Client: Wasl
Location: Dubai – UAE
Services Provided: Master Planning, Architectural Design
Total Built-up Area: 22,982 m² (excluding parking); Parking Area: 5,182 m²
Construction Cost: N/A
Start Date: June 2017
Completion Date: July 2017
Challenge:
The Jumeirah Gate Project was conceived amidst the challenge of creating a modern architectural icon that was both innovative and aligned with the cultural significance of the UAE. The brief required the design to provide a sense of arrival while being functional, sustainable, and deeply connected to the region’s heritage. The challenge was to balance modernity with identity, ensuring that the development stood as a landmark without overshadowing the natural and urban environment.
Approach:
The design was inspired by the UAE's national bird, the falcon, symbolizing power, grace, and precision. The symmetrical façade, with its ‘wings’ and central entrance, creates an immediate sense of arrival, offering a dynamic, iconic representation of modernity fused with cultural symbolism. To embrace sustainability, the design incorporated modular apartment units, reducing construction costs while enhancing flexibility. The materials chosen for the project were not only durable and low-maintenance but also aligned with the principles of sustainable living, ensuring that the building would be as resilient as it is visually striking.
Impact:
The Jumeirah Gate Project stands as a beacon of innovative leadership in architectural design, harmonizing modern minimalism with regional cultural identity. It successfully reduces constructability costs while maintaining high standards of sustainability and design excellence. This project not only enhances the urban landscape of Dubai but also serves as a model of efficiency and aesthetic coherence, contributing to a more sustainable, resilient, and future-ready community. Through its elegant form and careful planning, the project underscores the importance of integrating sustainability with cutting-edge design to create a lasting impact.
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