Established by internationally renowned American design professionals with over 40 years of experience in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and the USA, AE7 is a global leader in destination development, healthcare, higher education, residential, corporate and commercial design, and planning. The Partners from AE7 have been working as a group for over 20 years. Now with offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Europe, Jordan, Egypt, KSA and the USA, the firm’s design practice is led by industry innovators committed to delivering the extraordinary.
At AE7, our goal is to listen to our clients and to comprehensively understand their needs so we can provide superior service, iterate to the best possible outcome, and deliver groundbreaking projects that are responsive to our clients’ vision on every level. We are passionate about the power of exceptional design: Our philosophy is to nurture a better future and environment, to improve life and to motivate the human spirit through thoughtful and inspired design.
With a multidisciplinary team of more than 600 people who collaborate in 16 offices across four continents, we bring together
a diverse set of international talent to provide full-service architecture and engineering design for some of the most prestigious projects in the world. Over the last 15 years alone, we have designed, managed and are currently supervising more than US$12 billion in construction projects. Our combined masterplans and developments cover more than 350 square kilometers in total land area. Our expertise covers nine market sectors: healthcare and wellness; development; science and technology; higher education; destination developments; commercial and corporate; hospitality; residential; and primary and secondary schools.
Our innovative designs continue to enrich and inspire, from sophisticated hospitals to skyscrapers exceeding 700 meters in height to the largest crystalline lagoon in the heart of one of the most premier luxury communities in the world. No matter what we undertake, all of our planning and design work stems from creative solutions, attentiveness to client needs, knowledgebased strategy, and a drive to make life better through inspiring and intuitive design. A holistic, interdisciplinary approach allows us to realize the most unique end-user experiences, offer the best commercial results to clients, and consistently create new benchmarks for excellence around the globe.
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BESPOKE RESIDENTIAL LIFESTYLE
The residential paradigm have shifted over the years from the simple habitation and shelter to a lifestyle destination. The influence of hospitality and leisure has provided immeasurable influence in how residents perceive their domicile surroundings.
Residential development amenities are not just a pool and a gym, but it is about holistic living where every component of your surrounding and common space is an extension of your living space. The ubiquitous and basic recreation rooms have given way to sophisticated convivial lounges and cafes that engages as well as nurtures community cohesion. Lifestyle creation is about engaged opportunities and activities that foster the body, mind and soul – the holistic approach to building a community.
Today’s amenities for residential developments not only provide the basics, but also looks at the complete demographic of the residents and crafts a fulfilling environment that is socially sustainable.
AE7 developed four important pillars as part of the Palette of Living to become the blueprint to create distinctive residential communities. The elements in the Palette of Living are lifestyle benefits and branded menu of offerings that provide bespoke and personalized experiences for residents.
Palette of Living:
• Essentials
• Convivial
• Leisure
• Convenience
ESSENTIALS
COMMUNITY SPACES:
• Pool
• Gym
• Common Rooms
• Parking
RESIDENTIAL UNITS:
• Six Fixture Master Bath
• Ensuite Bathrooms
• Open Plan
LEISURE
INDIVIDUAL STORAGE UNITS:
• Concierge Service
• Valet Parking
• Automated Parking
• Private Car Elevators
• Dedicated Private Elevators
RESIDENTIAL UNITS:
• Walk-in Closets
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Home Automation – Personal Device
Connectivity
CONVIVIAL
COMMUNITY SPACES:
• Community Café/Bar
• Community lounge
• Retail
• Roof Decks
• Nursery
• Daycare
• Doggy walks/parks
RESIDENTIAL UNITS:
• Bar/Counter in Kitchen
• Outdoor Dining Balcony
CONVENIENCE
COMMUNITY SPACES:
• Spa
• Private Screening Rooms
• Karaoke Rooms
• Library
• Game Rooms
• Multi denomination chapel
RESIDENTIAL UNITS:
• Separate Tub and Shower in Master Bath
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
District One Phase 1&2
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
Project Size
1,100 acres / 450 Ha
Services
Architecture
Economic Feasibility Studies
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Market Analysis
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
District One, of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, is located on the old camel track area in Nad Al Sheba, adjacent to the Meydan Grandstand and Diamond Business Park Area.
Contemplative gardens and sports and recreational areas invite a healthy lifestyle, surrounded by a pristine body of water, which is the essence of the development. Modern amenities and active areas contrast with private and quiet neighborhoods in a delicate balance, creating a unique community in a privileged central location within Dubai.
