Pavilions
Thematic Pavilions Special pavilions located in each Thematic District addressing the subthemes.
Theme Expo 2020 theme of Connecting Minds, Creating the Future.
An integral part of the Participation Contract, the Theme Statement is the first official document to be
submitted by participants for approval by the Organiser. The Theme Statement should define the overall
Theme Statement
theme and the general contents of participant pavilion, providing a general overview of the proposed
strategy, thematic content, installations, events, and architectural expression of the pavilion.
Reclaimed non-potable water that is treated to secondary or tertiary level and can be reused to meet
Treated Sewage Effluent
non-potable water demand.
Overall heat transfer coefficient that describes how well a building element conducts heat or the rate
U-Value of transfer of heat (in watts) through one square metre of a structure divided by the difference in
temperature across the structure.
Vertical Illuminance Measure of light falling onto a point where the light metre at that point is tilted 90 degrees.
Special visitors and officials who can be integrated or escorted through a full range of visitor experiences
VIP
with enhanced access arrangements.
Visitors that are members of the Royal Family, Heads of State and their representatives whose protocol
VVIP
arrangements are dictated by an external agency.
Welcome Plaza Area within the gated perimeter after passing the Arrival Plaza.
The height of lowercase letters reach based on height of lowercase x; does not include
X-Height
ascenders or descenders.
X-Spaces are dynamic venues located at the heart of the public realm in each subtheme district, hosting
X-Spaces
Expo Live exhibitions and unveiling the latest innovations related to each subtheme.

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Chapter I
Design Guide

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THE DESIGN GUIDE
PROVIDES A
COMPREHENSIVE
PLANNING AND
CONTROLS
FRAMEWORK
FOR THE DESIGN,
CONSTRUCTION, AND
DECOMMISSIONING
OF PAVILIONS AT
EXPO 2020 DUBAI®.

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1 Introduction

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Section 1 | Introduction

1 Introduction This chapter details the planning and controls

required for the participants to commence design
for the pavilions that will be constructed for
Expo 2020 Dubai®. In addition to planning and
controls, the design guide presents an overview
of the Master Plan that will facilitate the design
aspirations of the participants while considering
the theme and subthemes.

1.1 Objectives 1.2 Design Guide

The objectives of the design guide Overview
are to:
For ease of use, this chapter has been
›› Serve as an effective tool to split into the following five sections:
implement the spatial aspirations
of the Master Plan
›› Section 1 Introduction: This
section provides the background
›› Pursue a ‘performance-based’ to the design guide as well
approach to development control as as the objectives.
opposed to a ‘prescriptive’ approach
to allow a high degree of flexibility
›› Section 2 Master Plan Context:
This section describes the key
for the participants
elements of the Master Plan
›› Provide clear and consistent to help the individual pavilion
development control guides for designers to understand the wider
the participants planning context.
›› Encourage site-responsive design ›› Section 3 Controls and Guides:
and innovation that respects, This section provides specific
enhances, and contributes to the compliance framework for the
character of the districts identified in development of plots.
the Master Plan
›› Section 4 Plot Sheets: This section
›› Promote sustainable development includes example plot sheets for
›› Ensure that the built form and public small, medium, and large pavilions.
realm within the site is coherent and Final plot sheets identifying specific
of high quality plot parameters will be provided to
the participants upon plot allocation.
The design guide focuses on the Expo
2020 Dubai event, and provide controls ›› Section 5 Design Submission, Review,
and guides for the design, construction, and Approvals: This section explains
and dismantling of pavilions. the process that the Organiser will
adopt to review and approve the
Note that the content within this pavilion design of the participants.
document is subject to BIE’s
approval or Special Regulation
No. 4 - Construction.

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2 Master Plan The Master Plan was developed to create

Context a physical and engaging environment that
embraces and reinforces the vision for the event
by incorporating the theme and subthemes. By
seamlessly accommodating the requirements
of all visitors and participants, the Master Plan
will help deliver an event that amazes, inspires,
entertains, and educates everyone, while
delivering an authentic cultural experience.

2.1 Site Context Dubai World Central, Dubai Industrial

City, Jebel Ali Free Zone, and Dubai
The site for Expo 2020 Dubai was Investments Park, the location provides
carefully chosen to provide maximum a unique opportunity to support the
operational and logistical efficiency development of the core growth areas
for the participants, ease of local and of Dubai South within the City of Dubai
regional access for visitors, a high level and its urban development strategy.
of international visibility, and strong Refer to Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2 for
consideration for safety and security. site context and location plan.
Situated in an area of burgeoning
economic growth that is home to

Figure 2.1  Site Context and Location Plan (UAE)

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Figure 2.2  Site Context and Location Plan (Dubai)

KEY
Expo 2020 Dubai Site Metro Blue Line - Future Proposed (2030)

Radius from Expo Metro Gold Line - Future Proposed (2030)

Existing Road Network Metro Red Line (Extension)

Metro Red Line (Existing)

GATE
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UNITY

2.1.1 Development Concept

The Master Plan is designed around the theme of
Connecting Minds, Creating the Future. Three districts
take their identity from the three subthemes: Opportunity, METRO GATE

Mobility, and Sustainability. Each district will have an

architectural expression created by an identifiable distinction
in material, colour, and pattern based on the respective
SUSTA
theme. This distinction created by the thematic architectural INA
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LIT
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elements will facilitate easy navigation through the site. Refer BI

LIT
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to Figure 2.3.
M

GATE

GATE

Figure 2.3  Development Concept Diagram

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2.2 Master Plan Guiding Principles 2.2.5 Facilitate Collaboration

among Participants
The Master Plan is based on guiding principles that define
its components, such as site layout, building positioning and The Master Plan allows collaboration among participants
massing, services, and operations. The guiding principles of through a spatial layout that provides a blend of pavilion
the Master Plan are: types in an interactive environment to foster engagement
and partnership.
›› Showcase theme and subthemes
›› Catalyse and showcase innovation and culture 2.2.6 Maximise Visibility for All Participants
›› Embrace accessibility for all The configuration of the Master Plan maximises the
exposure of all participants and minimises a hierarchy of
›› Raise visitor experience standards
locations. This guiding principle is also reflected in the plot
›› Facilitate collaboration among participants allocation for participant countries.
›› Maximise visibility for all participants
›› Reflect UAE’s culture and heritage 2.2.7 Reflect UAE’s Culture and Heritage
›› Achieve efficiency in participants’ operations Several Organiser-built structures of Expo 2020 Dubai
will showcase local culture. Specifically, the public realms
›› Become a reference in sustainability for and parks will be inspired by local landscapes, and will
future World Expos
incorporate native plant species.
›› Demonstrate Smart Site initiatives
›› Prioritise health and safety in design, delivery, 2.2.8 Achieve Efficiency in Participants’
and operations
Operations
›› Build a lasting and viable legacy Expo 2020 Dubai aims to set logistics management
These guiding principles are briefly discussed in the standards. The Master Plan accounts for the logistics and
following sections. service routes needed to provide efficient service levels to all
areas where participants will be hosted.

2.2.1 Showcase Theme and Subthemes

The Master Plan reflects the theme of Connecting Minds, 2.2.9 Become a Reference in Sustainability
Creating the Future, and aims to seamlessly integrate for Future World Expos
the three subthemes of Opportunity, Mobility, and Expo 2020 Dubai is driven by four high-level
Sustainability into the urban design, infrastructure, delivery, sustainability objectives:
operations, and legacy.
›› Host one of the most sustainable World Expos ever,
leaving a legacy of sustainable infrastructure, operations,
2.2.2 Catalyse and Showcase Innovation
and practices
and Culture
›› Catalyse and support sustainability efforts in Dubai
Expo 2020 Dubai will leverage technological and cultural
and the UAE
components across the site to foster programmes for
developing solutions to challenges related to the subthemes. ›› Increase public awareness about sustainability
›› Act as catalyst for the development of solutions to existing
2.2.3 Embrace Accessibility for All sustainability challenges

The Master Plan lays a strong emphasis on ensuring that

2.2.10 Demonstrate Smart Site Initiatives
the event is accessible, engaging, and appropriate for
everyone. It aims to enable all involved with the event to Expo 2020 Dubai aims to excel in combining technology/
benefit from an inclusive experience with specific attractions, innovation and culture to showcase Smart Site operations
services, amenities, and design considerations that maximise that will provide interactive, educational, and cultural
enjoyment and comfort for all. experiences for both visitors and participants. Smart
Site operations are incorporated into the Master Plan
components and into the strategy to deliver an effective
2.2.4 Raise Visitor Experience Standards platform for visitors and participants.
The site has been designed to provide a memorable
experience for all visitors. All visitors arriving at the site
will embark on a journey of discovery. All facilities and
attractions will be conveniently located to enhance the
visitor experience.

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2.2.11 Prioritise Health and Safety in Design, ›› Maximising the number of pavilions built by the Organiser
Delivery, and Operations that will remain in legacy
Health and safety in design, delivery, and operations is a ›› Providing efficiency in utility design
priority for Expo 2020 Dubai. A centralised health and safety ›› Ensuring flexibility in the legacy Master Plan to be able to
control room ensures that venue operations planning is respond to market demands and ensure commercially
integrated into every aspect. Health and safety considered viable legacy development opportunities
throughout all design stages will minimise the risks
associated with the construction, operations, maintenance,
and decommissioning of pavilions.  2.3 Master Plan Elements
The Master Plan has a variety of specifically designed key
2.2.12 Build a Lasting and Viable Legacy open spaces, building types, and several unique structures
Planning for legacy has been a key driver for the master to provide an intriguing architectural and experiential urban
planning process. To ensure minimal deconstruction of environment. Refer to Figure 2.4.
the pavilions built by the Organiser, the Master Plan has
considered the following:

Figure 2.4  Base Master Plan

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2.3.1 Building Typologies Self-Build Pavilions

The Master Plan creates distinct districts for a range of These pavilions vary in plot size (categorised as extra large,
building types within the gated perimeter. Defined according large, medium, and small pavilions) and are distributed
to their spatial distribution, the main building types are: throughout the Master Plan. All Self-Build Pavilions are
Self-Build Pavilions; pavilions built by the Organiser; pavilions accessible from the main concourses and circulation areas.
within the Thematic Districts; and Multipurpose Halls. Refer Further details and specifications on the design of Self-Build
to Figure 2.5. Pavilions are provided in Section 3 Controls and Guides.

Figure 2.5  Building Typology Plan

KEY
Self-Build Pavilions Multipurpose Halls

Pavilions within the Thematic Districts Site Boundary

Pavilions Built by the Organiser

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Pavilions Built by the Organiser Superstore

The following pavilions will be built by the Organiser: The Superstore aims to illustrate a futuristic shopping
experience. Food and beverage facilities will also be
UAE Pavilion incorporated throughout the store.
This pavilion (host country pavilion) is located on the
perimeter of Al Wasl Plaza and occupies the full segment Children’s Pavilion
of space extending between two of the six concourses. The Children’s Pavilion is conceived as a space integrated
The UAE Pavilion is a permanent structure and will be with the landscape concept for the Children’s Park, and is
retained in legacy. designed to directly appeal to a child’s sense of discovery
and cultural interaction.
Mosque
A Mosque will be showcased in the site, reflecting unique Service and Operations Pavilions
design and architecture rooted in Emirati culture and A number of Service and Operations Pavilions are located
traditions, and integrating innovation and technology. at regular intervals throughout the site. For visitors, these
buildings will house food and beverage outlets, food courts,
Theme Pavilions retail outlets, information points, WCs, multifaith prayer
Three Theme Pavilions form part of the welcome experience rooms, and first-aid rooms. Operationally, storage areas will
for visitors entering the site. Each of these pavilions are set ease logistics for event operations.
back from the entrance gates by a large Welcome Plaza and
have the potential to present a wide frontage to this view Thematic Districts
as well as an equally important frontage on the end of each
The Thematic Districts will consist predominantly of Expo-
Thematic District.
built structures including Assisted, Rented, and Service
Multilateral Pavilions Pavilions. These are designed around a permeable urban
These pavilions are located within the Thematic Districts, form with internal routes and courtyard/exhibition spaces.
providing accommodation for non-government and
The pavilions in the Thematic Districts are divided into three
non-profit organisations.
petal-shaped areas that project out from the central Al Wasl
Corporate Hospitality and Media Pavilions Plaza, and connect each main entrance and the Theme
These pavilions are arranged symmetrically to frame Pavilions.
the main approach to Al Wasl Plaza from the Metro
Station entrance. Multipurpose Halls
West of the main visitor area, the Multipurpose Halls activate
Leadership Pavilion
the western side of the site. These halls form part of the
The Leadership Pavilion will be the majlis of
cultural and event programme while framing the western
Expo 2020 Dubai where UAE leadership will host Heads of
entry from the Metro Station.
State, VVIP delegations, dignitaries, and other high-profile
visitors.

