DesertBoard UAE, the regional pioneer in sustainability, has emerged as a standout winner at the esteemed Global iF Design Awards in Hamburg. Recognized for its innovation and commitment to eco-friendly solutions, DesertBoard secured four prestigious titles: Best Sustainable Building Material, Best Sustainable Building Panel, Best Sustainable Door Core, and Best Fire-Rated Sustainable Door.
The Global iF Design Awards, backed by the non-profit iF Design Foundation, celebrate groundbreaking designs that influence industries worldwide. This year, a jury of 131 design experts from 23 countries evaluated over 11,000 entries from 66 nations, selecting DesertBoard for its revolutionary approach to sustainability in construction materials.
DesertBoard’s award-winning innovation, Palm Strand Board (PSB®), is redefining the building industry by offering the region’s most sustainable alternative to traditional engineered wood-based panels. Developed using repurposed palm fronds, PSB® sets a new benchmark for environmentally responsible construction materials.
“Winning four awards at the Global iF Design Awards is a testament to the impact of our sustainable innovation,” said Kareem Farah, Director, DesertBoard UAE. “PSB® is not just a substitute for conventional engineered wood panels – it’s a game-changer in sustainable construction. These accolades reinforce our commitment to environmental responsibility while delivering high-performance materials to the industry.”
DesertBoard UAE is leading the charge in transforming 500,000 tonnes of annual palm bio-ecological residue mass into high-quality, durable building materials. By diverting bio-ecological residual mass, DesertBoard actively reduces methane emissions – a major contributor to climate change – while promoting a circular economy.
“We’re proud to be the first company from the GCC region in the history of the iF Awards to have won four awards in Building Technology & Construction Material categories,” added, Kamal Farah, Director, DesertBoard UAE.
The UAE’s green building sector is experiencing rapid expansion, with the GCC sustainable construction market projected to grow from USD 39.72 billion in 2025 to USD 66.82 billion by 2030. DesertBoard’s commitment to innovation aligns seamlessly with the region’s environmental goals, offering developers, architects, and contractors a high-performance, sustainable alternative to conventional materials.
With its multiple award wins, DesertBoard UAE continues to lead the industry in sustainable innovation, proving that environmental responsibility and superior performance can go hand in hand.
