Design & Build

Design & Build Services – Integrated Interior Delivery for Hospitality and High-End Residential Projects

At Art Decor, we specialize in full-scope Design & Build solutions tailored to the demands of high-end hospitality and branded residential developments in Saudi Arabia and across the GCC. With over 26 years of experience, we bring together interior design and fit-out execution through an agile, accountable process. Our lean structure, experienced teams, and real-time coordination allow us to deliver high-quality interior spaces with speed and confidence.

What is Design & Build? A Smarter Way to Deliver Interiors

Design & Build (D&B) is a streamlined turnkey interior contracting approach where Art Decor oversees the full journey, from concept design and drawings to site execution, joinery, and FF&E delivery. Clients benefit from fewer handovers and faster progress.

By managing the entire scope under one umbrella, we reduce friction, compress timelines, and ensure that what’s designed is also buildable and delivered as intended. In a market like Saudi Arabia, where delivery speed, clarity, and execution reliability are crucial, our integrated model reduces uncertainty and ensures every detail is considered from day one.

Where It Works Best

Our Design & Build services are ideal for:

Five-Star Hotels and Resorts
Branded Residences and Serviced Apartments
Premium Residential Complexes and High-Rise Developments

We align closely with hotel operators, consultants, and brand guidelines from the start, making sure mock-ups, drawings, approvals, and site progress happen in parallel. This reduces costly surprises and allows us to keep up with fast-moving project schedules.

Our Scope - From Sketch to Site Handover

We manage the entire process with a structured and proactive approach:

Concept Design & Mood Boards
3D Renders & Visualizations
Material Selection & Samples
Technical Drawings & Coordination
Full Interior Execution (Fit-Out, Custom Joinery, FF&E Installation)

From day one, our team collaborates internally and externally to align drawings, material choices, and sequencing, ensuring everything is feasible, aligned, and operator-ready.

What Makes Us Different

1. Regional Experience, GCC Focus

With projects delivered across the MENA region, including a strong track record in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, we understand the local pace, procurement logistics, site demands, and approval processes.

2. Practical, Brand-Aligned Design

Our interior designs are created with buildability and maintenance in mind. Whether a luxury hotel corridor, branded apartment, or wellness space, we design with a clear understanding of daily operations, guest expectations, and compliance requirements.

3. Fast-Track Execution Without Sacrificing Detail

We specialize in mobilizing quickly and delivering at speed. Our site teams handle ceiling works, wall finishes, custom joinery, and FF&E with a clear sequencing plan and tight quality control, ensuring all finishes match approved samples.

4. Coordination & Collaboration

Our project and design teams proactively coordinate with consultants, operators, and contractors to keep timelines on track. We adjust swiftly to shifting project needs without disrupting the full schedule.

5. Buildable Design, Thoughtfully Delivered

Because we build what we design, we incorporate details like accessibility, fire performance, durability, and acoustics early in the design phase. This leads to fewer revisions, better cost control, and reliable site delivery.

Material & Execution Control

We don’t just select finishes, we source directly from trusted manufacturers and suppliers across multiple countries. Often, we procure from origin countries to ensure quality consistency, factory reliability, and better material control.

Our team personally visits factories, manages long-term relationships with manufacturing partners, and understands their strengths, from pricing and capacity to shipping lead times. This makes us a reliable value engineering partner who knows where to save and where not to compromise. Because of our long-standing supplier network, we’re often able to provide alternatives that preserve design intent, reduce cost, and meet operator or brand requirements, especially in Saudi Arabia where material quality, lead times, and local standards vary widely.

On-site, our supervisors manage joinery and FF&E installation closely, ensuring tight alignment with ceiling and MEP progress. Every detail, from veneer grain direction to furniture alignment, is verified and completed per spec.

Why Clients Choose Art Decor for D&B

Focused on Hospitality & High-End Residential Fit-Out
Extensive Experience in Saudi Arabia and the GCC
Fast-Moving Site Teams with Strong Quality Assurance
Procurement From Trusted Factories in Origin Countries
Resourceful Value Engineering & Design Execution Expertise

Whether it’s hundreds of hotel rooms or a branded residence, our clients trust us to deliver detail-focused interiors that align with international standards, meet deadlines, and reflect brand quality.

Project ready?

If you're planning a hospitality or luxury residential project in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, Art Decor is ready to bring your vision to life, from design to delivery.

When should FF&E planning begin?

Ideally during the design development or mock-up stage — early alignment saves time and cost later.
Do you manage international sourcing and shipping?

Yes — we handle sourcing, production tracking, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery.
Can you work with our brand’s nominated suppliers?

Yes. We’re flexible — we can manage end-to-end or coordinate with your preferred vendors.
Do you cover both front-of-house and guest areas?

Yes — guest rooms, lobbies, lounges, corridors, and public spaces as needed.
Do you manage the full interior package?

We manage interior fit-out works from partitions to final finishes, including flooring, ceiling, and surface treatments. We also coordinate with joinery and FF&E suppliers to ensure seamless handover.
Do you start during early construction?

No — we typically begin after main construction, structure, and rough services are completed. Our focus is on delivering the interior package at the final execution stages.
What types of projects do you focus on?

We work exclusively on hotels, branded residences, and hospitality-driven developments.
Do you build joinery locally?

No. We source directly from specialized factories to ensure material quality and performance in high-stress environments.
Can you match premium finishes like walnut or teak?

Yes — we regularly work with high-spec woods like teak, walnut, ash, and oak. We advise on finish options based on durability and operator expectations.
What’s your process from design to delivery?

We coordinate early with consultants and designers to finalize specs, then manage production and site installation in phases aligned with the master construction schedule.
Do you install as well?

Yes — we handle full on-site installation, ensuring everything fits properly and is handed over cleanly.
Do you provide the design in-house?

Yes — we offer full space planning, detailing, and technical design. We also collaborate with external concept designers where needed and translate their vision into buildable documentation.
What’s the benefit of Design & Build over traditional delivery?

It reduces handover gaps between design and site work, shortens project timelines, and gives clients one accountable team from start to finish.
Can we bring you in mid-project?

Yes. We can step in at various stages — including redesign, value engineering, or to take over execution from fragmented scopes.
Do you handle operator compliance and sign-offs?

Absolutely. We work closely with hospitality operators to ensure all designs meet brand standards and back-of-house functionality.
Which countries do you operate in?

We serve projects across the MENA region, with an active footprint in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and select neighboring markets.