Contemporary Mansion
District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City
District One will offer the ultimate luxury lifestyle experience, with options from three different orientations of 7+ bedroom mansions suitable for each client’s personal taste. The properties are built and designed on the foundation of creating bespoke mansions that align with elements of a specific, sensitive architectural style.
The three-story contemporary style structures are constructed and designed to affect a sense of spaciousness. With clean lines and grand spaces, these homes celebrate architectural modernity and design innovation and offer a perfect fit for clients who enjoy hosting events and entertaining friends and family.
AWARDS
Identity Design Award | Residential Exterior
Identity Design Award | Residential Interior
Modern Arabic Mansion
District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City
The three-story Arabic style mansion is based on the concept and layout of a traditional Arabic courtyard home. The villa aims to retain traditional Arabic elements incorporated throughout the mansion. The foundation structure is based upon a nine-square grid, where residents and visitors will be greeted by a spacious Majlis in the entrance. Two guest rooms are positioned on the ground floor, and both include their own personal living quarters and pantries.
Following traditional Arabic values, the upper levels are remarkably private, containing the main bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom, and the more private living areas. The square-grid style of the home allows all the upper level sections to overlook the central Majlis, located on the ground floor. The basement level provides underground parking and includes a gym, a spa and a private home theater. Pantries are included on all three levels, making the home as convenient as it is sophisticated. Every design detail supports the home’s ultimate offering: an exceptional lifestyle.
Mediterranean Mansion
District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City
The three-story Mediterranean style mansion is built on the pillars of European elegance and luxury living. The villa is constructed in a compartmentalized style, where each room serves its own purpose and all functions are separated into formal and informal areas. The grandeur begins outdoors, with an evergreen path that leads to the mansion, with accents of fresh greenery cascading down the side of the home, and with refreshing open spaces around and within the property.
The basement level houses underground parking and also includes a gym, a sensational spa and a private home theater. There are two guest bedrooms on the ground floor, and each includes personal living quarters and pantries. Also on the ground floor are the main kitchen and ample living spaces to accommodate both formal and more intimate gatherings. The upper levels consist of the main bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom, as well as a media room. Pantries are included on all three levels to provide convenient living in this elegant home. Together, the design features combine to create a comfortable yet glamorous living experience.
Contemporary Villa
District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City
Traditional
Villa
District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City
District One Phase 3
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Phase 3, G+4
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Phase 3, G+6
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Phase 3, G+8 Curved
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Phase 3, G+8
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Phase 3, G+12&14
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Phase 3, G+16&18
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Phase 3, Contemporary Villas
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Phase 3, Mediterranean Villas
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
D1 Residences Tower G+22
at District One Phase 3, Dubai, UAE
Project Size
87,800 sq.ft / 8,150 sq.m
Building Height
G+22 floors
91 m.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Tenancies
104 units
225 parking spaces
District One’s beachside apartments are designed to take full advantage of the miraculous, man-made Crystal Lagoon. This G+22 Apartment tower positioned at the end point of the lagoon, offering uninterrupted full lagoon views. Ground floor porches open mere meters from the crystal-clear waterways and generous balconies are positioned to offer spectacular views of the water.
Each contemporary apartment features a sun-drenched open floor plan and large glass windows, making the spaces ideal for entertaining or relaxing at the beach from the comfort of one’s own home. The one-to-four bedroom apartments and penthouses all come with ensuite bathrooms and sleek, pristine interiors. Every building is designed to have both a first-class fitness room and a community/library space along with access to the neighborhood’s many gardens, bike paths, and sports clubs. Roof-top parks, pools, and playgrounds are built atop podiums that offer convenient on-site parking, while remaining out of sight. These luxurious apartment options provide the district’s thousands of new residents with access to a lifestyle designed like no other.
Serenova
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
84,500 sqft / 7,850 sqm
Services
Architecture
Design Research & Innovation
Engineering
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Sustainable Design
Serenova is located in one of Dubai’s fastest-growing residential and business districts, offering easy access to major highways like Al Ain Road, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, and Emirates Road. The development will include 222 meticulously designed apartments that emphasize open spaces, panoramic skyline views, and innovative layouts to create a perfect blend of privacy and comfort. Each apartment is crafted with the finest details, featuring floor-toceiling windows and three-meter-high ceilings that invite natural light, fostering an ambiance of spaciousness and tranquility.
Serenova also provides a carefully curated range of amenities focused on wellness, relaxation, and leisure. These include beautifully landscaped courtyards with lush outdoor gardens, pools, sunset terraces, and a rooftop gym and fitness center.