Gallery
The Gallery building features art space on the ground level
with a fine dining experience on upper levels.

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2.3.2 Open Space Typologies Parks

Open spaces are carefully designed for an exciting and The Children’s Park and Performance Park are two of the
comfortable visitor experience. The Metro Station entrance, largest open spaces in the Master Plan.
as well as its Welcome Plaza, connects with Al Wasl Plaza.
Three entrances invite visitors to discover various pavilions
Concourses
while wandering through concourses or routes through
Thematic Disticts, gardens, and parks. Refer to Figure 2.6. Concourses form the public circulation spaces within
the gated perimeter. Along the concourses are the
food and beverage outlets, retail areas, special exhibits,
Entrance Plazas entertainment areas, visitor and participant service areas,
The perimeter of the site contains four visitor entrances: and participant pavilions.
the western entrance from the Metro Station and the three
entrances adjacent to equally distributed parking to the
Al Wasl Plaza
north, south, and east.
Al Wasl Plaza will be the central open public space of the site.
It will serve as an orientation point for visitors as well as a
location for events and entertainment.

Figure 2.6  Open Space Typologies Plan

KEY
Concourse and Circulation Parks

Al Wasl Plaza Site Boundary

Entrances and Welcome Plazas

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2.3.3 Pedestrian Movement Networks However, they will also be a fundamental design element in
Ease of navigation around the site contributes to a positive the imagery of the event and necessary in bringing cohesion
visitor experience. Concourse routes accommodate to the public realm.
pedestrian movement and connect the three thematic
entrances with Al Wasl Plaza. Refer to Figure 2.7. 2.3.5 Visitor Access and Circulation
Visitors will be welcomed at four main locations that ensure
2.3.4 Shading efficient access to the site: at the Metro Station entrance
Shading will generally be provided to public pedestrian and at the three thematic entrances. Access to the thematic
routes and plazas in the site. Shading canopies have the entrances will be from the parking areas and public transport
principal objective of ensuring comfort for all visitors and drop-off zones. Official delegates will have separate access
staff using the public realm. routes. The percentage distribution of visitor access is noted
in Figure 2.7.

Figure 2.7  Pedestrian Movement, Visitor and

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Vehicle Access and Circulation Plan
Site Boundary Gated Perimeter
ExpoRider Route Arrival Plazas
ExpoRider Drop Off Areas Welcome Plazas
ExpoRider Entrances Thematic Pavilions Secure Servicing Area
Taxi Route Metro Station
Taxi Rider Drop Off Areas Pedestrian Routes / Concourse
VIP and Valet Route Concourse Secure Loop / Service Road
VIP Entrances (Pedestrian) Metro Route
VIP Drop Off Areas Public and Staff Entrances
Helipad Participant Entrances
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2.3.6 Entertainment Expo These activation areas will be distributed throughout the
The entire site will be fully activated day and night with a Thematic Districts, concourses, and open spaces, including
range of entertainment options and exhibits. These include the two large parks. Examples of how this activation may be
art installations, interactive displays, performance stages, distributed are indicated in the Thematic District and Park
and rest and play areas that will host a rolling programme extracts in Figure 2.8.
of events.

Entrance Plaza Al Wasl

Control Point

Arrival Plaza

Al Wasl

KEY KEY Figure 2.8  Example of Thematic District (Left) and

Example of Park - Entertainment Options (Right)
Theme Pavilion Signature Retail
Theme Pavilion National Day Pavilion
Welcome Statement Rest SpaceStatement
Welcome Performance Park
X-Space Opportunity X-Space
Play Opportunity
Moment Group Interactive Space

X-Space Plinth X-SpaceDay

National Plinth
Pavilion Main Water Feature
Jubilee Gardens Rest Space
Jubilee Gardens Performance Park
Art Installation
Art Installation Group Interactive Space
Interactive Installation
Interactive Installation Main Water Feature
Souk Stage
Thematic District Stage Rent Space
Signature Food and Beverage
Signature Food and Beverage Signature Retail
Rest Space
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3 Understanding The design guide aims to be an effective tool

Controls and to implement the spatial aspirations of the
Master Plan. To realise this goal and to aid the
Guides participants in checking their plot developments
for adherence to the design guide, two
criteria for compliance have been established
– controls and guides. These criteria will
facilitate the Organiser in assessing the design
submissions of the participants.

Controls are ‘must’ statements that queuing, shading, and servicing); fire

C-75
Coding for Control
establish a limitation or prohibition
of development. Some examples
of controls that are established in
and life safety design; universal access
and inclusive design; signage and
wayfinding; and sustainability.
the Master Plan include pavilion
height limits, required setbacks, and Some controls and guides specifically

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Coding for Guide
maximum gross floor area (GFA).

Guides are ‘can’ or ‘should’

address the requirements for the Self-
Build Pavilions within the Thematic
Districts. These are identified with
statements that describe methods ‘(Thematic Districts)’ in the text.
Figure 3.1  Control and Guide Coding or suggested ways that a design
can demonstrate whether a Controls and guides are divided into
particular development meets the the following sections:
specified goals and objectives. If
the guides are followed, the design ›› Section 3.1 Fire Safety, Life Safety,
would be considered to meet the and Building Codes: This section
guiding principles of the Master provides controls that aim to
Plan. Some examples of guides that safeguard the health and safety of
are established in the Master Plan everyone on the site. Fire and life
include expressing design identity safety as well as building codes are
through lighting, signage placement, also discussed.
and use of natural ventilation. ›› Section 3.2 Plot Parameters:
These are controls for pavilion
In this section, each control envelopes, including built form,
and guide is given a unique setbacks, height, volume, and
alphanumeric code. In Figure 3.1, the massing. Guides on roof design
first character of the code identifies and potential for amalgamation
if the statement is a control (C) or or subdivision of pavilions are
a guide (G). The numeric character also addressed.
identifies the sequential order of the
control or guide. For example, C-75
›› Section 3.3 Entrances, Exits,
and Frontages: These are controls
is a control while G-27 is a guide.
and guides for entrances, exits,
Each set of guides and controls universal access, and inclusive design.
sets out how the theme and ›› Section 3.4 Design Parameters:
subthemes can influence the design These are controls and guides for
rules and parameters of various land use, potential design responses,
components of the Self-Build landscape, utility provision, shading,
Pavilions. This includes guides on and comfort.
the design of the physical space
›› Section 3.5 Operational Design
(such as pavilion envelope, setbacks,
Considerations: These are controls
heights, and open space on the
and guides for queuing, servicing,
plot); space planning of the key
emergency response plan, and
elements of the Self-Build Pavilions
pavilion security.
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›› Section 3.6 Sustainability: These are controls for C-01 To ensure safety for all, participants must adhere
sustainability elements, such as use of energy, water, and to the UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice
materials. The section also provides controls and guides on (2011) as a minimum. This includes, but is not
managing waste and emissions while raising awareness on limited to specifications in relation to occupancy
the subject. loads, fire service access requirements, emergency
›› Section 3.7 Decommissioning and Removal: egress, fire detection and alarm systems, and
These are high-level controls and guides for dismantling emergency command centres.
the elements of Expo 2020 Dubai. C-02 The design, layout, and construction of Self-
›› Section 3.8 Signage and Wayfinding: This section sets the Build Pavilions must adhere to the UAE building
standards and provides guidance for signage, types, sizing, codes, local and national standards, including the
and language hierarchy. Dubai Municipality Building Code Regulations and
Construction Specifications, and the Dubai South
›› Section 3.9 Relevant Standards, Codes, and Regulations: Planning Regulations and Development Guidelines.
This section provides web links to local, national, and
international standards, codes, and regulations which are
referred to in the controls and guides. 3.2 Plot Parameters

3.1 Fire Safety, Life Safety, 3.2.1 Site and Gate Levels
C-03 The design of pavilions and open space must
and Building Codes take account of plot gradients and plot limits.
An example is provided in Section 4 Plot Sheets.
Health and safety is of upmost priority on the
The overall site will have a shallow gradient as a
Expo 2020 Dubai site. To ensure safety for all, the entire
response to existing surrounding site levels. As
site will be integrated via a digital network to a central
a consequence, the plots of the participants are
command centre. For further details, refer to items 16,
anticipated to have very shallow gradients, varying
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from 1:50 to 1:100. See Figure 3.2.
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Note:
The roads layout shown is only conceptual, and the configuration
Site Boundary subject to change pending the outcome of the ongoing traffic study
and the infrastructure design which will be completed by others
during the next stages of the design. All Information incorporated i
this drawing was received before the 21st of March 2016. Any
information received post that date will be subject to review,

Contour verification and further coordination before being incorporated

where necessary in the expo and legacy master plan during the
next stages of design.

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3.2.2 Setbacks 3.2.6 Height and Volume

C-04 Each plot must have a 10-m minimum setback C-13 All participants must contain their design within
from the front. the identified pavilion envelope and maximum
C-05 Each plot must have a 3-m minimum setback from height limits of each plot. An example is provided
the rear boundary. in Section 4 Plot Sheets. If the participants wish to
extend beyond these limits, the design must be
C-06 Each plot must have a 3-m minimum setback proportional to the setback and must be submitted
ranging up to 5-m from the side boundary. See to the Organiser for authorisation. See Figure 3.4.
Figure 3.3. The exact setback will be defined in the
individual plot sheets.
KEY
KEY
The example provided in Section 4 Plot Sheets specifies
mandatory setbacks for the plot. Maximum Buildable Zone

Plot

3.2.3 Setbacks (Thematic Districts) Plot Front Rear Frontage Boundary

Plot Rear 3m
C-07 Public frontage boundary must be a minimum
of 3-m from the front along the concourse. 3-5m

C-08 Secondary frontage boundary must be a minimum

of 3-m from the boundary.
C-09 Pavilion line must have a minimum of 3-m setback
from the plot boundaries.
3-5m
3.2.4 Plot Boundary Conditions and Frontages Side Boundary

C-10 Pavilions must not include fences or barriers on

any boundary. Public Frontage Boundary
10m

C-11 At the front boundary (onto concourses), Figure 3.3  Self-Build Pavilion Setbacks
participants must design the on-plot landscape with
regard for its integration with the concourse public
realm.
G-01 Coordination and integration with the participants
of adjacent plots is encouraged.
Extra Large Pavilion
Maximum 27m
3.2.5 Pavilion Sizes Large Pavilion
Maximum 21m
C-12 The design of the Self-Build Pavilions must adhere Medium and Small Pavilions
to the maximum development areas for their Maximum 15m

respective sizes. Sizes will be specified in specific

plot sheets. An example is provided in Section
4 Plot Sheets. Sizes will be within the ranges
shown below:

Max Buildable Indicative

Plot
Zone Average Figure 3.4  Self-Build Pavilions - Maximum Heights
Size
Range (m2) Range (m2) GFA per Plot
Min Max Min Max (m2)
C-14 The maximum pavilion height and allowable
Extra Large 4,523 6,069 3,166 4,248 10,822
built-area dictates the maximum allowable
Large 3,417 3,720 2,392 2,604 6,510 pavilion volume.
Medium 1,812 2,282 1,262 1,597 3,005
G-02 Participants should build their pavilions within the
Small 1,238 1,550 866 1,085 2,713
volume constraints. An example is provided in
Section 4 Plot Sheets.
G-03 Although no minimum pavilion height is stipulated,
participants should be mindful of the context
within which their pavilion exists and of the need
for maintaining appropriate visibility for their
pavilion, including distant views (where these exist),
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3.2.7 Built Form

G-04 The Self-Build Pavilions are intended to allow
a high amount of design freedom to enable
the participants to aesthetically express their
architecture, landscape, culture, and resource
in recognition of the theme and subthemes of
Expo 2020 Dubai. Some potential design responses
that should be considered are discussed below. Figure 3.5  Example of Flexibility in Design
for Covered and Enclosed Spaces
G-05 Pavilions can have the flexibility to incorporate
multiple levels, as well as terraces, semi-covered
spaces, and atria. See Figure 3.5.
C-15 The design of the built form must allow for
appropriate measures to clean, service, and
access structures. It must not require complicated
scaffolding to clean the structure.
G-06 To alleviate radiated and generated noise from
creating uncomfortable noise, levels sound
attenuation should be incorporated into the
design. Sound baffling should also be considered
in the design of external spaces to avoid noise spill
to public realm and adjacent pavilions. Refer to
Section 3.6 Sustainability.
C-16 Pavilions within the Thematic Districts must consider
all structural limitations, such as weight and 6m
max
grid layout. Scenario A

3.2.8 Roof Design and Rooftop Facilities

C-17 The roof areas may be used for roof terraces. All
rooftop facilities or structures must comply with plot
parameters set out for maximum pavilion envelope.
See Figure 3.6.
G-07 All pavilions should provide a dedicated area
for photovoltaics or similar renewable energy
technologies. These should be integrated into the
pavilion design and the participants are encouraged
to incorporate these into the exhibition itself.
Refer to Section 3.6 Sustainability.
C-18 Any rooftop terraces designed for visitor use must
Scenario
be fully accessible to all persons withAdisabilities. Scenario B
C-19 The roof design must consider rainfall run off which
must be contained and not impact public realm or Figure 3.6  Roof Design Scenarios

queuing area. Refer to Section 3.6 Sustainability.

