Dubai Towers Dubai

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Dubai Towers Dubai
دبي تاورز دبي
Dubai Towers Dubai model.jpg
Rendering of the Complex
General information
StatusNever built
TypeMixed use
Coordinates25°11′37.30″N 55°21′46.68″E / 25.1936944°N 55.3629667°E / 25.1936944; 55.3629667Coordinates: 25°11′37.30″N 55°21′46.68″E / 25.1936944°N 55.3629667°E / 25.1936944; 55.3629667
Construction started21 June 2008[1]
Estimated completion2025
Opening2025
HeightTower 1: 550 m (1,800 ft)
Tower 2: 460 m (1,510 ft)
Tower 3: 410 m (1,350 ft)
Tower 4: 360 m (1,180 ft)
Technical details
Floor countTower 1: 97
Tower 2: 78
Tower 3: 74
Tower 4: 57
Design and construction
Architecttvsdesign
DeveloperSama Dubai

Dubai Towers Dubai was a proposed four tower complex in the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is now cancelled. The developer, Sama Dubai, intended this to form the centrepiece of The Lagoons, a megaproject located on Dubai Creek which was to consist of seven islands. The towers have between 57 and 94 stories[2] and although the heights are not known, it is believed the tallest would top 400 metres (1,310 ft) while two others would rise beyond 300 metres (980 ft)[citation needed] and the fourth tower will rise at 230 m (750 ft). was the Project Management company in charge of the project. Due to downturn in Dubai, the project was cancelled.[3] As the Complex were not built, The Tower was proposed, It will surpass Burj Khalifa upon its completion. Its construction began in 2016, estimated to be completed in 2025.

Design[]

Designed by tvsdesign, these towers were intended to create a dramatic new landmark for Dubai. Their design represents the movement of candlelight and according to Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates, this is supposed to symbolise hope, harmony, growth and opportunity.[4]

Construction status[]

The Dubai Towers Dubai, like the rest of The Lagoons, is currently on hold.

See also[]

References[]

  1. ^ http://dubaiholding.com/en/media-centre/news/2008/june/construction-of-spectacular-dubai-towers-dubai-commences-at-the-lagoons/[permanent dead link]
  2. ^ "Official Website". Retrieved 20 August 2007.
  3. ^ http://skyscraperpage.com/cities/?buildingID=57436
  4. ^ "Article from TVS". Archived from the original on 28 September 2007. Retrieved 2007-08-20.

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