Laguna Residence
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
148,000 sqft / 13,750 sqm
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Pre-development Studies
Sustainable Design
Height
200m
G+5P+45
Laguna Residence stands as the region’s first residential fully AI integrated development, showcasing the UAE’s largest lagoon atop a podium, framed by two iconic 45-story towers. This exclusive retreat offers unparalleled views of the Dubai skyline, with each residence designed to capture sweeping panoramas of the lagoon, cityscape, and lush green surroundings for a truly immersive living experience. Conveniently located near major highways, Laguna Residence provides seamless access to Dubai’s business, entertainment, and shopping destinations.
This unique community offers a variety of residences, including studios, one to three-bedroom apartments, duplexes, and sky homes. The twin towers are connected by a lively amenities’ hub featuring over 40 world-class facilities, including entertainment, wellness, and social spaces, fostering a dynamic and connected lifestyle where the sky is the only limit.
Gewan Island Beach Villas
Doha, Qatar
Project Size
219,000 sq.ft / 20,350 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Corinthia Gewan Villas project is a part of the Corinthia Gewan Island Hotel project which is a 5-Star hospitality development project in Gewan Island, Qatar. Gewan Island is a mixed-use entertainment and residential island designed as an extension of The Pearl-Qatar. The Pearl-Qatar is a development designed to achieve high standards in architectural unity with a quality environment. It is envisioned that the project will become a unique landmark in The Pearl-Qatar Island and the ultimate benchmark of the high-end real-estate/ hospitality development with-in the city.
18 luxurious villas are proposed along the beach of the Gewan Island. The Villas are designed to meet impeccable standard of residential/ hospitality worldwide. Each plot is approximately 1,110 m2 in area with 1,182 m2 BUA. It consists of 1 basement, Ground plus 2 levels. The villa design is a typical design layout with 3 completely different contemporary style of facades giving the development an interesting and varying architecture.
The aim of this initial stage is to describe the overall vision and planning framework for the project that meets the objectives of the Client, Operator requirements and is considerate of the opportunities and constraints presented by the site and surrounding areas. This design will form the basis of further development, coordination and engineering of the development and the associated public realm spaces.
Gewan Island Beach Villas - Style 1
Gewan Island Beach Villas - Style 2
Gewan Island Beach Villas - Style 3
Project Size
1.5 million sq.ft / 139,700 sq.m
Building Height
32 floors
135 m.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Al Fattan Downtown Towers
Dubai, UAE
The desire for effortless living and location-centric homes provided the catalyst for a sanctuary in the heart of a teeming city. Al Fattan Downtown is a mixed-use development project in Al Wasl, Dubai, to be finished in 2018. Each of the three towers contain residential accommodations and retail space. Tower one houses a mix of two- and three-bedroom apartments, totaling 130 units. Tower two of this three tower construct contains two bedroom apartments and a retail section. Residential tower number three has a total of 145 two- and three-bedroom units, plus residential amenities, such as a gym and health club.
This distinctive residential community is an exclusive urban address for seclusion and relaxation. Three simple glass volumes, encased with an elegant exterior structural expression, are the antithesis to the visual cacophony that defines the neighborhood architecture. Stalwart vertical fins circumscribe the exterior façade and shelter the glass from the sun, whilst providing visual privacy for the units. The podium that defines the site offers far more than convenient parking; it also creates an elevated enclave of respite for the residents with a garden, pool and other community amenities. The balcony concerto along the corners are staccato inflections, creating moments of whimsy and awe to the architectural opus. The Al Fattan Downtown Tower’s underlying theme of elegance is continued with a minimalist color scheme and material palette, complementing true urban seclusion.
Al Fattan Sky Towers
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
838,000 sq.ft / 77,800 sq.m
Building Height
21 floors
85 m.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
In the digital age of 1’s and 0’s, where information is binary, our built environment sheds the established vernacular with a paradigm shift. The shift provides unique lifestyle opportunities and a new envelope vocabulary that sheaths our structures. The matrix configuration of the Al Fattan Sky Towers’ façade is the manifestation of our information era, a formal undulation of cubic protrusions like a visual symphony of digital musical notes. These cubic crystalline projections modulate the façade to enhance views and room configurations. Located in Umm Ramool near the mega travel hub that is the Dubai International Airport, the Al Fattan Sky Towers dominate the Al Garhoud skyline with a distinctive twin form, glistening like a jewel.
Easy access to the airport and the business district of the city is one of the many benefits this project will provide. The unique façade and angled alignment of the two towers offer views of the city and create a variety of apartment types, from one- to three-bedroom units, to meet market demands. The tower has 256 residential units with a podium-level swimming pool and many other community amenities.