G-08 Pavilions can incorporate roof terraces for visitors.
Rooftop facilities or structures cannot exceed the
maximum pavilion height as set out in the individual
plot sheets. See Figure 3.7.
C-20 Rooftop planting must comply with water usage
requirements for the landscape design. Refer to
Section 3.6 Sustainability.
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3.2.9 Massing
G-09 Massing for the Self-Build Pavilions can be
developed according to a wide range of scenarios.
For illustrative purposes, two scenarios are shown in
Figure 3.8. However, these scenarios should not be
considered prescriptive.

Pavilion Fabric
C-21 To minimise heat gains for enclosed spaces,
participants must demonstrate fabric efficiency by Scenario A
ensuring that average thermal transmittances do Scenario
The plot can be designed and massed A
as a free-standing, whereby all of
the built area is confined within one pavilion volume. This can be used to
not exceed: provide a single indoor exhibition space. Participants should ensure that a
strong relationship is established between the pavilion and open space.
Wall U-value = 0.32 W/m²K
Roof U-value = 0.30 W/m²K
External Floor U-value = 0.30 W/m²K
Glazing U-value = 1.9 W/m²K
where W/m²K means watts per square metre Kelvin.

C-22 Participants must use efficient glazing products that

have a maximum solar shading coefficient of 0.4
and a minimum visible light transmittance of 0.25.

3.3 Entrances, Exits, and Frontages

Scenario B
3.3.1 Entrances Scenario A The buildable volume can be designed as a collection of structures, creating
Scenario B
a variety of indoor and outdoor exhibition spaces, whereby all of the built
C-23 Self-Build Pavilion plots must have primary access volumes equate to the maximum permissible development on the plot. An
example is provided in Section 4 Plot Sheets. This arrangement can result
off one of the concourse streets, which will provide
in cluster of smaller pavilions which may enable a more fluid relationship
the access to and from the main circulation routes with the landscape.
beneath the shade structure. Figure 3.8  Massing Scenarios
C-24 Self-Build Pavilion plots must have access for
servicing from the rear or back of house (BoH) at C-29 A firm, smooth, and non-slip surface with a gradient
all times, which allows clear segregation between of no more than 2.5 percent is required.
public and private access.
C-30 Walkways, ramps, step ramps, or lifts must be
C-25 Food and beverage outlets within the pavilion incorporated at changes of level along the path of
must have dedicated entrance, separate from the travel (permitted within the confines of the plot).
pavilion’s primary access.
C-31 The accessible path of travel must not incorporate
G-10 Pavilions should consider separate access for VIPs any step, stairway, turnstile, revolving door, escalator,
and VVIPs noting that vehicular access is likely to be or other impediment that would limit accessibility.
from the BoH service road.
G-12 The points of transition between the internal and
external exhibition areas are to be accessible. It is
3.3.2 Exits
recommended that any step forming a transition
G-11 Pavilion design should separate the ingress point have a change in level not exceeding 5 mm.
from the egress points to maintain pedestrian flow
and minimise congestion.
3.4 Design Parameters
3.3.3 Universal Access and Inclusive Design
C-26 A continuous external accessible path to travel 3.4.1 Land Use
within the plot limits must be provided from the G-13 The Self-Build Pavilion plots should allow design
plot boundary to the main entrance(s) of the freedom to enable the participants to aesthetically
proposed pavilion. express their architecture, landscape, culture, events,
C-27 The continuous external accessible path of travel entertainment, and resources in line with the event’s
must be well-lit and sheltered from the sun and theme and subthemes.
general weather. G-14 The design of Self-Build Pavilions should suitably
C-28 Rest stations must be incorporated if the travel consider their location adjacent to public routes
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3.4.2 Utility Provision ›› Evaporative cooling: This is a process that

C-32 The Organiser will provide potable water, power increases local humidity, but reduces the air
(11 kV), sewer, telecommunications, gas, and temperature, thus improving thermal comfort.
irrigation connection points to within 2 m of the plot Water should be used sparingly, so the benefit of
boundary. Participants must connect these services evaporative cooling should be contained.
to meet their individual and regulatory requirements. G-18 The design of the pavilions can provide over-ground
Exact utility locations will be denoted on indicated level space to allocate shaded and permeable
plot sheets. exhibition space. See Figure 3.9.
C-33 For the Self-Build Pavilion (Thematic Districts), the G-19 Awnings, canopies, and other lightweight,
Organiser will provide connection points for the freestanding structures can also be built within the
above utilities along the concourse or the side edge plot boundary. See Figure 3.10.
of the plot boundary. Participants must continue
these services within their plot to meet their
individual and regulatory requirements. Exact utility
locations will be defined on indicated plot sheets.
C-34 All utility and service installations and equipment
within the plot must be adequately concealed and
accessible to vehicles and contractors of utility Figure 3.9  Example of Ground-Level Permeability
providers.
C-35 All participants must adhere to the GFA permitted
per plot as well as the associated utility allocations.
An example is provided in Section 4 Plot Sheets. 6m
max
C-36 Participants must identify the need for backup 6m
power generation, and suitably locate the max

equipment on plot. Potential noise, air quality, and

Figure 3.10  Example of Usage of Light Structures
visual amenity impacts must also be identified and
mitigation measure must be demonstrated within
the final design submissions.
3.5 Operational Design
3.4.3 Landscape
G-15 All participants should develop designs for open
Considerations
space, landscape, and exhibition in keeping with the
Self-Build Pavilion’s position in the relevant Thematic 3.5.1 Queuing
District. These designs should include responses to C-38 Queuing for each pavilion must be accommodated
adjacencies and interfaces with key open spaces within the respective plots along the front and
and public routes. For further details, refer to Section side boundaries of the pavilion. Participants must
3.6 Sustainability. ensure that visitors are able to queue within these
constraints and allowance should be made within
3.4.4 Shading and Comfort the pavilion design for this. See Figure 3.11.
C-37 All participants must consider the need to provide
shade within open areas and for queuing zones KEY
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either through the integration of shade trees or Plot Boundary
shade structures.
Hardscape
G-16 External exhibits should include shaded areas to Softscape
provide shelter to visitors.
Indicative Area Reserved
for Queuing
G-17 Participants should consider the thermal
comfort of visitors, particularly in external areas
designated for queuing. Thermal comfort can be
improved by providing:
›› Solar shading: Direct solar radiation can cause
significant discomfort. Design should ensure
comprehensive shading during the middle part of
the day when solar radiation is most intense.
›› Natural ventilation: Maximise local wind
penetration by considering the prevailing wind
10m
direction. This will help remove heat and allow the
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G-20 A ticketing or booking service should be considered

to reduce the need for long queues.
G-21 The design of the queuing areas within plots should
be based on Fruin level of service ‘D.’
C-39 Participants must ensure that queuing to the rear
side of the pavilion does not impact BoH operations.
Indicative
G-22 In cases where queuing density could be exceeded, Concourse
Queuing Area

participants should provide additional queuing

space within the plot. This may require parts of

10m
the ground level of the pavilion be given over
to queuing space.
G-23 Shading, water provision, locations for rest area,
and introduction to pavilion content and thematicSmall
Large Pavilion Small Small Large Pavilion Plot Depth
Avg: 2,500m² comfortPavilion Pavilion Pavilion Avg: 2,500m²
events should be considered to provide and 62m

entertainment to the queuing visitors.

3.5.2 Servicing
G-24 All Self-Build Pavilions adjacent to the service Add:900m²
Expansion Zone
road benefit from rear access. This allows
servicing, deliveries, and other BoH operations
to be segregated from the front of house (FoH).
Service Zone
See Figure 3.12. and access

C-40 The primary servicing of Self-Build Pavilions must be

before opening and after closing hours.
C-41 All Self-Build Pavilion (Thematic Districts) plots must Figure 3.12  Plot Servicing
have access for servicing and deliveries from BoH.
This allows servicing, deliveries, and other BoH
operations to be segregated from the public areas
FoH.
G-25 Loading areas should be at ground level. A raised
C-42 Vehicular servicing of Self-Build Pavilions (Thematic
loading dock is not a requirement.
Districts) must be out of hours if access will be via
the public realm FoH. G-26 All surfacing should be able to support emergency
vehicles to meet regulatory access requirements.
C-43 All BoH areas must be appropriately concealed.
Plots should be designed to allow ease of
movement of goods, unhindered by kerbs,
3.5.3 Emergency Response Plan
steps, steep inclines, narrow doorways, or C-47 It is the responsibility of the plot designer to prepare
any other obstruction. an Emergency Response Plan specific for the
pavilion, mitigating any potential impacts upon
C-44 Pavilion storage must accommodate stock
adjacent uses if an emergency event arises. The
requirements for a minimum of two days.
plan must include preparing for possible dangers,
BoH service area must also be reserved to
including fires, security incidents, and accidents
accommodate the need for a dry and wet waste
involving hazardous materials. Upon approval by the
stores, space for logistics deliveries, facilities
Organiser, the plan must be fully integrated into the
management vehicles and equipment, queue
overall site Emergency Response Plan and connect
management equipment, and pavilion transport
back to the central command centre.
requirements.
C-45 Pavilion waste must be sorted on the pavilion plot 3.5.4 Pavilion Security
to comply with the controls and the recommended C-48 Participants must take full responsibility for the
guides in Section 3.6 Sustainability. security of their own pavilions.
C-46 Hazardous waste must not be stored on plot and all C-49 Participants must submit the details of their security
waste storage must be out of sight from the public systems to the Organiser for review and for
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3.6 Sustainability G-28 Energy-efficient electrical appliances and cooking

facilities that hold international certification for
Expo 2020 Dubai aims to become a sustainability efficient or sustainable operations should be used.
benchmark for future World Expo events. To achieve this Where possible, these should be powered by
goal, all participants are encouraged to contribute to the connecting to renewable energy sources.
site-wide sustainability commitments. It is important that
the participants understand the site-wide sustainability Renewable Energy Production
aspirations, and develop their own design and approaches to
G-29 Onsite renewable energy generation should be
support these aspirations.
adopted. All participants should consider generating
25 percent of their energy demand of Expo 2020
C-50 In line with the sustainability approach of
Dubai from renewable sources to align with the
Expo 2020 Dubai, all pavilions, buildings, and
site-wide commitments. Note that across the site,
structures must consider sustainability as an integral
50 percent of the overall energy demand will be
component of their exhibition development.
supplied from renewable technologies, of which
3.6.1 Sustainability Themes a minimum 25 percent will be generated onsite.
If sustainability certification is targeted, project
The sustainability themes of Expo 2020 Dubai are:
teams are advised to consult individual schemes
and consider how onsite renewable strategies can
›› Energy: Minimising energy consumption through energy
contribute to the site-wide targets.
efficiency, supplemented with extensive use of renewable
energy sources G-30 Solar thermal generation should be considered to
meet hot water demands.
›› Water: Optimising potable water use by focusing on water
conservation and using alternative water resources to G-31 Participants should maximise energy output by
meet non-potable water demand reducing overshadowing of pavilion-mounted
solar technologies.
›› Materials: Adopting a holistic view of the life cycle of
materials; encouraging the use of locally sourced and G-32 Incorporating other pavilion-scale renewable
recycled materials energy technologies should be considered. These
technologies include solar, thermal storage, fuel cells,
›› Waste: Achieving high rates of waste segregation into
or small-scale wind turbines.
different waste streams – during construction, operation,
and decommissioning – to allow for diversion from landfill. For guidance, refer to DEWA’s Standards for Distributed
Renewable Resources Generators Connected to the
›› Emissions: Implementing a carbon emissions
Distribution Network and Connection Guidelines for
management programme that measures, reduces, and
Distributed Renewable Resources Generation Connected to
offsets emissions in a responsible way
the Distribution Network.
›› Public Realm and Ecology: Creating a comfortable and
enjoyable environment that promotes biodiversity and the
ecological value of the site
Natural Ventilation
G-33 Participants should consider the height and shade of
›› Sustainability Awareness: Inducing sustainable lifestyles the pavilion interior as this can facilitate internal air
with the use of smart monitoring and reporting to educate
movement and natural ventilation. See Figure 3.13.
the public and participants
G-34 Use of fans powered by renewable energy
3.6.2 Sustainability Certification to increase air flow within the pavilions
should be considered.
G-27 Participants are not required to achieve
sustainability certification, however, they should
target certification. Due to the international nature
of the event, participants may choose to use
recognised certification systems of their own choice
to align with the commitment of Expo 2020 Dubai
to LEED® Gold.

