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Dubai Towers Dubai
Designer Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates (TVS), Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Location Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Date 2010
Building Type Mixed use with retail, residential, entertainment.
Construction System Steel, glass
Climate Desert
Context Waterfront
Architectural Style Deconstructivist Modern
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Four sculptural, undulating towers reminiscent of candle flame.


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Dubai Towers Dubai

Dubai Towers Dubai is a four tower complex to be built in the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The developer, Sama Dubai, intends this to form the centrepiece of The Lagoons, a megaproject located on Dubai Creek which will consist of seven islands. The towers have between 57 to 94 stories and although the heights are not known, it is believed the tallest will top while two others will rise beyond .,however due to downturn in dubai the project is put on holdhttp://skyscraperpage.com/cities/?buildingID=57436.

Design

Designed by TVS, these towers are 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. They will contain offices, apartments, hotel rooms, retail, entertainment, gymnasiums, health spas and a variety of other services.

Construction status

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

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Candles in the wind - WorldArchitectureNews, 2007.0124

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