Chapman Taylor's Olly Bradley-Barnard to speak at Construction Innovation Summit 2026 in Dubai
Chapman Taylor's Olly Bradley-Barnard to speak at Construction Innovation Summit 2026 in Dubai
Chapman Taylor Group Board Director Olly Bradley-Barnard will join industry leaders at the Construction Innovation Summit 2026, taking place on 29 October at Sofitel Dubai The Palm, to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of major construction projects.
Organised by Construction Business News Middle East (CBNME), the summit will bring together leading developers, contractors, consultants and architects to explore the key factors determining the success of major construction and infrastructure projects across the region.
Olly will participate in the panel discussion "The Impossible Is Now the Brief", examining the increasing ambition and complexity of contemporary construction projects and how the industry can respond through innovation, collaboration and creative problem-solving.
The discussion will explore how ambitious design visions can be translated into successful, deliverable projects, balancing architectural innovation with technical, commercial and operational considerations.
The summit will open with a keynote address from H.E. Eng. Mohammed Al Mansoori, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transport Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, followed by three panel discussions addressing the challenges and opportunities facing the construction sector.
With extensive international experience in architecture, masterplanning and mixed-use development, Chapman Taylor has played a significant role in shaping major projects across the Middle East. The practice combines design creativity with technical expertise and commercial understanding to deliver complex developments that respond to evolving market demands and the needs of communities.
Olly's participation reflects Chapman Taylor's continued engagement with the region's construction and development industry, contributing to discussions on how innovation, collaboration and forward-thinking design can help deliver the next generation of ambitious projects.
Event details
Event: Construction Innovation Summit 2026
Date: Thursday 29 October 2026
Venue: Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Dubai, UAE
Speaker: Olly Bradley-Barnard, Group Board Director, Chapman Taylor
Panel: The Impossible Is Now the Brief