3.6.3 Energy
C-51 Pavilions represent one of the largest energy
demands across the event and must implement
energy efficiency measures to meet the event’s
sustainability principles.

Figure 3.13  Example of Stack Ventilation

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Solar Shading
G-35 Participants should incorporate passive solar
control measures (such as sun screens, pergolas,
and trellises) in their pavilion design to control solar
gain and maintain thermal comfort adjacent to
facade openings.
G-36 Participants should incorporate external horizontal
and vertical screening in their pavilion design
according to sun path altitude and azimuth angles
to minimise direct solar heat gain during the day.
Horizontal screening should be used on the South
facade and vertical screening is optimal on East
and West facades.
G-37 Stepping and recessing the built form should be
considered to enhance self-shading.
G-38 Participants should consider the geometric shape
and orientation of fixtures as well as the surface
materials used when screening the pavilions’
horizontal and vertical surfaces.

Artificial Cooling System Performance

C-52 All artificial cooling systems must comply with the
minimum standards outlined in Section 502.01 of
the Green Building Regulations and Specifications Figure 3.14  Passive Design Techniques to Reduce
in the Emirate of Dubai. Energy Consumption

Energy Consumption
C-53 To support the site-wide target of Expo 2020 Dubai C-55 All accessible water fixtures must be fitted with
to reduce energy consumption during operations, smart controls.
participants must either: G-40 Water monitoring and leak detection should be tied
›› Reduce pavilion energy consumption by 20 to the pavilion’s sustainability awareness strategy.
percent compared to ASHRAE 90.1 Baseline, or
›› Demonstrate that the predicted energy 3.6.4 Lighting
consumption during Expo 2020 Dubai is less than
Lighting Levels and Brightness
90 kWh/m2. This should be based on the total GFA
and include all energy used for cooling, lighting, C-56 Lighting must be provided to safely move around,
small power, and process loads. Any renewable enter, and exit the pavilions.
energy generated on-plot maybe deducted from G-41 Pavilions should express design identity and
the total energy consumption. See Figure 3.14. individuality through lighting design and technology.
G-42 Dynamic and functional lighting should be
Metering and Controls
coordinated with concourse lighting applications
C-54 Energy and water consumption within the pavilion and content.
must be captured through smart metering. The
C-57 Light levels must comply with the Illuminating
submeters must be connected to the Building
Engineering Society (IES) Guidelines.
Management System (BMS) with the hardware and
software capability to:
Obtrusive Lighting Limitations
›› Record hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and annual G-43 Lighting effects should be localised with minimal
energy consumption for each end-use impact on neighbouring pavilions.
›› Compare consumption to previous days, weeks, G-44 Consideration should be given for light trespass,
months, and years for trend analysis glare, uplight, and light spill.
›› Determine ‘out-of-range’ values to alert pavilion C-58 Obtrusive lighting must comply with
operators to unusually high consumption the IES Guidelines.
›› Record peak energy and water consumption for
each end-use Installed Lighting Power
G-39 Metering should be tied to the pavilion’s C-59 Reduce external lighting power density (20 percent)
sustainability awareness strategy. and landscape feature lighting (50 percent) as
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C-60 Incandescent light bulbs must not be used. G-47 The potential for capturing and reusing rainwater
G-45 If the participants choose to target pavilion condensation for irrigation should be considered.
level certification, they should consider that G-48 Landscape irrigation demands should be considered
individual certification systems may have different against the species type used within planted areas.
requirements, standards, and thresholds for light
pollution reduction. Grey Water Usage
G-49 Participants should investigate opportunities
Lighting Control to recycle grey water within pavilions, through
C-61 Localised and centralised control systems the installation of septic tanks and landscape
must be coordinated with the site-wide lighting filtration technologies.
control infrastructure.
Condensate Capture
C-62 Photoelectric lighting control must be incorporated
in to the external lighting systems to reduce energy C-71 Pavilions must reuse at least 80 percent of the
demand. Reduce lighting power density or shutoff condensate collected from pavilions with cooling
external lighting during out-of-hours periods. loads over 350 kW.

C-63 Motion lighting control must be used to limit lighting Indoor Water Consumption
in areas with infrequent usage.
C-72 Water demand must be reduced by 25 percent
compared to the Dubai Electricity and Water
3.6.5 Water
Authority Guidelines. Where possible, participants
This section addresses water holistically, looking at indoor are encouraged to install:
use, outdoor use, specialised reduction strategies, and
metering. There is particular emphasis on reducing potable ›› Low-flush, high-efficiency, or dual-flush toilets
water demand within the region and taking an ‘efficiency ›› Ultra-low flush urinals
first’ approach to water conservation.
›› Waterless urinals
C-64 Water saving measures must consider the use of ›› High-efficiency faucets
both indoor and outdoor water demand within the C-73 Water-efficient fixtures and fittings must be installed
Self-Build Pavilions. in line with Section 601.01 of the Green Building
Regulations and Specifications in the Emirate
Irrigation of Dubai. The following maximum flow rates
C-65 Public realm water consumption, including water must be met:
features, must not exceed 7 L/m2/day in streetscape
›› Shower – 8 L/min
areas and 4 L/m2/day in the remaining landscape or
open space areas. ›› Hand basin – 2.5 L/min
C-66 One hundred percent of irrigation demand must be ›› Kitchen sink – 4.5 L/min
met from non-potable sources. ›› Toilet main – 4.5 L/flush
C-67 Smart moisture, air flow, and underground irrigation ›› Toilet low – 3 L/flush
systems must be used to reduce irrigation demand.
›› Urinal – 0.5 L/flush or waterless
C-68 High efficiency equipment, such as climate-based
controllers, must be used for irrigation. Plant
›› Shattaf – 4.5 L/min
irrigation density must be matched to irrigation Where L/min means litres per minute and L/flush
requirements and piping arrangement. means litres per flush.
C-69 Permits must be provided when importing plants
and seeds for soft landscaping. These are controlled 3.6.6 Materials
by the regulations and legislations of the UAE The materials strategy for Expo 2020 Dubai focuses on
Federal Customs Authority and the Ministry of selection of non-hazardous materials, life cycle impacts,
Environment and Water. promotion of recycled and reused content, and local
C-70 Watering/irrigation systems and maintenance of sourcing for reduced carbon footprint.
plot landscapes must not impact the public realm.
Overspills, damage, or encroachment into the public Hazardous Materials
realm from watering or maintenance must be
C-74 Materials must not be carcinogenic and must
rectified by the participants.
not emit toxicants or irritants. An environmental
G-46 Water retention within landscape areas health product declaration or a manufacturer
should be facilitated using traditional water inventory can be used to determine the toxicity of a
harvesting techniques. product’s ingredients.

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C-75 Materials with low or no volatile organic C-76 Composite wood products with low formaldehyde
compounds (VOCs) must be chosen. This should emissions must be chosen. This must be
be demonstrated by ensuring that 95 percent of demonstrated by ensuring that 95 percent of
internal material finishes, by cost, meet the total materials, by cost, do not exceed emission levels as
VOC content limits in Table 3.1. shown in Table 3.2.

Max. Total VOC Emission Limit/Unit

Product Type
Product Type (g/L ready to use of Measurement
product) California Air Resources Board ATCM for As defined by the
Paints, varnishes and coatings various composite wood applications standard
California Air Resources Board 2007 AS/NZS 2269:2004, testing procedure
Suggested Control Measure for AS/NZS 2098.11:2005 method 10 for ≤ 1 mg/L
Architectural Coatings Plywood
South Coast Air Quality Management AS/NZS 1859:2004, Particle Board
District Rule 1113 (USA) with use of testing procedure AS/NZS ≤ 1.5 mg/L
As defined by the 4266.16: 2004 method 16
European Decopaint Directive
standard
(2004/42/EC) AS/NZS 1859:2004, MDF with use of
Canadian VOC Concentration Limits for testing procedure AS/NZS 4266.16: ≤ 1 mg/L
Architectural Coatings 2004 method 16

Hong Kong Air Pollution Control AS/NZS 4357:4, Laminated Veneer

≤ 1 mg/L
(VOC) Regulation Lumber (LVL)

Walls and ceilings – interior gloss Japanese Agricultural Standard MAFF

Trim – gloss, semi-gloss, satin, varnishes 75 Notification No.701 Appendix Clause 3 ≤ 1 mg/L
and wood stains (11) - LVL

Walls and ceilings – interior semi-gloss, JIS A 5908:2003 Particle Board and
16 Plywood, with use of testing procedures ≤ 1 mg/L
low sheen and flat washable
JIS A 1460
Ceilings – interior flat 14
JIS A 5905:2003 MDF, with use of
Timber and binding primers 30 ≤ 1 mg/L
testing procedures JIS A 1460
Latex primer for galvanised iron and
60 ASTM D5116 ≤ 0.1(±0.0005) mg/m2hr
zincalume
ISO 16000 part 9, 10 and 11 (also known ≤ 0.1(±0.0005) mg/m2hr
Interior latex undercoat and sealer 65 as EN 13419) (at 3 days)
Adhesives and sealants ≤ 0.1(±0.0005) mg/m2hr
ASTM D6007
South Coast Air Quality Management (at 3 days)
District Rule 1168 (USA) ASTM E1333 ≤ 0.12 mg/m3
European Decopaint Directive EN 717-1 (also known as DIN EN 717-1) ≤ 0.12 mg/m3
(2004/42/EC) As defined by the
EN 717-2 (also known as DIN EN 717-2) ≤ 0.12 mg/m3
Canadian VOC Concentration Limits for standard
Architectural Coatings Table 3.2  Formaldehyde Limits
Hong Kong Air Pollution Control (VOC)
Regulation
Indoor carpet and carpet pad adhesive 50
Wood flooring and laminate adhesive 100
Rubber flooring adhesive 60
Sub-floor and cover base adhesive 50
Ceramic tile adhesive 65
Dry wall and panel adhesive 50
Structural glazing adhesive 100
Architectural sealants 250
Carpets and floor coverings
4-PC
Carpets
(4-Phenylclohexene)
5 mg/m2/h at
Floor coverings other than carpets
3 days, 0.5 mg/m2/h
(ASTM D5116 or ISO 16000)
at 28 days
Floor coverings other than carpets 0.5 mg/m2/h at
(IS0 10580) 24 hours

Table 3.1  VOC Limits

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Recycled and Reused Materials The supplier must confirm that the production of PVC does
C-77 Use of products with identifiable recycled content, not result in effluent discharges exceeding the established
including post-industrial content with a preference water quality standards, or vent gases exceeding the
for post-consumer content, must be maximised. European standards for waste incineration, and that the
production of PVC is conducted in a way that prevents
C-78 Materials must be selected based on their capacity fugitive emissions during manufacture and protects the
to be reused and recycled after construction health and safety of employees.
in accordance with the guidance in Section 3.7
Decommissioning and Removal. C-82 PVC used in pavilions must comply with ‘ECVM
Industry Charter for the Production of VCM
Materials Life Cycle Impacts and PVC.’
G-50 External materials should be sufficiently durable
C-83 The non-recycled content of PVC must not contain
to withstand the local environmental extremes,
lead, mercury, or cadmium stabilisers and be
including high humidity and sandstorms.
produced using non-phthalate plasticisers.
G-51 Materials which are used significantly onsite or with
C-84 The contractor must use reasonable endeavours
a high cost, such as concrete or steel, should have
to procure PVC with a recycled content of at least
an associated environmental product declaration.
30 percent.
These should be collected and held by the
main contractor.
3.6.7 Waste
G-52 Materials must be procured from sustainably Through Expo 2020 Dubai, participants have the opportunity
managed sources accredited by independent third- to showcase innovative responses to waste management,
party organisations. This should be demonstrated disposal, and materials reuse.
as follows:
›› Steel: CARES Sustainability Standard, or World Solid Waste Management
Steel Association Climate Action Programme (CAP)
G-53 Participants should develop a Solid Waste
membership, or equivalent
Management Plan detailing all major waste streams
›› Concrete: Certified to the WBCSD Cement generated during operation, including disposal,
Sustainability Initiative Responsible Sourcing segregation, and diversion rates.
Scheme, or equivalent
C-85 Participants must achieve 85 percent segregation of
›› Timber: Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) all waste streams (by weight).
certification or Programme for the Endorsement of
G-54 Within the pavilion, collection stations for recyclable
Forest Certification (PEFC) certification
materials should be integrated in to the pavilion
C-79 Rapidly renewable materials must have a harvest design and layout. These stations should be
cycle of 10 or fewer years. These include materials dedicated to the separation, collection, and storage
such as bamboo, rubber, or agrifiber products. of materials for recycling.