FURNITURE PLAN
FURNITURE PLAN
Bedroom Apartment
2 Bedroom Apartment Layout
3 Bedroom Apartment Corner Layout
Safa One Tower
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
87,800 sq.ft / 8,150 sq.m
Building Height
G+61 floors
267 m.
Services
Architecture
Project Management
Site Supervision
Tenancies
499 one to five-bedrooms
564 parking spaces
Safa One tower is in a prime location in Al Wasl, overlooking Safa Park with direct access from Sheikh Zayed Road and is part of the prestigious Dubai Water Canal development. The client’s desire is to develop a residential tower with other associated amenities to create a vibrant community that is commensurate with the prominent anchor location of the site.
AE7 is the Master Planner of the Dubai Water Canal project and developed all the plots and the Development Control Guidelines for the project. In addition to this AE7 is designing for the buildings currently under construction between Al Wasl and Sheikh Zayed Road.
The design intention is to optimize the prime views towards the canal and park, and to create a distinctive and efficient design that will be an iconic addition to the development. Architectural concept was completed by the client that will serve as the foundation for further design work and the delivery of the services of the project.
Project Size
519,400 sq.ft / 48,250 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Tenancies
134 Units / 2,3 and 4
Bedroom villas and townhouses
Danah Bay Villas & Townhouses
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Located in an idyllic setting of a Danah Bay mixed-use development on Al Marjan Island, Dana Bay Villas and Townhouses cater to multiple demographics. Luxurious four-bedroom villas stretch along the island’s beautiful beaches proving their residents with waterfront access and unobstructed sea views. Three-bedroom villas and two-bedroom townhouses are placed directly behind. They too offer opportunities for sea gazing via luxurious roof terraces.
The master plan for this residential community considers the importance of privacy for neighboring plots and arranges rows of inland villas with linear open spaces. Townhouses are grouped into clusters of four and two units, breaking the monotony and allowing extra space between the dwellings. All the homes are modern, yet feature hints of Greek whitewashed architecture and boat’s wooden decks to create a stunning architectural experience.
Project Size
126,000 sq.ft / 11,700 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Tenancies
100 Units
Danah Bay Residential Tower
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
The residential tower at Al Marjan Island prioritize sea views and luxurious-feeling experiences for their residences. The tower is oriented to allow residents to enjoy the vistas of the sea. On the ground, two luxurious motor courts greet residents and visitors with water features, open spaces, and valet service. Tall ceilings on the ground floor accentuate the feeling of openness and opulence. The towers share a podium and offer multiple amenities such as pools, a gym, a spa, children’s play areas, and a multi-purpose hall. The tower create a small community for those who want to enjoy beach life with beautiful views, entertainment, and comfort.
Cavalli Casa Tower
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
163,600 sqft / 15,200 sqm
Building Height
G+71 floors
291 m.
Services
Architecture
Project Management
Site Supervision
Tenancies
440 one to five-bedrooms
640 parking spaces
Cavalli Casa Tower is a super high-rise residential tower characterized by its grandeur and comprehensive facilities. Comprising 440 residential units, along with spaces dedicated to Food & Beverage, Retail outlets, a Spa, Gymnasium, and a Multipurpose Hall, it stands as a testament to modern urban living.
A diverse range of residential unit types and sizes cater to varying preferences and requirements. These accommodations span from modest economy apartments and studios to luxurious, spacious penthouses, ensuring that occupants of all backgrounds and lifestyles find a suitable abode.
Cavalli Casa is design to accommodate different types of amenities, like public swimming pools, courts, and a dedicated children’s playground, serving to enhance the quality of life for its residents while fostering a sense of community within the tower.
Project Size
65,530 sqft / 6,100 sqm
Building Height
G+49 floors
220 m.
Services
Architecture
Project Management
Site Supervision
Tenancies
643 one to five-bedrooms
826 parking spaces
Damac Bay 2 Tower
Dubai, UAE
Damac Bay 2 Tower located in a prime area in Palm Jumeirah, overlooking Dubai Harbour with direct seafront district. Damac’s vision is to develop a seaside luxury residential concept at Dubai Harbour with access to world class amenities and unique services, to create a vibrant community.
This 49-storey Cavalli-inspired sanctuary is an architectural masterpiece of splendour, opulence and beauty, where you can experience one-of-a-kind amenities such as floating relaxation pods, beauty and body treatments in glamping tents, and aqua treatments like hydrotherapy and hot tub boats.
Project Size
80,350 sqft / 7,465 sqm
Building Height
G+43 floors
193 m.
