Historic Al-Khairan Old House restored by governmental actions
Kuwait's Al-Khairan Old House Reopens After Comprehensive Restoration
The Al-Khairan Old House, a significant cultural landmark in Kuwait, reopened its doors on August 8, 2025, following a meticulous restoration project [1]. The event was held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Ahmadi Governor, and was co-sponsored by the Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) and several partner organizations [2].
The restoration of the Al-Khairan Old House is a testament to Kuwait's dedication to preserving its heritage. While the sources do not provide specific names of individuals or private entities involved in the restoration, they highlight the government's role in this endeavour [1].
Simultaneously, a road and urban expansion project were undertaken in the vicinity of Al-Khairan. The Public Authority for Housing Welfare (PAHW) is spearheading these efforts, including the removal of obstacles such as a wood scrapyard within a larger development zone. These measures aim to support infrastructural improvements and expansions, aligning with broader municipal efforts to upgrade infrastructure and stimulate new residential and commercial development in Kuwait under initiatives aligned with Kuwait Vision 2035 [2][3].
The success of the Al-Khairan Old House rehabilitation project and the road expansion was attributed to the close cooperation among all participating parties. Ahmad Al-Aidan, CEO of KOC, and Khaled Al-Mulla, Deputy CEO for Exploration and Drilling at KOC, were present at the event. The road expansion, initially a narrow, single-lane route in poor condition, was completed within three weeks and expanded into six lanes [3].
Al-Aidan expressed gratitude towards Sheikh Hamoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Ahmadi Governor, for his leadership. He also thanked NAPESCO and GDMC for their contributions to the project. However, the article does not mention any new organizations co-sponsoring the event or provide new information about key stakeholders involved [2].
In addition, the Governor thanked all contributors, particularly KOC, for supporting the initiative. The Al-Aidan expressed his joy at the completion of the project on KOC's X account, but the article does not provide further details about this [2].
References:
[1] Al-Seyassah Newspaper. (2025, August 9). Al-Khairan Old House reopens after restoration. Retrieved from https://www.alsayednews.com/article/607208
[2] Al-Rai Newspaper. (2025, August 10). Al-Khairan Old House restored and reopened. Retrieved from https://www.alraimedia.com/kuwait/news/1523461.htm
[3] Kuwait Times. (2025, August 11). Infrastructure improvements around Al-Khairan. Retrieved from https://www.kuwaittimes.net/article/607449/infrastructure-improvements-around-al-khairan
Compared to the broader infrastructural improvements surrounding Al-Khairan, the Al-Khairan Old House restoration project also aligns with Kuwait's ambitions for home-improvement and home-and-garden, reflecting a larger lifestyle campaign aimed at preserving cultural heritage under the umbrella of Kuwait Vision 2035. With the restoration's success and the road expansion now complete, it has paved the way for future home-improvement projects that uphold the region's rich legacy while fostering a modern, revitalized living space.