Materials Selection C-86 Recycling must cover at least paper, corrugated

cardboard, glass, plastics, and metals.
C-80 Crushed concrete aggregate (CCA) is permitted for
certain applications: C-87 All participants must avoid using hazardous
materials as they are detrimental to the natural
›› Use of coarse CCA in base and sub-base: up environment and are non-reusable. Participants
to 90 percent
must interface with site-wide waste network and
›› Use of fine CCA in pavement surface: up to 15 hazardous waste management during construction
percent and operation. Examples of potentially hazardous
›› Concrete production: up to 15 percent wastes include paints, solvents, oil, mercury-
containing lamps, electronic waste, and batteries.
Use of CCA must conform to BS 8500 or ACI 555R.
G-55 Collection containers for recyclable materials should
be installed either adjacent to or integrated into the
Polyvinyl Chloride design of other receptacles.
C-81 Where polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is required for
G-56 After the event, green waste (which requires
performance-based reasons, and if it can be
disposal) should be taken to the site composting
robustly demonstrated that no other more suitable
area to be recycled.
alternative substance or material exists, mitigating
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3.6.8 Emissions Outdoor Thermal Comfort

C-88 All refrigerants and insulation products must have C-94 To reduce the heat-island effect within the outdoor
an ozone depletion potential (ODP) of zero. public realm, the following solar reflectance index
(SRI) values must be achieved for external surfaces:
C-89 All insulation products must have a global warming
potential (GWP) of less than 5. ›› Hardscape: 30
C-90 Chlorofluorocarbon-based refrigerants must not be ›› Non-flat roof: 30
used in HVAC and refrigeration systems. ›› Flat roof: 80
G-57 Carbon emissions should be reduced by considering These elements can be assessed in aggregate.
the emissions generated during manufacturing or
processes as a result of the design, construction, C-95 For wall surfaces, light reflectance value must target
materials procurement, and operations. a minimum of 45 percent in aggregate.

3.6.9 Public Realm and Ecology Stormwater

G-58 Enhancing the natural systems and biodiversity G-64 Volume of stormwater runoff should be reduced by
throughout the site will be fundamental to promoting infiltration methods.
showcase the region’s landscapes. Participants
G-65 External areas should be designed to protect
should embed this concept within the landscape
receiving stream channels from excessive erosion.
design of their pavilions to promote the UAE’s
flora and fauna. G-66 Source control measures (such as grease traps)
must be implemented to improve the quality of any
C-91 All participants must consider the public realm in
stormwater discharge.
terms of outdoor thermal comfort, stormwater
management, and noise pollution. Public realm Noise Pollution
also includes consideration to indoor environment
G-67 Where relevant, any noise mitigation measures
quality elements such as ventilation and air quality.
should be implemented. These may include,
Ecological Enhancement but not limited to:

C-92 Planting within the plot must be selected for ›› Positioning the noise-tolerant sections of the
low water use and must be appropriate to pavilion (bathrooms, kitchens, and stairwells) to
the UAE climate. face the potential noise sources

G-59 Plants used in the pavilion should, where possible, be ›› Using landscape to reduce noise, and absorb sound
native to the UAE or adaptive to the local climatic and vibration during operations
condition which is generally dry, hot, and with
limited rainfall. 3.6.10 Indoor Environmental Quality
G-60 Where landscaping is proposed within the plot, five G-68 Pavilion design should aim to improve the indoor
different types of native or adaptive plant species environmental quality through design decisions
are recommended for incorporation in to the that passively improve the indoor environment.
landscape design. This includes air quality, access to daylight, pleasant
acoustic conditions, and thermal comfort. The
C-93 Plant selection must ensure that no pest or invasive aesthetic and indoor environment gives identity to
plants are included. particular locations, aligned with shading and energy
G-61 Use of pesticides within the landscaped areas reduction strategies for the pavilion as a whole.
should be minimised.
Ventilation
G-62 Seeds, plants, and landscaping furniture should be
procured from local suppliers, where possible. Local G-69 Adequate ventilation and exhaust is important
nurseries should be used if plants are required to to prevent build-up of odours, carbon dioxide,
be propagated and grown prior to being planted allergens, and toxins in indoor air. Vegetation should
at the site. be located along the plot boundary in line with
the predominant wind direction to filter the indoor
G-63 Participants should maintain healthy plants suitable
air. Separate exhaust should be provided to food
for transplantation at the end of the event.
preparation areas, toilets, and waste storage.
G-70 Participants should consider cross ventilation in the
design of their pavilions. Wind should not pass over
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Daylighting The UAE Green Growth Strategy

G-71 Light-coloured surfaces should be used to disperse The UAE Green Growth Strategy was launched in
daylight throughout the space. January 2012 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid
G-72 Glazing areas should be sized appropriately to Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE
balance daylighting requirements with reduced heat and Ruler of Dubai. This is a long-term initiative that aims to
gains. Glazing ratios between 20 to 35 percent are promote sustainability in the economy and the public and
likely to be appropriate. private sectors, to help the UAE become a global hub and a
successful model of the new economy.
Air Quality
G-73 The design of the HVAC system, if utilised, and UNEP’s Sustainable Public Procurement Programme
pavilion envelope should be considered to meet The UAE’s Green Economy push aligns with the
the requirements of ASHRAE Standard 55, Thermal United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP)
Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy. Sustainable Public Procurement Programme, of which the
G-74 Indoor planting should include species that improve Federal Ministry of Environment and Water is a member.
indoor air quality and can support the removal of The Sustainable Public Procurement Programme is a set
formaldehyde, benzene, carbon monoxide, and of activities to support the implementation of sustainable
xylene from the air. public procurement around the world under the mandate
of UNEP’s 10-year framework of programmes, with a vision
3.6.11 Sustainability Awareness of embedding environmental, economic, and social aspects
of sustainability into public procurement and associated
G-75 Educational signage or displays should be
supply chains.
incorporated within the pavilion highlighting the
sustainable features of the plot and pavilion design.
G-76 Smart technology should be integrated into Dubai Green Economy Partnership
the pavilion design to educate visitors about its Launched in May 2012 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan
sustainability features. Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince
of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, the
3.6.12 Responsibility and Compliance Dubai Green Economy Partnership (Dubai GEP) is inspired
It is the responsibility of each participant to follow and by the UAE Green Growth Strategy. Dubai GEP is a multi-
adhere to their specific sustainability controls and guides. stakeholder and cross-sector partnership to promote green
All participants will be required to provide a commitment growth in the Middle East and position Dubai as global
to sustainability and demonstrate how the sustainability gateway for green investment and trade that is leading the
controls and guides have been integrated into the exhibition worldwide transition to the new economy.
design, construction, and disassembly planning.
Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030
Sustainability Compliance Requirements and Drivers The Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030, outlined
Compliance with environmental laws and regulation will be by Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, sets an ambitious
required. Strategic alignment with the following national and target of a 30 percent reduction in energy consumption
sub-national initiatives will also be required, where applicable: by 2030. Renewable energy is tapped to satisfy 7 percent
of the city’s energy requirements by 2020, increasing to
›› UAE Vision 2021 15 percent by 2030.

›› UAE Green Growth Strategy

Green Building Regulations and Specifications
›› UNEP’s Sustainable Public Procurement Programme
in the Emirate of Dubai
›› Dubai Green Economy Partnership The Green Building Regulations and Specifications
›› 2030 Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy administered by the Dubai Municipality cover the standard
›› Green Building Regulations and Specifications in the elements of green building design, such as energy, water,
Emirate of Dubai healthy buildings, ecology, materials, and waste.

The UAE Vision 2021

The UAE Vision 2021 outlines the future challenges facing
the UAE and provides an overarching perspective on
mitigation over the coming years. The strategy focuses on
economic, social, and environmental factors.

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3.7 Decommissioning and Removal The controls and guides in this section focus on the general
arrangement of signage locations, placement, and sizing of
C-96 All participants must provide a strategy for elements. These will ensure consistency in signage, decrease
decommissioning and relocating the pavilion visual clutter, and contribute to the quality of the built
following the completion of the Expo 2020 Dubai environment at Expo 2020 Dubai. See Figure 3.15.
event. The site must be left in a similar condition
as received, with all structures (surface and C-99 Wayfinding must facilitate mobility for all, ensuring
subterranean) removed. that everyone on the site can move quickly and
C-97 A plan must be provided that indicates how the efficiently to their required destination using clearly
pavilion will be decommissioned in such a way that defined routes.
ensures the health and safety of workers and the G-81 Participants should provide signs that communicate
public, while minimising the environmental impacts information on what or who is situated in the
and risks associated with waste. pavilion or space.
C-98 Pavilions must be designed to redeploy, recycle,
or return back to the manufacturer 75 percent of
construction materials.
G-77 Participants are encouraged to use prefabricated,
factory assembled, or constructed components
which can be transported to and assembled
on the site.
G-78 Participants are encouraged to use locally sourced
materials that can be easily dismantled, reused,
recycled, or redeployed.
G-79 Participants should design pavilions using
components which can be easily and safely placed
or removed without compromising structural
integrity or requiring extensive assembling
and dismantling. The larger the size of pavilion
components, the easier the disassembly post
event. Modular pavilion design can also facilitate
the reuse of single units arranged in various
combinations in other context.
G-80 The average structural recovery index should be a
minimum of 60 percent.

3.8 Signage and Wayfinding

Wayfinding is not only about directional signs but also
about systems which communicate information to help
and educate people to understand their environment and
to know how to effectively move through it. Wayfinding
solutions can and should include architectural elements,
such as the angle of a wall, position of a door, direction of
a pattern applied to a wall or floor, lighting of corridors,
and reflection from shiny surfaces that provide directional
information.

The wayfinding design controls and guides have been

developed in line with current industry recognised best
Figure 3.15  Pavilion Identification Signage
practices. The following set of controls and guides will serve Facade Placement
to inform the integration of:

›› Wayfinding information
›› Statutory signage requirements
›› Special assistance areas and routes for persons with
reduced mobility

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C-100 Hazards, restricted access areas, and other 3.8.1 Safety and Emergency Signs
necessary details on the specific pavilion C-104 Emergency signage must be provided to all
must be provided. pavilions within the plot up to the public realm,
G-82 All signage should be highly integrated and aligned and must comply with local and national codes
with the area’s visual appearance in terms of and standards.
signage location, materiality, and graphic design. C-105 Safety and emergency signage must be simple,
C-101 Participants must be responsible for the wayfinding, clear, and concise. Only essential information must
informational signage, pavilion identification, and be included in the signage.
safety/emergency signage within their pavilion. C-106 Designated assembly points must be clearly
G-83 To ensure a clean and consistent streetscape, each signed to guide people during an emergency
pavilion should have only one identification sign. No situation. These areas must be coordinated
additional advertising signage is permitted. Pavilion with the Organiser.
identification signage should only be placed on the C-107 Safety and emergency signage must include the
primary entrance facade. If a pavilion is on a corner, use of illuminated signs, hand signals, acoustic
it may have the signage facing two directions. signals (such as fire alarms), spoken communication,
G-84 Pavilion identification signage should not be and the marking of pipework containing
oversized. Identification signage should occupy dangerous substances.
a maximum of 15 percent of the overall pavilion
facade. See Figure 3.16. 3.8.2 Accessibility Signage
G-85 Pavilion identification signage should not be C-108 All accessible facilities must be clearly signed.
placed on rooftops. However, this may have been Pavilion accessibility signage must include
considered a necessary control at the discretion the following:
of the Organiser. ›› Signage for sanitary facilities
G-86 Signage should be placed at a height below the ›› Signage for doorways serving as exits or entries
shading structure.
›› Signage for areas with hearing
C-102 Signage wayfinding must not obstruct service augmentation system
roads and footpaths, and must not overhang the
›› Signage directing to nearest accessible point of
plot boundary.
entry, where a (secondary) point of pedestrian
C-103 Internal signage must ensure legibility for users of all entry is not accessible
abilities and groups.
C-109 Pavilion signage and wayfinding must cater to
people with visual or hearing impairments. Audible
messaging or a similar system must be provided for
Varies Varies the visually impaired.