Services
Architecture
Project Management
Site Supervision
Tenancies
379 one to five-bedrooms
485 parking spaces
Damac Casa Tower
Dubai, UAE
Damac Casa Tower located in a prime area of Al Sofouh second in Dubai, granting breath taking vistas of the iconic Palm Jumeirah. the client’s desire is to develop a luxurious residential tower with other associated amenities to create a vibrant community that is commensurate with the prominent anchor location of the site.
Project Size
38,750 sq.ft / 3,600 sq.m
Building Height
48 floors
200 m.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Pre-Development Studies
Sustainable Design
Vision
C5 Tower
Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Reem Island District is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi main land and minutes away from the central activities of Abu Dhabi within a well mastered planned district.
The site is located on the southern eastern side of Reem Island. It is in close proximity to the high rise residential buildings on Reem Island. The area continues to see major expansion in the form of residential and commercial towers and with the start of construction for the mall and many significant residential buildings.
The C5 project is situated on a 3600 sqm site located on the southern east corner of Reem Island. The project is a residential tower, contains 3 basements, Ground floor, 2 podium floors, tower of 46 floors including 1 MEP floor. In addition, amenities area on the podium roof contains swimming pool, shaded children swimming pool, play area, gymnasium and multipurpose space.
Project Size
203,000 sqft / 18,860 sqm
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Pre-Development Studies
West General Robinson Apartments
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
The West General Robinson Apartments is a multifamily lifestyle destination for sports enthusiasts and those who enjoy living in the bustle of the lively city neighborhood.
The West General Robinson Apartments is a multifamily lifestyle destination for sports enthusiasts and those who enjoy living in the bustle of the lively city neighborhood. Located across from one of the most beautiful baseball stadiums in the US, PNC Park, the complex immerses the residents in the experience that Pittsburgh’s North Shore has to offer. The development is closely connected to the sports culture, local restaurants, and beautifully developed riverfront. The signature rooftop pool and amenity terrace overlook PNC Park (MBL), Acrisure Stadium (NFL), and the Pittsburgh city skyline. The mix consists of a variety of luxury apartments with 8 penthouse residences offering generous and thoughtful floor plans, the latest technologies, and lots of natural light. The materials respond to the masonry and warehouse aesthetic of the North Shore and create a dialog with the materiality of the neighboring ballpark.
The development features ground-level retail with an exterior spill-out space, parking spaces, and bike storage catering to multiple lifestyles and allowing residents to truly customize their living experience.
Garden Theater Apartments
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Project Size
79,000 sqft / 7,300 sqm
Services Architecture
Pre-Development Studies
This historic theater in Pittsburgh’s North Side is reimagined as an accessible multi-family residence that pays homage to the building’s legacy while providing all the amenities of modern living.
After studying the needs of Pittsburgh’s North Side, our team designed a plan to restore a local landmark, the abandoned Garden Theater, by reimagining it as multifamily housing units, which reflect the historic character of its surroundings. To authentically blend in with its immediate neighbors, our plan segmented the building into three facades, each of which reflects the materials, scale, and colors of the area while providing a bit of contemporary flavor. The appearance of columns and double height windows creates a bespoke look, while brick and copper bring timelessness and richness to the construction materials, giving a nod to the future without being overly contemporary. The upper floors are mixed-income residences with an affordable component, while the ground floor is reserved for retail aimed to serve the nextdoor hospital and the nearby tourist attractions. To keep the original building’s legacy entact, the Garden Theater’s marquee is one of several original signs to be rehabbed and returned to the building—its fully-lit flare marking the entrance for a proudly restored neighborhood icon. Our concept renews a building with deep historic roots in the community, simultaneously respecting the past and keeping an eye on the need to adapt for the future.
BUILDING
MIXED USE BUILDING PROJECTS
Project Size
1 million sq.ft / 94,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
FIVE Luxe Hotel & Branded Apartments
Dubai, UAE
Poised above pristine white sands and mere steps from Dubai’s urban center, FIVE Luxe is a landmark of sophistication and tranquility. Visitors experience an instant sense of serenity and delight upon leaving the city streets to enter the hotel’s vaulted lobby. The 55-story building features an expansive array of amenities, including themed suites, ballroom and conference facilities, a spa, a nightclub, and a wide range of restaurants. Guest accommodations are lightfilled, spacious sanctuaries inspired by the beauty of the beach; each boasts an inviting outdoor space and a panoramic view of the shoreline. On the hotel’s beach side, visitors enjoy a series of terraced, palm-lined pools cascading down to the sparkling shore. Behind the scenes, Five Luxe Hotel meets high sustainability standards with grey-water treatment and solar waterheating facilities, efficient U-value glazing, and daylight sensors. This state-of-the-art hotel is an instant landmark and an urban oasis.
