Kuwait, March 15, 2009- Abyaar Real Estate Development Company has announced its sponsorship of the Kuwait Architectural Student Association's (KASA) Sixth Annual Exhibition, which will be held at Corniche Club's hall on the Gulf Road, during the period 16 to 20 March. Abyaar will have a stand at the exhibition to showcase some of its projects, in line with its belief in the importance of supporting local talents and the future of their industry.

Commenting on this event, Khaled Salah Al-Sayer- Abyaar Corporate Communications Manager said: "We are proud of this sponsorship which we see as a channel for communication with the students. It is a step that comes in line with our firm belief in the need for providing necessary support to upgrade the performance of different local civil organizations. With respect to KASA, we render this support through encouraging the works of the students featuring professionalism and creativity. They are the future generation who will shoulder the responsibility for building and developing our country."

"This exhibition contributes to growing the architectural thinking of the students. It is a chance for a clear manifestation of the high standards of a generation of designers who will leave milestones in the Kuwaiti Architecture heritage", Al-Sayer added.

"Abyaar launched at the beginning of the scholar year "The Annual Abyaar Architecture Excellence Award" in cooperation with Kuwait Architecture Student Association (KASA). This award is aimed to convert the works of architectural students from paper designs to real life projects, and to initiate a platform for unlocking the talents of the future innovators in the field of architecture", Al-Sayer concluded.

Danah Mohammed Al-Hassan - President of the Kuwait Architectural Student Association said: "We are pleased with Abyaar's sponsorship of our annual exhibition for the second year in a row. This exhibition represents a cornerstone for building a generation of creative architects for companies and institutions concerned with the art of architecture. The exhibition will showcase the works of students from different sections, including architectural design, buildings and architecture technical sciences, and other sections.

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About Abyaar:
Founded in 2005, Abyaar Real Estate Development is a joint venture between Kuwait's Aayan Leasing and Investment Company and Al Rashdan Group.

Abyaar develops residential, commercial, retail and hospitality projects using accomplished external and interior architects to create an unparalleled boutique product.

Despite being in operation for just three years, Abyaar's portfolio already features an impressive collection of exclusive, freehold initiatives.

'Building Excellence' is the company's guiding principle.  Taking inspiration from the literal Arabic meaning of 'Abyaar'- meaning "the Sources" - the company's vision is to develop boutique, contemporary destinations differentiated through exceptional quality.

For more information, visit www.abyaar.com or please contact:
Khaled Al-Sayer
Corporate Communications Manager
Abyaar Real Estate development
Tel: +965 2996500
Fax: +965 2996501
Mobile: +965 9680222
Email: k.alsayer@abyaar.com

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