Pavilion Pavilion 3.8.3 Back-of-House Areas

G-87 All materials used for signs should be of a quality
Signage Signage
15% of total area which is durable for the exterior environment and for
the duration of the event.
Varies

Varies

C-110 Delivery entrances must have appropriate signage

Varies
Varies

for logistics and BoH services.

Figure 3.16  Permissible Signage Area for Pavilion

Identification Signage on Facade

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3.8.4 Type Sizing and Distance C-112 Figure 3.17 and Figure 3.18 show the distance at
which certain sizes of lettering can be read by a
C-111 Type and character sizing is expressed in both Cap
person with average eyesight. The data obtained
Height (CH) and X-Height (X). All sizes of typeface
here must be used by the participants to determine
must be expressed and applied in millimetres (mm).
the minimum letter size for any piece of wayfinding
environmental graphics.

CAP HEIGHT XXS XS S M L XL XXL

10mm 20mm 40mm 80-60mm 200-150mm 600-400mm 1400 -750mm

A A A A A A A
DISTANCE <2m 6-4m 10-6m 20-15m 35-23m 178-133m 625-500m
Figure 3.17  English Signage Sizing Legibility Criteria

CAP HEIGHT XXS XS S M L XL XXL

10mm 20mm 40mm 80-60mm 200-150mm 600-400mm 1400 -750mm

DISTANCE <2m 6-4m 10-6m 20-15m 35-23m 178-133m 625-500m

Figure 3.18  Arabic Signage Sizing Legibility Criteria

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C-113 Type sizes must be limited to a number of G-88 Scales of signage should address scales of space.
standard sizes, which will be named XXS, XS, S, M, These are related to the distance from which
L, XL, and XXL. By using such sizing categories, signs are viewed as well as to how important the
consistency will be maintained for sizing of type sign is within the total hierarchy of information.
based on importance. See Figure 3.19 and Figure 3.20.

XXL
Dubai Expo
CAP height (CH)

Expo 2020 Dubai 1,440-750 mm

Branding Zone
Identification
Baseline

XL
United Arab E
CAP height (CH)

600-400 mm
Main Building Identity
Pavilion Identity Baseline

L
Pavilion
CAP height (CH)

200-150 mm
Interior Identification
Baseline
Interior Branding

Exhibition
CAP height (CH)

M
Primary
80-60 mm

Baseline
Destinations

S Children’s Park
CAP height (CH)
40 mm
Baseline
Secondary
Destinations

XS Food court
CAP height (CH)
20 mm
Baseline
Services
Public Amenities

XXS
CAP height (CH)
Toilets 10 mm
Baseline
Directory Text

Figure 3.19  English Signage Sizing Legibility Criteria

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Arabic
CAP height (CH)

CH
x
Baseline

XXL
CAP height (CH)

Expo 2020 Dubai 1,440-750 mm

Branding Zone

x
Identification
Baseline

XL
CAP height (CH)

600-400 mm
Main Building Identity

x
Pavilion Identity Baseline

L
CAP height (CH)

200-150 mm

x
Interior Identification
Baseline
Interior Branding

CAP height (CH)

M
Primary
x
80-60 mm

Baseline
Destinations

S
CAP height (CH)
40 mm
x

Baseline
Secondary
Destinations

XS CAP height (CH)

20 mm
x

Baseline
Services
Public Amenities

XXS
CAP height (CH)
10 mm
x

Directory Text Baseline

Figure 3.20  Arabic Signage Sizing Legibility Criteria

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3.8.5 Arabic and English Text Placement

and Hierarchy
C-114 Arabic is the primary language in the hierarchy and
must be placed above English in all wayfinding and
signage placement. See Figure 3.21. English
C-115 Arabic is read from right to left, and as the primary Read L-R Read R-L
language, must be right justified on wayfinding and
signage placement.
C-116 The content and typeface for all signage must be English
authorised by the Organiser. Read R-L Read L-R

Figure 3.21  Arabic and English Language Hierarchy

and Signage Placement

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3.9 Relevant Standards, Codes, 11. California Air Resources Board ATCM

and Regulations http://www.arb.ca.gov/toxics/compwood/compwood.htm

12. Canadian VOC Concentration Limits for Architectural

3.9.1 Dubai, UAE, and International Building Coatings
Codes and Regulations http://www.ec.gc.ca/lcpe-cepa/eng/regulations/detailReg.
Safety is of upmost priority on the Expo 2020 Dubai site. cfm?intReg=117
To ensure safety for all, the entire site will be integrated via
a digital network to a central command centre. In line with 13. CARES
C-01 and C-02, please refer to the standards, codes, and
http://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/
regulations listed in the following section.
bes-6001-responsible-sourcing-of-construction-products/

3.9.2 Links to Standards, Codes, 14. Connection Guidelines for Distributed Renewable
and Regulations Resources Generation Connected to the Distribution
Network
National and international references in the Self-Build
Pavilions Guide: https://www.dewa.gov.ae/images/smartinitiatives/DRRG_
Connection_guidelines_final.pdf
1. 2030 Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy
15. Dubai Green Economy Partnership
http://www.dubaisce.gov.ae/images/EB_newsletter_
book_forewards_final_spreadss.pdf http://greeneconomy.ae/

2. AS/NZS 1859 16. Dubai Municipality Building Code Regulations and

Construction Specifications
https://infostore.saiglobal.com/store/PreviewDoc.
aspx?saleItemID=448701 https://www.dm.gov.ae/wps/portal/
businessinner?urile=wcm:path:/DMContentEnglish/
3. AS/NZS 2269 Home/Business/Planning+and+Construction/
Building+Publications1&mapping=businessinner
https://infostore.saiglobal.com/store/PreviewDoc.
aspx?saleItemID=453141
17. Dubai South
4. AS/NZS 4357:4 http://dubaisouth.ae/
https://shop.standards.govt.nz/
18. ECVM Industry Charter for the Production of VCM and PVC
catalog/4357.4%3A2005(AS%7CNZS)/view
http://www.pvcinfo.be/bestanden/S-PVC%20charter.pdf
5. ASHRAE 90.1
19. EN 717-1 (also known as DIN EN 717-1)
https://www.ashrae.org/resources--publications/
bookstore/standard-90-1 http://www.beuth.de/en/standard/din-en-717-1/72155632

6. ASHRAE Standard 55 20. EN 717-2 (also known as DIN EN 717-2)

https://www.ashrae.org/resources--publications/ http://www.beuth.de/en/standard/din-en-717-2/2473367
bookstore/standard-55
21. European Decopaint Directive (2004/42/EC)
7. ASTM D5116 http://ec.europa.eu/environment/air/pollutants/stationary/
http://www.astm.org/Standards/D5116.htm paints/paints_legis.htm

8. ASTM D6007 22. Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC)

http://www.astm.org/Standards/D6007.htm https://us.fsc.org/en-us

9. ASTM E1333 23. Green Building Regulations and Specifications in the

Emirate of Dubai
http://www.astm.org/Standards/E1333.htm
https://www.dewa.gov.ae/images/greenbuilding_eng.pdf
10. BS 8500 or ACI 555R
24. Hong Kong Air Pollution Control (VOC) Regulation
https://www.concrete.org/store/productdetail.
aspx?ItemID=55501&Format=DOWNLOAD http://www.epd.gov.hk/epd/sites/default/files/epd/english/
environmentinhk/air/prob_solutions/files/voc_reg_guide.
http://www.brmca.org.uk/documents/Concrete_ pdf
Apr%2014_Revision_of_BS_8500.pdf

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25. IECC 2009 39. WBCSD Cement Sustainability Initiative Responsible

http://publicecodes.cyberregs.com/icod/iecc/2009/ Sourcing Scheme
http://www.wbcsdcement.org/index.php/key-issues/
26. IES Guidelines sustainability-with-concrete/responsible-sourcing
www.ies.org
40. World Steel Association Climate Action Programme (CAP)
27. IS0 10580 https://www.worldsteel.org/steel-by-topic/climate-
https://www.iso.org/obp/ui/#iso:std:iso:10580:ed-1:v1:en change/members.html

28. ISO 16000 part 9, 10 and 11 (also known as EN 13419)

http://www.iso.org/iso/iso_catalogue/catalogue_tc/
catalogue_detail.htm?csnumber=38203

29. Japanese Agricultural Standard MAFF Notification No.701

LVL
http://www.maff.go.jp/e/jas/jas/index.html

30. JIS A 5905

http://www.webstore.jsa.or.jp/ebstore/Com/FlowControl.
sp?lang=en&bunsyoId=JIS+A+5905%3A2014&dantaiCd=
JIS&status=1&pageNo=0

31. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®)

http://www.usgbc.org/leed

32. Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification

(PEFC)
http://www.pefc.org/

33. South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1168

http://www.aqmd.gov/docs/default-source/rule-book/
reg-xi/rule-1168.pdf

34. Standards for Distributed Renewable Resources

Generators Connected to the Distribution Network
https://www.dewa.gov.ae/images/smartforms/DEWA_
Standards_for_Distributed_Renewable_Resources_
Generators.pdf

35. UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice

http://www.dcd.gov.ae/eng/images/pdf/uaefirecodeeng.
pdf

36. UAE Green Growth Strategy

http://www.moew.gov.ae/assets/e3bd136a/uae-state-
of-green-economy-report-2014.aspx

37. UAE Vision 2021

https://www.vision2021.ae/en

38. United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP)

Sustainable Public Procurement Programme
http://www.unep.org/10yfp/Programmes/
ProgrammeConsultationandCurrentStatus/
Sustainablepublicprocurement/tabid/106267/Default.
aspx

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4 Section
Sheets
title

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Section 4 | Plot Sheets

4 Plot Sheets The development plot sheets apply to all identified

plots to be developed for Expo 2020 Dubai®.
The intent of each individual plot sheet is to
provide a graphic representation and data
summary of the key development controls
within the plot boundary. Plot development
must conform with the relevant controls of the
relevant plot sheet.

Figure 4.1  Development Plots Plan

KEY
Site Boundary

Development Plots

The development plot plan in Figure 4.1 is indicative. Exhibition spaces and specific plots will be allocated upon approval
of the Theme Statement and signing of the Participation Contract. Refer to the Participant Guide for further details on
participation procedures.

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4.1 Expo 2020 Dubai - Small Plot Sheet Example

Plot Details Location Plan
Land Use Commercial
Building Typology Self-Build Pavilion (Small)
Plot Area (m2) 1,550 m2
Maximum Buildable Zone 1,085 m2
Indicative GFA (RICS) 2,713 m2
Indicative GFA (DM) 2,496 m2
Indicative FAR 1.8
Maximum Plot Coverage 70%
Assigned Building Height 12.5 m
Maximum Number of Floors 2.5
Number of Basement Levels -

Infrastructure Allocation
Demand (m3/day) 29
Average Sewage Flow (m /day) 3
26
Average Irrigation Demand (m3/day) 2 Building Massing
Total Connected Load (kW) 722
Average Gas Demand (m3/day) -

Design Notes
1. Refer to ’Self-Build Pavilions Guide’ for design guides and
controls.
2. All dimensions and coordinates are approximate until final
survey is carried out by the Organiser. All dimensions indicated
are in metres.
3. Heights are indicative only and subject to approval by the
regulating authority.
4. This plot sheet is in draft form and is subject to change.
5. Refer to the Infrastructure Fact Sheet, Drawing No.
1008-DWG-H030000-IF-200607 for the latest utility
demand sand connection points.
6. Plot Details and Infrastructure Allocation is based on Master Definitions
Plan Ref. 10002-DWG-H02000-MP-200003 dated Gross Floor Area: Equal to the gross internal area defined
04.24.2016 and maybe subject to minor changes. by the RICS Code of Measuring Practice 6th Edition.
7. Infrastructure allocation is based on DM GFA definition.
Gross Internal Area: Defined by the RICS Code of
8. Participants should abide by Dubai Municipality code and
Measuring Area Practice 6th Edition.
standards, including submission for building permits.