Sensoria at FIVE Luxe
Dubai, UAE
Burj Azizi
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
1.9 million sq.ft / 177,000 sq.m
Building Height 131+ floors
725 m.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Burj Azizi in Dubai, is set to be the World’s Second-Tallest Tower at 725m. (131+ floors)
Following the client’s aspiration to develop an internationally recognized landmark and a symbol for Dubai in the new millennium, the tower will redefine the city’s skyline, boasting 131+ levels of a vertical mall, luxury residences and penthouses, a prestigious 7-star hotel, a one-ofits-kind observation deck, as well as numerous high-end F&B options, among other features and amenities, the tower aims to cultivate a unique vertical community within Dubai.
The project is located on two prime parcels along Sheikh Zayed Road between the 51-story Radisson Royal Hotel and the 56-story Park Place Towers. Burj Azizi represents not just an iconic addition to Dubai but a record-breaking milestone on multiple fronts, contributing to the future of global architecture.
Project Size
653,400 sq.ft / 60,700 sq.m
Services
Feasibility Study
Conceptual Design
Architecture
Benchmarking & Precedence Analysis
Due Diligence Study
Interior Design
Master Planning
Site Analysis / Selection
Parking Planning
Landscape Architecture
Programming
Renderings
Space Planning
Ohio Riverfront Development
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
This mixed-use project is situated on the Ohio River north of Pittsburgh’s West End Bridge and west of the historic Manchester neighborhood in the city’s North Side. The development includes residential units, retail and restaurants, a boutique cinema experience, a performance theatre and an office tower all oriented around a thirty-one story, five-star luxury hotel tower.
The objective of the project is to create a transit-oriented development with a focus on connections to the river for residents and the public. View corridors and terracing buildings draw people through the project and down to the river to enjoy several water-oriented amenities such as a Crystal Lagoon urban beach, a full marina, a performance pier, the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and a Ferris wheel perched over the river with dramatic views to The Point. Sustainability is an important issue to this development and many green strategies are incorporated into the design, such as bio-filtration water features, storm water reuse, parks and open spaces, green roofs and daylighting. This development will be a “first-day” visitor attraction with all-encompassing amenities unmatched in the region.
Ninth & Penn Development
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
This mixed-use project is a public-private partnership (P3) centered around the redevelopment of a multi-story parking structure in downtown Pittsburgh. Following the demolition of the existing garage, a new, highly efficient seven-level parking garage with a total of 935 parking spaces will be constructed.
The development’s vision is to create a mixed-use destination that celebrates the spirit of the surrounding Cultural District. The redevelopment plan is designed to enhance the district by creating a series of experience drivers. Those include the Cultural District, restaurants and nightlife, health and wellness, terrace lifestyle, sustainable transportation, and urban living.
The design crafts a residential development that balances experience-based design, sustainable development and programming requirements. The proposed plan also adds a range of active uses to the parking program to complement the life and energy of the Cultural District. The residential towers and lofts will add 275 new residences to the district in Phases 1 - 3, along with restaurants, cafes, retail stores, a boutique market, and possible cultural venues.
Project Size
865,000 sq.ft / 80,360 sq.m
Services
Feasibility Study
Architecture
Sustainable Design
Interior Design
Master Planning
Branding
Parking Planning
Landscape Architecture
Programming
Space Planning
Bloom Riverfront Towers
Rochester, MN, USA
Project Size
1,000,000 sq.ft / 93,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Market Analysis
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
The Bloom Development in Rochester, MN, is located on the riverfront of the Zumbro River and aspires to set a new standard of quality in the downtown business district. This 1,000,000-square-foot development creates an inclusive destination of hospitality and shopping, complemented with contemporary restaurants and nightlife. The project is composed of two high-rise towers that house a four-star hotel, condominiums, and senior living apartments. The towers are atop a podium that features ground level retail, restaurants and a parking garage. The masterplan concept improves access to the Zumbro Riverfront with a boardwalk, creating a pedestrian-friendly environment and enlivening the river’s edge. The location is ideal to form an urban hub connecting City Hall to the opposite side of the river and the commercial downtown area.
The development will consist of a 180-key four-star hotel, with 130 branded condominiums; a 215-unit high-rise senior community; 30,000 square feet of food and beverage establishments; and 7,000 square feet of retail. Public spaces will be added, including an indoor winter garden, 3rd St. public plaza, rooftop terrace park, and boardwalk.
