About QR453m deals signed at BYH Exhibition 2022

Doha: Build Your House (BYH) Exhibition 2022 which concluded yesterday stimulated more trade than previous editions with about QR453m deals signed during the three-day event.

The pioneering expo drew around 10,300 visitors who were introduced to over 200 exhibitors and co-exhibitors.

More than 30 speakers from academic institutions, government entities, architectural associations, and leading industry businesses brought innovation, inspiration, and practical insight to participants of the Knowledge Sharing Conference and Smart and Future Living Conference.

BYH Exhibition also continued to nurture the development of local interior design talent, with the participation of 10 students in the annual Junior Designer Competition in collaboration with VCUarts Qatar.

The housebuilding exhibition has quickly established a reputation as the key event for consultants, contractors and suppliers in the design and contracting industry to present their latest products and services to Qatari nationals who seek to build and renovate houses that are fit for the future, while offering a platform that accelerates Qatar’s government work to support its citizens with the development of areas and lands.

Amit Sah EGM, Head of Retail Banking at Commercial Bank said: “Commercial Bank was proud of its participation as an official Bank Partner for the Build Your House Exhibition. As a Bank our focus is always on our customers, and we are always using creative and innovative services to deliver best banking solutions for them. We are always keen to participate in events that support the economy and help our customers. This exhibition provided visitors with information on how to transform their dream of a home, into a reality. Commercial Bank showcased its range of Mortgage Loans with the various financial solutions to help make this happen”. 

Mohammad Ali Al Mohannadi, Public Relations and Communication Manager at Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) said: “We are pleased with our participation in Build Your House as a sustainability partner, and with the success it achieved in terms of great attendance. It helped build bridges of cooperation between the participating parties and unfolding a new horizon for the Qatari community to see the latest methods used in the field of construction and the real estate industry. We look forward to participating in the 4th edition next year and providing all the support backing the success of the exhibition, offering the best services to our community”.

Rawad Sleem, Co-Founder and General Manager of NeXTfairs or Exhibitions and Conferences added: “I would like to like to thank all our sponsors and supporters, and speakers for their unwavering commitment and efforts to ensure that Build Your House Exhibition continues to be a crucial platform for networking, inspiration, and knowledge sharing. This year’s exhibition saw an estimated QR453m worth of deals made, which demonstrates that together we can create opportunities that stimulate the real estate and construction sector and become a catalyst for progress and development, while enhancing the quality of housing and living conditions for our society in line with Qatar National Vision 2030”.

Two international pavilions from Türkiye and Portugal showcased a wide range of construction and design exhibitors during the event.

Dr. Vitor Poças, President of Portuguese Association of Wood and Furniture Industries (AIMMP) said: “The presence of the Portuguese wood sector at the Build Your House 2022 is a remarkable step in the economic relations between those two important markets where there is a high demand for European furniture. There is a strong affinity for Portuguese wood and furniture Products in Qatar already, so we believe it´s so important to expand this presence. We’ve enjoyed an extensive participation with more than 20 remarkable Portuguese brands which demonstrates the relevance of the Qatari market”.

Pinar Yalçın, Türkel Fuarcılık AŞ said: “We participated with 10 Turkish companies, and we attach great importance to the Qatari market with which we have positive cooperation. Qatar is an attractive market to do business with its growing population, dynamic trade-based economy and low tax rates and tax exemptions. Bilateral trade between Qatar and Türkiye has the potential to grow even more, considering the positive relations of both countries. Focusing on the service sector as part of the FIFA World Cup preparations as Doha is expected to host millions of fans and tourists from all over the world in the best possible way, the construction industry has become quite active."