i've read the thread,
it has much of fun than real serious topic to solve an issue, but many posts were nice show sympathy with Rich,
even i'm new here but i believe that any employer considers the accomodation rates in Qatar, which should be aware of before coming to Qatar,
even some can safe from their accomodation allowence, through sharing either with others or renting with cheaper prices.
at the end Rich could to solve his problem, and have an isolated room :), and he won't be bothered by any, and this is the nice end of the story :)

A friend in need, is A friend indeed!