Sky Terrace
Nashville, TN
Project Size
2,120,000 sq.ft / 196,954 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Masterplanning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
A new vibrant urban community in the heart of Nashville, creating place for healthy living and healthy working, southern hospitality and entertainment with a diverse range dining and retail experiences
The Reed District Mixed-Use Development is a vision for new community with creativity, innovation and celebration at it’s core. Offices, apartments, hotels, movie theaters, retail store, wellness centers, daycare facilities, cafes, restaurants, concerts, public greens, community grocery, artistic culture, and parks create spaces for reconnection with old friends, a place to grab a bite to eat, and a chance to live closer by to what’s most important to the Reed District: Community. An assortment of buildings uses, venues and open spaces will allow a broad range of people to engage and interact in the Reed District. Diversity and complexity of users will unite financial and business mobility, as well as attract young and old urbanites that want to live an integrated lifestyle.
Repositioning of the Reed site with a carefully considered mixed use development will create a keystone district between downtown and the West End/Vanderbilt University. The keystone district will have prominence as a new destination along Broadway, not just a space between neighborhoods. The new center or district will leverage the Broadway address as the front door to the development, and create an instantly identifiable community and destination as the new hot spot in town.
Deira Waterfront
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
10,759,325 sq.ft / 999,574 sq.m
Services: Architecture
Economic Feasibility Studies
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Market Analysis
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design Vision
Deira is one of the oldest communities in Dubai, rich in traditions and culture. It’s also one of the region’s most important economic hubs, a place where the city’s success was born and continues to grow. Deira Waterfront Development is located in the northern portion of the existing Deira District, across the street from the old Souqs and fronting the famous Dubai Creek. Through extensive planning exercises, this masterplan sensitively addressed unique cultural values and heritage as well as sentiments and aspirations for the creek experience. One of the important parts of the masterplan is close integration of the project with upcoming expansions of the Deira Wharfage and growing opportunities for merchants to conduct traditional business. The masterplan also carefully adds various missing components, such as urban plazas, parks, dedicated pedestrian or bicycle routes and links to multiple transportation hubs. The mixed-use nature of the program includes traditional retail shops backed by residential apartments, multiple hotel venues, dedicated commercial zones, transit-oriented hubs, structured parking garages, dedicated storage areas and community facilities. All this was only possible through a comprehensive study of the existing urban character of the city and specific needs of local businesses, residents and tourists. Deira is evolving and innovating by thoughtfully blending past, present and future in this rapidly growing city. 610,200
Plot 3 - Plaza with dry fountain at the center of a quad including Retail base, 4 Star Hotel, Hotel Apartment Tower, Office Tower and Residential
Residential Tower
Plot 13 - Street level retail and Office and Residential buildings above
Plot 11 - Pedestrian oriented street level retail and Office and Residential buildings above
Plot 13 - Pedestrian oriented street level retail and Office and Residential buildings above
Construction photos of Plot 11 & 13
Construction photos of Plot 12
Plot 16 - Waterfront development including retail, F&B and 4 story Residential
Plot 16 - Waterfront development including retail, F&B and 4 story Residential
Plot 16 - Waterfront development including retail, F&B and 4 story Residential ground plane amenities
Plot 16 - Street separating Plot 13 from Plot 16
Dubai Water Canal – Safa A
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
Services Architecture
Economic Feasibility Studies
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Market Analysis
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Structural Design
Sustainable Design Vision
Situated on the north side of the Dubai Water Canal development and adjacent to the Tower Zone, Jumeirah Zone and Safa Park, the Safa A mixed-use development is designed to be a waterfront destination for the public while offering luxury canal living.
The Safa Development offers an array of experiences, including canal-front F&B and retail outlets, public plazas, and high-end residential units, all of which will be easily accessible from both sides via a pedestrian bridge. Pedestrians will also have access to the boardwalk, which links Safa Park, Jumeirah Beach Park and Business Bay. It will offer stunning views of various Dubai landmarks and the Gulf.
The Safa B mixed-use development will provide luxury canal living and create a unique waterfront destination for the public. Safa B will be located on the south side of the Dubai Water Canal development, adjacent to the Tower Zone, Jumeirah Zone, and Safa Park.
Like Safa A, Safa B provides access to the development’s full complement of experiences, including canal-front F&B and retail outlets, public plazas, and high-end residential units, all of which will be easily accessible from both sides via a pedestrian bridge. Pedestrians can enjoy stunning views of various Dubai landmarks and the Gulf and will also have access to the boardwalk, which will connect them to Safa Park, Jumeirah Beach Park and Business Bay.