Floor Area Ratio (RICS): Defined by dividing the gross

Plot Coordinates Table internal area defined by the RICS Code of Measuring
Point East North Practice 6th Edition.
1 481659.23 2762253.78
Floor Area Ratio (DM): The ratio resulting from dividing the
2 481641.97 2762235.69
total built up area over the total plot area. Areas excluded
3 481597.11 2762278.48 from the calculation of the total built up area as per
4 481614.37 2762296.57 DM definition.

Plot Coverage: Extent of plot covered by the building(s) or

structure and this is expressed in terms of percentage. It is
the ratio of the building footprint area over the plot area.

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4.2 Expo 2020 Dubai - Medium Plot Sheet Example

Plot Details Location Plan
Land Use Commercial
Building Typology Self-Build Pavilion (Medium)
Plot Area (m2) 1,922 m2
Maximum Buildable Zone 1,346 m2
Indicative GFA (RICS) 3,364 m2
Indicative GFA (DM) 3,095 m2
Indicative FAR 1.8
Maximum Plot Coverage 70%
Assigned Building Height 12.5 m
Maximum Number of Floors 2.5
Number of Basement Levels -

Infrastructure Allocation
Demand (m3/day) 35
Average Sewage Flow (m /day) 3
32
Average Irrigation Demand (m3/day) 3 Building Massing
Total Connected Load (kW) 895
Average Gas Demand (m3/day) -

Design Notes
1. Refer to ’Self-Build Pavilions Guide’ for design guides and
controls.
2. All dimensions and coordinates are approximate until final
survey is carried out by the Organiser. All dimensions indicated
are in metres.
3. Heights are indicative only and subject to approval by the
regulating authority.
4. This plot sheet is in draft form and is subject to change.
5. Refer to the Infrastructure Fact Sheet, Drawing No.
1008-DWG-H030000-IF-200607 for the latest utility
demand sand connection points.
6. Plot Details and Infrastructure Allocation is based on Master Definitions
Plan Ref. 10002-DWG-H02000-MP-200003 dated Gross Floor Area: Equal to the gross internal area defined
04.24.2016 and maybe subject to minor changes. by the RICS Code of Measuring Practice 6th Edition.
7. Infrastructure allocation is based on DM GFA definition.
Gross Internal Area: Defined by the RICS Code of
8. Participants should abide by Dubai Municipality code and
Measuring Area Practice 6th Edition.
standards, including submission for building permits.

Floor Area Ratio (RICS): Defined by dividing the gross

Plot Coordinates Table internal area defined by the RICS Code of Measuring
Point East North Practice 6th Edition.
1 481530.57 2761996.77
Floor Area Ratio (DM): The ratio resulting from dividing the
2 481532.85 2761965.86
total built up area over the total plot area. Areas excluded
3 481471.02 2761961.29 from the calculation of the total built up area as per
4 481468.74 2761992.21 DM definition.

Plot Coverage: Extent of plot covered by the building(s) or

structure and this is expressed in terms of percentage. It is
the ratio of the building footprint area over the plot area.

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4.3 Expo 2020

EXPO Dubai
2020 - Large- Plot
DUBAI PLOT Sheet Example
: C.36 (draft)
PLOT DETAILS LOCATION PLANLocation Plan PLO
Plot Details
Land Use Commercial 630

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Building Typology Self Build Pav.- Large
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Plot Area M2 3,565 m2 950
145

Plot Area (m2) 3,565 m2

Maximum Buildable Zone 2,495 m2
1165

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Maximum Buildable Zone 2,495 m2

Indicative GFA (RICS) 6,238 m2 700

Indicative GFA (RICS) GFA (DM) 6,238 m2

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Indicative

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840

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1.8

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Indicative FAR
Maximum Plot Coverage 1.8 70%
Maximum Plot Coverage
Assigned Building Height 70% 12.5 m
Assigned Building Height
Number of Floors 12.5 m
Expo Rider Access

Maximum 2.5

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3+
Maximum Number
Numberof
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Basement Levels 2.5 -
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Infrastructure
Potable Water Allocation
str
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Emergency vehicles Access

Average
Demand (m3/day) 66
Demand (m3/day) 66
820

375

Average Sewage Flow 650

510

Average Sewage Flow (m3/day) 59 59

(m3/day)
Average Irrigation(m
Average Irrigation Demand Demand
3
/day) 5 Building Massing
BUILDING MASSING
(m3/day) 5
Total Connected Load (kW)
Total Connected Load (kw) 1,660 1,660
Average GasAverage
Demand (mDemand
Gas /day) (m3/day)
3
- -

Design Notes
DESIGN NOTES
1. Refer to ’Self-Build Pavilions Guide’ for design guides and
controls.1. Refer to 'Self-Build Pavilion Guidelines' for design guides
and controls.
2. All dimensions and coordinates
2. All dimensions are approximate
and coordinates until final
are approximate until
final survey
survey is carried out is
bycarried out by theAll
the Organiser. Organiser. All dimensions
dimensions indicated
indicated are in meters.
are in metres.
3. Heights are indicative only and subject to approval by the
3. Heights are regulating
indicativeauthority.
only and subject to approval by the
4. This
regulating plot sheet is in draft form and is subject to change.
authority.
5. Please refer to the Infrastructure Fact Sheet, Drawing No.
4. 1008-DWG-H030000-IF-200607
This plot sheet for theto
is in draft form and is subject latest utility
change.
demands and connection points.
5. Refer to6.the
PlotInfrastructure Fact Sheet,Allocation
Details and Infrastructure Drawing is No.
based on
Master Plan Ref. 10002-DWG-H02000-MP-200003
1008-DWG-H030000-IF-200607 for the latest utility dated
demand sand 04.24.2016 and may
connection be subject to minor changes.
points.
7. Infrastructure allocation is based on DM GFA definition.
6. 8. Participants
Plot Details should abide
and Infrastructure by DubaiisMunicipality
Allocation code and
based on Master Definitions
standards, including submission for building permits.
PLOT COORDINATES TABLE KEY
Plan Ref. 10002-DWG-H02000-MP-200003 dated Gross Floor Area: Equal to the gross internal area defined
04.24.2016 and maybe subject to minor changes. POINT
by EAST
the RICS Code of Measuring NORTH
Practice 6 th
Edition.
1 481183.87 2761530.90
7. Infrastructure allocation is based on DM GFA definition.
DEFINITIONS Gross
2 Internal Area:481162.26
Defined by the RICS Code of
2761479.12
8. Participants should abide by Dubai Municipality code and
Gross Floor Area Equal to the gross internal area defined by Measuring Area Practice 6th Edition.
standards, including submission for building permits. 3 481104.97 2761502.81
the RICS Code of Measuring Practice 6th
Edition. Floor
4 Area Ratio (RICS): Defined by dividing
481127.69 the gross
2761557.13
Gross Internal Defined by the RICS Code of Measuring
Area Plot Coordinates Table
Practice 6th Edition. internal area defined by the RICS Code of Measuring
Point Floor Area Ratio East
Defined by dividing the gross North
internal area Practice 6th Edition.
(RICS) defined by the RICS Code of Measuring
1 481183.87
Practice 6th Edition. 2761530.90
Floor Area Ratio (DM): The ratio resulting from dividing the
2 Floor Area Ratio 481162.26 2761479.12
The ratio resulting from dividing the total total built up area over the total plot area. Areas excluded
(DM) built up area over the total plot area. Areas
3 481104.97 2761502.81 from the calculation of the total built up area as per
excluded from the calculation of the total
4 built up area as per DM definition.
481127.69 2761557.13 DM definition.
Plot Coverage Extent of plot covered by the building(s) or
structure and this is expressed in terms of Plot Coverage: Extent of plot covered by the building(s) or
percentage. It is a ratio of the building
footprint area over the plot area. structure and this is expressed in terms of percentage. It is
the ratio of the building footprint area over the plot area.
Consultant Project Title
Master Plan Infrastructure
H02-URBAN PLANNING & PUBLIC REALM
CONSULTANT
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1.0Design
5 SectionSubmission,
title Review,
and Approvals

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5 Design The Organiser will facilitate the authorisation

Submission, of the submissions of the participants. The
submission process has been split into three
Review, and stages.
Approvals
Stage 1 Submission Stage 2 Submission Stage 3 Submission
Theme Statement Exhibition Proposal - Exhibition Proposal -
Concept Design Final Design

5.1 Stage 1 Submission: ›› Architectural concepts, including

plans, elevations, and sections,
Theme Statement provided at a scale of 1:100. Plans
should highlight elements such as
The Theme Statement submission floor space, height, open space,
should be a general proposal for the and layout of the exhibition space.
plot development. The submission The submission should also include
should illustrate the proposed renderings and sketches of how the
installations, events, thematic content, spaces will be developed and of the
and architectural expression of the planned aesthetic of the facade.
pavilion. For specific submission
requirements, refer to the Theme Guide. ›› Exhibition Design: A description of
the exhibition content should be
On authorisation of the coupled with the way the content
Stage 1 submission by the Organiser, will be represented. Participants
participants can proceed to should state how the content will
Stage 2 submission. be presented and how visitors will
make use of it, considering queue
If additional information is needed management to exhibitions.
for authorisation, the Organiser ›› Retail, Food, and Beverage: The
will provide technical guidance concept should describe the overall
and recommend modifications. thematic approach to the retail,
food, and beverage components
of the pavilions.
5.2 Stage 2 Submission: ›› Technology Plan: The plan should
Exhibition Proposal - highlight the interactive technological
applications that will be used to
Concept Design display content and enhance visitor
experience and operations.
The Stage 2 submission should expand
upon the approved Theme Statement, ›› Preliminary material specifications
and include the following documentation ›› Preliminary engineering proposals,
as a minimum: including structural, mechanical,
electrical, and plumbing
›› Statement of compliance with the
design guide. ›› Preliminary utility loads
›› Plot layout, including indoor and ›› Preliminary sustainability report
outdoor spaces, landscaping, and addressing the guides and controls
access, provided at a scale of 1:200 set out in the document
›› Preliminary schedule of works,
including design, tender, construction,
and deconstruction

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On authorisation of the Stage 2 submission by the Organiser, After approval of the final design, participants will continue
participants can proceed to Stage 3 submission. to engage with the Organiser to develop event and
operational plans that align with the Organiser’s event
If additional information is needed for authorisation, operation requirements.
the Organiser will provide technical guidance and
recommend modifications.
5.3.1 Submission Process Overview
and Instructions
5.3 Stage 3 Submission: Exhibition Submissions can be through a web-based Participant Portal
or in hard copy format. Details of the portal and the manual
Proposal - Final Design submission process will be shared separately.
The Final Design should expand on the approved Stage 2
Documents submitted through the portal must be in
submission. It should also be to a standard and level of detail
PDF format.
that allows all necessary building approvals and permits
to be issued by the Organiser and statutory approving Drawing files must be submitted in PDF format as well as in
authorities to allow construction to commence. The native formats as listed in Table 5.1.
following documentation must be included as a minimum:

›› Statement of compliance with the design guide and Submittal File Format Notes
the codes, laws, and regulations of Dubai, the UAE, and Specified file formats
international standards 3D BIM Models Native, IFC, NWD must be submitted from
›› Plot layout, including indoor and outdoor spaces, 3D models as a minimum.
landscaping, and access as well as details of visitor
PDF and DWG formats of
movement and queuing areas
each drawing deliverable
›› Floor plans, elevations, and sections, provided at a scale must be submitted for
of 1:100. These should expand upon the detail given at 2D Drawings Native, DWG records retention at each
the Concept Design, and provide a complete description stage gate of each phase.
of the exhibition space design, including all materials and This must include the
technologies used. associate drawing register.

›› Exhibition design: Participants should clearly state how the

Table 5.1  Approved Drawing Formats
content will be presented and demonstrate that it does
not impact upon the exhibition’s fire strategy or visitor
flow, and consider queue management.
›› Final material specifications 5.3.2 Approval Timescales
The timescale for approval of each submission is shown
›› Final engineering proposals, including structural, in Table 5.2.
mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
›› Final sustainability report Approval for First Approval for Each
Stage
›› Final schedule of works, including design, tender, Submission Resubmission
construction, and deconstruction Theme Statement 20 days 5 days

›› Final utility distribution and loads Exhibition Proposal

20 days 5 days
- Concept Design
›› Retail, food, and beverage: The plan should give a detailed
Exhibition Proposal
layout of kitchen, storage, and dining areas. 20 days 10 days
- Final Design
›› Accessibility report
Table 5.2  Timescale for Submission and Resubmission
›› Fire prevention strategy
›› Deconstruction plan
On authorisation of Stage 3 submission, a permit to
commence works will be provided to the participant country.
Once received, participants can commence works on their
plot within the site.

