Abrahamic Family House

A centre for interfaith dialogue and exchange

The Abrahamic Family House on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi was delivered under a design-and-build contract as part of the Cultural District. Designed by Sir David Adjaye of Adjaye Associates in London, the project was selected through an international architectural competition and serves as a place for interfaith dialogue, mutual understanding and cultural exchange.

The development comprises three separate houses of worship: a mosque, a synagogue and a church. Positioned on a shared podium, the buildings are complemented by a welcome centre, offices for the Human Fraternity Council, underground parking facilities and technical service areas.

While the three religious buildings share similar dimensions and are constructed as monolithic concrete structures, each has its own architectural identity through distinctive structural, façade and interior designs. The project combines a coherent overall concept with spaces tailored to the traditions and requirements of the respective faith communities. 

Scope of Work

• Design-and-build delivery of a building complex 
• Construction of a mosque, synagogue and church 
• Podium structure, underground parking and technical facilities 
• Structural, architectural and façade works 
• Building services and external infrastructure 
• Excavation of 12.000 m³ 
• Placement of 40.000 m³ of concrete and reinforced concrete