Marsa Meydan
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
18.8 million sq.ft / 1.75 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Economic Feasibility Studies
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
The vision of the development is to provide a ‘home away from home’ for the Emiratis and expatriates of the Emirate of Dubai and other Emirates. A home at a waterfront community with canals and waterways connected to the Arabian Gulf and with private berthing and mooring of boats or private beaches at the water facing units. The development is 1.8 million square meter with 600 single family residences and 13,000 apartments with 2 luxury hotels and 3 marinas.
Marsa Meydan will offer a community where residents can enjoy water activities as well as tracks for cyclists and pedestrians, a club house, and parks and playgrounds. The project also includes a school for all grades, a community centre with medical clinics, grocery shops and other facilities to support the day to day requirements of the residents.
The development will also host a unique marina for the boating enthusiasts with a shading system over it to control and moderate the climate within the marina which will provide a more pleasant experience all year round.
Deira Island Towers
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
7.2 million sq.ft / 675,000 sq.m
Building Height
20 floors
85 m.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
The Deira Islands will soon become one of the world’s great mega projects. Master-developed by Nakheel, the Deira Island Towers will be one of the most spectacular residential and mixeduse developments in the Middle East, a defining landmark on the rapidly growing Dubai skyline. With a clever building composition, these four residential super clusters boast a total of 380 residential floors, which include more than 3,000 apartment units and nearly 300 town homes. Located in one of the most attractive areas of Dubai, this development possesses stunning views spanning the length of several island marinas, 13 miles/20 kilometers of beaches, the exiting Port Rashid, the old Deira Souks, and the historic district of Bastakiya. The project will offer its residents luxurious amenities, including a shopping strip, countless restaurants, and easy parking access with concierge desk and valet services.
Souk Jubail
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Project Size
498,300 sq.ft / 46,300 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Interior Design
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Project Management
Sustainable Design
As the main retail and commercial district in the Jubail Island masterplan, Souk Al Jubail is positioned strategically at the entrance to the development off the Yas Island Highway. The Souk is envisioned as having a town center feel with a curated mix of retail, F&B, residential, commercial office and a centralized public park amenity.
The vision of Souq Al Jubail Town Center is to create a true mixed-use, urban and suburban lifestyle destination for both visitors and residents alike.
Souk Al Jubail Town Center will be developed with the three pillars of sustainability in mind: social, environmental and economic viability. The Client is interested in achieving an Estidama 2 Pearl rating for all buildings within the Souk Al Jubail area.
Situated in the heart of the overall Jubail Island masterplan, the Souq Al Jubail Town Center will be one of the key nodes of Jubail island development that will add a dimension of entertainment with a broad mix of green area, offices and retail offerings. In the intention of a business park principles, all the facilities will create a framework for a work & live community for both visitors and future residents of the development.
Project Size
sq.ft / sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
The Jubail Island Marina District
Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Jubail Island Marina District is a place created to live among nature in a tranquil island setting. Situated within serene mangrove forests and waterways, the design creates a walkable small coastal community of low-rise and low-impact residences within the context of larger mixed-use island development. The master plan features unique luxury residential experiences, a world-class marina, and a signature yacht club – offering a premium lifestyle to those seeking marina living in a natural environment.
The Marina District residences and amenities are positioned to capture breathtaking views and create a gradient from private to public spaces. To the west sprawl modern townhomes, the community park area, and a mosque. A large private villa plot and a series of bespoke townhomes lay to the north. As you move south, the site becomes gradually more public, with walking trails and park areas leading to the marina promenade. The luxury apartment building transitions into semi-public along the boardwalk. The yacht club occupies the south end of the marina, serving as a hub and destination for the island community.
One of the key attractions of the Marina District is the yacht club situated around a high-quality water edge promenade. Its pure forms and natural materials enhance its relationship with the surroundings while serving as the main destination for the Marina District community. The modern two-level yacht club features an upscale restaurant, a cafe with terrace seating, ships chandlery, and retail.
With the panoramic views of the beautiful mangrove forests and the marina, with its gleaming white yachts and striking contemporary architecture, the Jubail Island Marina District will offer residents a never before seen bespoke marina lifestyle.
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Photography and renderings by AE7, Ryan Debolski, SEHA, Command of Military Works, KMD, RSP, Accor Hotels, Eric Cuvillier, Victor Romero, Phishfotoz, Paul Thusbaert, and Yasser Ibrahim.
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