DUBAI CRYSTAL

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES | JULY 2008

Landmark with urban qualities: The planning for "Dubai Crystal", together with Henn Architekten, is based on the fundamental idea of integrating the cultural identity and historic legacy of the city into the conceptual design of a modern, sustainable urban quarter.

"Dubai Crystal" presents itself as a living quarter with an urban quality and atmosphere. The mixed structure of living and working, cultural facilities and shops, apartments and research institutes, is reflected in the architecturally differentiated squares and urban spaces with their high-quality surroundings.

The individual building structures of the quarter are staggered according to height; staircase-shaped roof terraces near the coast give way to higher structural blocks. The striking high-rise building in Sheikh Zayed Road is a landmark of the district that can be seen from afar. The tower of the five-star hotel presents itself - as do all of the public buildings - with a reflective, crystal-like external facade.