About us

About us

Dunbar and Boardman

Welcome to Dunbar and Boardman, a trusted name and a premier consultancy specializing in lifts, escalators, vertical transportation, and façade access solutions. With decades of expertise, we specialize in delivering innovative and practical solutions for lifts, elevators, escalators, vertical transportation and façade access systems across diverse sectors.

Our mission is to optimize the flow of people and goods while ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency in every project. Whether it’s a high-rise tower, commercial complex, or specialized facility, we provide tailored advice and support at every stage—from concept design and installation to maintenance and modernization.

At Dunbar and Boardman, we pride ourselves on staying at the forefront of industry advancements, ensuring our clients benefit from the latest technology and sustainable practices. Our team of seasoned experts collaborates closely with architects, developers, and building managers to create seamless vertical and access solutions that enhance user experience and add lasting value.

With a rich history of over 40 years, Dunbar and Boardman have amassed over four decades of experience in developing and delivering lift, escalator, vertical transportation and facade access solutions across all built environment sectors. Our dedicated teams of engineers are well-versed in handling the challenges of projects of all types and sizes, from large-scale and high-rise to single lifts, always delivering on our promises and ensuring the success of our projects.

Our Team

A short introduction to your team members and why their background should inspire potential clients’ confidence.

Our Advisory Team

Chris Meering

Senior Technical Advisor – Vertical Transportation Strategy

Hamish McGlashan, MSc CEng MIET

Senior Technical Advisor – Vertical Transportation Strategy

Legacy Advisors

At Dunbar & Boardman, our legacy is built on decades of innovation, engineering excellence, and industry leadership. As we continue to evolve as an independent consultancy under Ascendrix Holdings, we are proud to be supported by a group of highly respected former directors and senior vertical transportation consultants in advisory roles. Their ongoing engagement ensures that our technical integrity, design philosophy, and project delivery remain of the highest standard.

Our Vision:

At Dunbar and Boardman, we aspire to revolutionize vertical transportation and façade access solutions through innovation, expertise, and excellence. Our vision is to create seamless, sustainable, and safe environments that empower the built world to reach its full potential.

We are committed to delivering industry-leading designs, tailored consultancy, and cutting-edge technology that elevate the experience of movement within and around buildings. By fostering collaboration, embracing innovation, and prioritizing environmental responsibility, we aim to shape the future of vertical and façade access, enhancing the lives of those who interact with the spaces we serve.

Together, we rise to new heights.

Our Mission:

At Dunbar and Boardman, our mission is to provide innovative, reliable, and sustainable vertical transportation and façade access solutions that elevate the way people interact with buildings. We are committed to delivering excellence through tailored engineering, forward-thinking design, and unmatched expertise, ensuring safety, efficiency, and long-term value for our clients. By combining technical innovation with a customer-centric approach, we aim to shape the future of urban mobility and building access.

Reasonable Prices

We produce furniture to fulfill needs of all people and offer it at affordable and fair prices

Exclusive design

Mixture of imagination, experience and professionalism is the secret of our design!

Professional Team

We are proud of our amicable, professional and always developing team!

Dunbar and Boardman first established their presence in the Middle East in the late 1990s with iconic projects such as the Burj Al Arab and the Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Since then, we have collaborated on several landmark projects, including the National Bank of Kuwait Headquarters, the Bahrain World Trade Centre, Msheireb Heart of Doha, KAFD, Address Dubai Creek Harbour, Sowwah Square in Abu Dhabi, the Qatar Energy QP District in Doha, the Four Seasons in Bahrain, and the Lusail Plaza Towers, among others.

We provide expert services in vertical transportation and façade access, supported by a team of experienced project directors, senior consultants, project managers, and project engineers. With registered office in the UK, and branches in the UAE, and India, we effectively serve various sectors. Our focus is on integrating the latest lift technologies into innovative architectural designs, ensuring environmentally friendly and cost-effective solutions. We also create emergency evacuation and fire strategies for our clients’ peace of mind.

Dunbar and Boardman adheres to national and international standards. Our services, including Lift Audits and Maintenance Management Support, ensure reliable equipment performance and compliance with regulations. As a trusted name in vertical transportation, we have contributed to high-profile projects while maintaining our commitment to excellence and technological advancement. From our early beginnings, we have evolved into a leader in the industry, consistently delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients’ diverse needs.

When you partner with Dunbar and Boardman, you’re choosing a commitment to excellence, innovation, and trusted expertise. Let us elevate your projects to new heights.

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Ensuring a safe experience from design to installation

We’re following all protocols to ensure your safety and vaccination drives are underway to ensure our employees are ready to meet you safely.

Our Clients

Here's what our satisfied clients are saying...

These are the most beautiful cabinets!! So well made. The contractor installing them said they’re some of the best he’s ever seen. Everyone that sees them wants to know where I bought them.

joshua keith senior client

We carry Wellsford Cabinetry among several others for our kitchen design and remodel services. Wellsford has the best quality I have seen, with fair pricing and excellent, excellent customer service. They are my “go to” line.