Note: As this project is under construction, the data is based on the most reliable information currently available. This data is thus subject to change until the building has completed and all information can be confirmed and ratified by the CTBUH.
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One Za'abeel Tower 1
Building
Under Construction
office
composite
330.0 m / 1,083 ft
67
Proposed
Construction Start
Completed
Usually involved in the front end design, with a "typical" condition being that of a leadership role through either Schematic Design or Design Development, and then a monitoring role through the CD and CA phases.
Material Supplier refers to organizations which supplied significant systems/materials for a building project (e.g. elevator suppliers, facade suppliers, etc).
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Usually involved in the front end design, with a "typical" condition being that of a leadership role through either Schematic Design or Design Development, and then a monitoring role through the CD and CA phases.
Usually takes on the balance of the architectural effort not executed by the "Design Architect," typically responsible for the construction documents, conforming to local codes, etc. May often be referred to as "Executive," "Associate," or "Local" Architect, however, for consistency CTBUH uses the term "Architect of Record" exclusively.
The Design Engineer is usually involved in the front end design, typically taking the leadership role in the Schematic Design and Design Development, and then a monitoring role through the CD and CA phases.
The Peer Review Engineer traditionally comments on the information produced by another party, and to render second opinions, but not to initiate what the design looks like from the start.
The CTBUH lists a project manager when a specific firm has been commissioned to oversee this aspect of a tall building’s design/construction. When the project management efforts are handled by the developer, main contract, or architect, this field will be omitted.
The main contractor is the supervisory contractor of all construction work on a project, management of sub-contractors and vendors, etc. May be referred to as "Construction Manager," however, for consistency CTBUH uses the term "Main Contractor" exclusively.
Material Supplier refers to organizations which supplied significant systems/materials for a building project (e.g. elevator suppliers, facade suppliers, etc).
20 October 2018
Polycentric Cities: The Future of Vertical Urbanism
CTBUH 2018 Conference Speakers
As we approach the new normality of cities housing 10 million or more inhabitants, those best positioned for the future are evolving along polycentric, multi-nodal...
The One Za’abeel development takes the idea of the “gateway” to a new level. The two towers, containing office functions (Tower 1, 330 meters) and residential / hotel functions (Tower 2, 235 meters), are positioned on either side of an elevated highway. A horizontal “Link” structure connects the two towers and proceeds past the edge of Tower 1 in a dramatic cantilever, providing additional structural stability as well as a signature event space. The Link, suspended 100 meters above the ground, offers a choice of attractions, including restaurants, lounges, cafes, bars, and observation deck, a gym, a spa, a pool, a banquet hall and a rooftop terrace.
The superstructure for the hotel and residential floors of both towers is comprised of a concrete core-and-outrigger system, which allows different column grids for each function. The system is based on a 3-meter module. The Link structure is a perimeter diagonal tube, with sufficient vertical and torsional stiffness and strength, so as to provide column-free space on its upper level.
The podium inclines from ground level to the roof, and is abundantly crowned with greenery and water bodies. The lobby of the hotels and serviced apartments is located on the lower levels of the slope, with welcoming views over water features, greenery, and the Link above. The top surface of the podium is richly landscaped, covering the entrances and drop-offs with shade.
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