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Excerpts from Dubai Municipality
Food Code

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FOOD AND
BEVERAGE
SECTIONS WITHIN
PAVILIONS MUST
BE PLANNED
AND DESIGNED
IN COMPLIANCE
WITH DUBAI
MUNICIPALITY’S
FOOD CODE.

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Section title

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1 Introduction The evolution of the UAE’s local food and

beverage culture is a testament of the country’s
success in catering to its multinational resident
population. In Dubai alone, thousands of
restaurants cater to every palate, from traditional
Asian to classic European, and almost every
distinctive cuisine in-between. Dubai will leverage
its distinguished food and beverage appeal to
offer a world-class experience to the participants
and visitors of Expo 2020 Dubai®.

Visitors will be able to choose from Chapter II contains excerpts from the
a wide variety of quality food and ‘Food Code’ to provide some initial
beverage offerings that will be guidelines to the participants. The
distributed throughout the site. Some Food Code is provided by the Food
of these will be delivered through the Control Department of the Dubai
participants within the designated Municipality. All participants have an
area of their pavilions while others obligation to align with the Food Code.
will be carefully selected outlets.
This will include a full range of dining This chapter aims to provide a set of
options from quick service and minimum requirements related to the
snacks to fine dining and cuisines design and layout of retail food and
that reflect the multicultural offerings beverage sections within pavilions.
available in Dubai. A detailed guide on the food and
beverage requirements and policies
It is important to properly plan of Expo 2020 Dubai will be developed
the layout and design of food and and shared with the participants at the
beverage sections within the pavilions appropriate time.
that will be operated during the event.
The layout and design should allow This chapter should be read in
adequate maintenance and cleaning; conjunction with Chapter I, Section 3
prevent air borne contamination; and Controls and Guides.
provide adequate working space
for the hygienic performance of
all operations. Food and beverage
sections should be planned according
to the items that will be served. This will
allow for proper equipment selection,
spacing, determination of capacity, and
purchase specification.

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1.0General
2 SectionLayout
title and
Design Requirements

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2 General To ensure smooth workflow, the layout and

Layout and design should be appropriate for the activities
for which the premises will be used. The food
Design and beverage sections should also be sized to
Requirements meet the operational requirements and suit the
type of food and the number of people working
in the space.

2.1 Spatial Planning However, there are minimum space

requirements depending on the type of
A well-planned kitchen should allow catering.
efficient and effective movement
of staff, equipment, materials, and The following should be considered in
waste. It should also provide adequate planning the kitchen layout:
storage for raw food, kitchen utensils,
and tableware as well as adequate
›› Sufficient space in which to operate
space for food and beverage ›› Separation of raw and cooked food
preparation, awaiting service, and storage, preparation area, or display
checking in stock. ›› Protection of food from contamination
The amount of space to be allotted on ›› Route for soiled crockery not through
food and beverage premises should food handling areas
consider the following criteria: ›› Ready access for removal of waste
(from food handling area and the site)
›› Quantity of food to be prepared per
day (such as an estimated number
of meals or portions) 2.2 Workflow
›› Type of menu and process involved The layout and design of food and
in preparing the food beverage sections should allow smooth
›› Days and hours of operation and continuous workflow, from delivery
of raw materials to storage, through
›› Number of staff who work in the
to food and beverage preparation
kitchen per shift
and the serving. This will facilitate
›› Shape, size, and number of efficient operation supervision, better
equipment used for food productivity, and cost effectiveness. To
preparation and storage prevent the risk of cross contamination, a
›› Type of facilities available for staff simple linear workflow is recommended
(such as toilet, changing room, to segregate food as necessary.
lockers, and hand wash area)
The recommended commercial 2.2.1 Workflow
area per pavilion is 20 percent of Recommendations
the overall floor area of the pavilion.
To allow smooth movement in a Physical Separation
kitchen, minimum floor space to ›› Production or handling of high-risk
accommodate all storage and cooking finished products, such as cooked
facilities and free movement of staff foods, requires complete physical
is required. This minimum ratio is separation in terms of product,
indicative and may vary depending equipment, utensils, and tools.
on specific catering requirements.

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Structures Utensils and Kitchen Equipment

›› Preparation areas and tables must have smooth, ›› Utensils, containers, pans, and cooking and storage
impervious, and easy-to-clean surfaces. For display equipment must be made of non-toxic, non-absorbent,
purposes, plastic sheeting (minimum 100 gauge) must smooth, easily cleanable, durable, and corrosion-resistant
be securely fixed over wooden structures. materials.
›› A properly equipped first-aid kit and an adequate supply ›› Refrigerators and freezers must be of adequate size so
of food-safe disinfectants and cleaning agents must also as not to be overcrowded and to avoid disruption of
be provided and stored in a safe place. circulation of cold air.
›› Adequate equipment for operations to maintain the
Floors
required temperatures of food during transportation,
›› Floors must be constructed of smooth, durable material. storage, display, preparation, and service should
›› Floors that are water-flushed for cleaning, that receive be provided.
water or fluid waste discharge from equipment, or ›› Equipment must be easy-to-dismantle and accessible
where pressure spraying is used for equipment cleaning, for cleaning.
must be graded to drain and must have properly
installed trapped floor drains and floor drain covers.
›› Non-portable equipment that is placed on a table
or counter must be sealed to the table or counter, or
›› Duckboards and mats, if used, must be of non- elevated on legs.
absorbent, grease-resistant materials and can be
easily cleaned.
›› Floor-mounted equipment must be sealed to the floor, or
installed on a raised platform of smooth masonry (meeting
Walls the requirements of floor clearances), or elevated on legs
with at least 0.10 to 0.15 m clearance from floor.
›› Walls, non-supporting partitions, and wall coverings
in preparation areas, equipment washing facilities, ›› Sufficient space should be provided for easy cleaning of
and toilet rooms must be light-coloured, smooth, surrounding equipment.
non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. ›› Each refrigerator, freezer, or any other hot or cold holding
›› Wall-to-floor joints must be covered to device should have calibrated thermometer for monitoring
facilitate cleaning. interior temperature.
›› All people preparing food must have a thermometer to
Ceilings check food temperature.
›› Ceilings in preparation areas, equipment washing
facilities, and toilet rooms must be light-coloured, Food Contact Surfaces
smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable with no ›› Food contact surfaces should be made of non-
exposed rafters. absorbent, safe, smooth, easily cleanable, durable, and
corrosion-resistant materials, such as stainless steel,
Lighting hardwood, or plastic.
›› Premises must be supplied with sufficient natural or ›› Wooden counters or shelves are not allowed in food
artificial light to ensure safe and sanitary production preparation areas.
and to facilitate cleaning of premises. Unless otherwise
specified and referring to the design guide, the minimum Temperature and Humidity
lighting intensities must be:
›› Provisions should be made to ensure that the temperature
--110 lux in walk-in coolers, dry food storage areas, and in the kitchen is comfortable. The recommended
in all other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning temperature is less than 300C and humidity less
--220 lux in areas where fresh produce or packaged than 60 percent.
foods are sold or offered for consumption; areas used
for hand washing, ware washing, and equipment and Pest Control
utensil storage; and in toilet rooms ›› Buildings should be pest-proof.
--540 lux at the surface where a food handler is working ›› Tight fitting, self-closing door, closed windows, and
with unpackaged potentially hazardous food or with screening not less than 16-mesh to the inch shall be used.
food utensils and equipment, such as knives, slicers, Air curtains, plastic curtains, or a combination of both shall
grinders, or saws, where handler’s safety is a factor be used on the doors leading to outdoors.
›› Light must be shielded when over or within food storage,
preparation, service and display, and equipment cleaning
and storage areas.

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›› Electronic fly killers must be installed in suitable location, The area should have:
ideally between 2 to 2.5 m in height. The units must be
placed on the side of the doors and not directly facing the ›› An overhead covering and a hand wash sink
open door. This will prevent the light from attracting insects ›› Hygienic and washable floor
from outside the room and making the problem worse. In
addition, install the units away from sensitive areas and do
›› Sufficient supply of clean water
not place them directly above the food preparation area. ›› Adequate lighting (natural lighting may have to be
supplemented by artificial lighting)
Utility and Mop Room ›› Proper wastewater disposal
›› A utility sink with floor drain for cleaning mops and for ›› Separate preparation sinks for raw meat and poultry
disposing of liquid waste (such as mop water or liquid
products, raw fish, raw vegetables, and high-risk foods (such
waste) should be provided.
as cooked foods, salads, and other ready-to-eat foods)
›› A chemical storage cabinet with lock (of suitable size), ›› Adequate size of preparation table and sink (based on the
resistant shelving, and ventilation should be provided. quantity of food handled)

Laundry ›› Adequate storage facilities for 48 hours storage of dry and

cold stock
›› Storage area for dirty linen and uniforms, away from food
and clean equipment, should be provided.
2.3.2 Storage Facilities
›› Clean uniforms and linen must be stored in a clean area, Raw meat and fish should be stored separately from
protected from contamination. Cabinets can be made in high-risk foods using refrigerators and freezers (with
areas where open food is not handled. thermometers) to prevent cross contamination. The storage
space should be consistent with the quantity of food stored
Employee Facilities
to avoid overcrowding and disruption of air circulation.
›› Adequate, conveniently located, and easily accessible toilet
facilities should be provided For hot food, double boilers or hot holding boxes (with
›› Toilet should have self-closing door and an adjacent hand thermostats) should be used to maintain the food
washing sink facility. temperature to 600C. This facility should also be suitable to
hold the entire volume of hot food produced. On the other
›› A designated area or room for routine change of clothes hand, refrigerated displays inside and outside the kitchen
should be provided. should be used to keep cold food at 50C or less. Moreover,
›› Adequate and secure storage facilities for employees’ food and beverage sections that cook and chill foods should
personal belongings (lockers) should be provided. have adequate facilities to rapidly cool food.

First aid box and personal medications storage should

be provided.
Receiving Area
2.3.3 Other Facilities
›› An area should be allocated for receiving food. This area Dishwashing Area
should be equipped with hand sink, receiving scale, sorting An automatic or manual dishwashing area
table (for separating spoiled or contaminated food), should be provided.
containers for boxes and trash, and space for return items.

Dry Storage Area Pot and Pan Washing Area

›› The dry store should be of suitable size enough to store all The pot and pan washing area should have at least one
dry foods, food contact equipment, and unused packing 2-compartment sink of suitable size to handle the volume of
materials that come in direct contact with food. food and to submerge the largest pan and cutting boards.
An adequate landing area (table or portable shelving) should
also be provided for clean pots and pans.
2.3 Handling and Preparation Area
and Other Kitchen Facilities Hand Washing Area
Foot- or sensor-operated hand wash stations, equipped
2.3.1 Handling and Preparation Area with liquid soap dispenser, paper towel dispenser, and proper
The food and beverage handling and preparation area hand washing signage, should be provided in all work areas
should be at least 30 m away from any chemical and
restroom facilities and waste collection zones. The size
of the area should be based on the type of food and
processes involved.

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Ice Machine Administration

Ice machine, if used, should be located in a place free from To support inspections, an agent is required for the ‘on-hand’
contamination. It should have water filter with easy access storage of documents to support their routing inspections.
for cleaning, and stainless steel or plastic scoop with specific For further information, consult with the Food Control
storage area. Department of the Dubai Municipality.

Service Station
Service station of dining area should have tableware storage
facilities, water dispenser, and waste disposal bin.

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1.0Permit
3 Section
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title
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3 Permit and The Organiser will facilitate the submission of the

Licensing design and layout of the food preparation and
handling sites (master layout) to the Food Control
Requirements Department. In addition, the Organiser will also
ensure that relevant permissions are obtained
within the required timescales.

To obtain the necessary permit, the

following information will be required
from the participant:

›› Completion of the application form

for Temporary Food Events which
will include details on the following
points:
›› Layout and workflow
›› Number of people who will work
onsite
›› Number of people anticipated to be
served
›› What food is planned to serve (list of
foods)
›› Where the food will come from
›› How the food will be prepared and
transported
›› What precautions are taken to
prevent contamination
All participants are advised to consult
with the Dubai Municipality for
further updates on the necessary
documentation to obtain relevant
permits

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