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Burj Dubai - Emaar Properties, Dubai
Dubai has unveiled plans for the world’s tallest building, the latest in the rush to aim for the altitude title. EMAAR Properties, the leading real-estate development company in the region, has released an artist’s impressions of the tower which is to be built at a location close to the prestigious Sheikh Zayed Road.
The tower, to be known as Burj Dubai (Dubai Tower in English) will create a whole new urban space in Dubai; a city that has become the region’s most dynamic cities and home to over a 100 nationalities. Dubai is currently investing billions of dollars in infrastructure in an attempt to secure its future as the commercial centre of the Gulf region. Burj Dubai will be a prestige project, designed to add lustre to the amazing pace of development in the state.
The company announced the appointment of Chicago-based Skidmore, Owings & Merrill as the architectural design consultants for this landmark development. Combining residential, commercial, hotel, entertainment and leisure outlets with open green spaces, water features, pedestrian boulevards, an old town and one of the world’s largest shopping malls, this project will create a new architectural landmark - a city within a city.
The tower’s base and geometry was influenced by the six petal desert flower of the region with the base of the Burj Dubai ’blossoming’ out to allows the tower a graceful transition from the ground.
The ‘Burj Dubai’ may have to reach 550 metres in height if it is to achieve its goal of being the world’s tallest building. Petronas Towers in Malaysia (452 meters) and the Chicago’s Sears Tower (442 meters) are currently the world’s highest man made towers. China too has joined in the race with its announcement of plans to build the Shanghai World Financial Center. This skyscraper is to stand some 492 meters and expected to be completed by 2007.
It is hoped that the development would spur overall growth in economic activity by feeding the upcoming mega projects such as the Dubai International Finance Centre and the existing Dubai Internet and Media Cities and the new Knowledge Village.
About Burj Dubai
The Burj Dubai will be the world's tallest tower and the centerpiece of the Gulf regions most prestigious urban development to date. This architectural phenomena will be a global tourist magnet that skyrockets Dubai into the global limelight.
Burj Dubai will radiate out in a series of ellipses from the sky breaking tower encompassing residential, commercial, hotel, entertainment, and the world largest shopping mall. The planned Old Town with its intimate streets and architectural detail will create special ambience with the mystery of yesterdays Arabia. Old Town will feature every kind of restaurant from five-star dining to outdoor cafes overlooking parks and waterways.
The Chicago-based Skidmore, Owings & Merrill architectural consultants have drawn their inspiration from the historical influences of the Gulf. The tower's base and geometry reflects the six petal desert flower of the Region. The base of the Burj Dubai blossoms to allow the tower a graceful transition from the ground. The design maximizes views and the dome shaped plan profile accentuates a series of steps up the vertical height of the building.
Petronas Towers in Malaysia (452 metres) and the Chicago's Sears Tower (442 meters) are currently the world's highest man made tower. Recently China and the New York World Trade Centre have announced plans to exceed these records. Burj Dubai's height is a closely guarded secret but it will beat all records and on a scale that will be a dramatic testament to Dubai's faith in the future. .
The Dubai Mall
Emaar will revolutionize mega-mall retailing with the nine million square foot Dubai Mall. Largest mall in the world, Dubai Mall will be the heroic counterpart to Burj Dubai – the world's tallest tower. Dubai Mall will be larger than 50 international soccer pitches and is expected to attract over 35 million visitors in the first year of operations.
Every imaginable store will greet shoppers from high end retail and boutiques to daily necessities. While the shopping will be without equal, restaurants and move theatres will make Dubai Mall an entertainment destination that has something for everyone.
The Residences
The Residences comprises 6 exclusive towers at the world's most prestigious address- the Burj Dubai. The Residences is an integrated development within the 20 acres of land embracing a spectacular man-made lake, the worlds tallest tower and worlds largest shopping center. Construction is already underway and the Residences will feature one, two and three bedroom luxury apartments.
The homes at the Residences feature two distinct design themes, elegantly expressed in sculpted woodwork and rich finishes. The interiors of the Andalucia style brings a modern interpretation of Arabic culture through Islamic patterns and details. The cool refinement of the Metropolitan style is also offered in sleek contemporary fittings and designs.
Those making the Residences their home will have immediate access to hotels, entertainment and shopping plus exceptional amenities – such as fitness centres, guest suites and exclusive resident concierge services. A haven of sophistication, on timeless elegance meets the towering symbol of a city's rise at Burj Dubai Residences.
For more information about Burj Dubai
Toll Free Number: 800-4990
Website: http://www.burjdubai.com
Website: http://www.thedubaimall.com/
Website: http://www.emaar.ae
