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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$17 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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Meydan One
Dubai, UAE
Client
Meydan Group
Project Size
59 million sq.ft / 5.5 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
Meydan One has been envisioned as “A Place for Everyone.” The development is strategically positioned within the heart of Mohammed Bin Rashid City and offers excellent accessibility via automobile, public transport, water taxi, and internal transit systems. Paths made specifically for jogging and cycling have been integrated within Meydan One as well as a boardwalk, which runs along the continuous Meydan One water canal. Meydan One will be home to a population of 78,000 residents, approximately a quarter of the entire Mohammed Bin Rashid City population that will include 310,000 residents.
The Meydan One development has been designed to become a vibrant, urban mixed-use district that incorporates all aspects of the Dubai lifestyle. Four hotels will be located within the development, each with their own unique style and experience. Also featured is the longest indoor ski slope in the world, spanning 1.2 kilometers from top to bottom and ending alongside a water park directly outside the walls of the ski facility. Dubai One tower, standing at 711 meters, will be the tallest residential tower in the world and soar over the development. All of the development’s harmoniously integrated features contribute to an unparalleled and awe-inspiring experience that can only be found in Meydan One.
Marsa Meydan
Dubai, UAE
Client
Meydan Group
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.
Client
National Holding
Project Size
215 million sq.ft / 20 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Economic Feasibility Studies
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Market Analysis
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Shores of Karbala
Karbala, Iraq
The new masterplan for City of Karbala integrates economic, social, cultural and environmental resources into a strategic plan. Three main ideas guide the masterplan’s development approach: efficiency, livability, and flexibility.
Optimizing densities and urban centers, using appropriate typologies, and sufficiently distributing services and public facilities all contribute to the masterplan’s approach for an efficient city. The development also provides synergies between phasing, investment opportunities, urban development and infrastructure organization.
The approach creates a livable city by designing a metropolitan network of multiple centers and a series of permeable environmental systems and by establishing a strategic deployment of green spaces on an urban level. Providing sufficient allocation of public services, neighborhoods and local scale are critical steps, as well as creating walkable and pedestrian friendly environments. To cater to various income groups and market sectors, the masterplan considers the need for various housing types and work opportunities and maintains a balance between traditional and modern.
The masterplan provides flexibility through land use allocation and distribution of different typologies and by maintaining the structural flexibility of the urban block and allowing easy manipulation and adaptation of the master plan to unforeseen changes.
Dubai Water Canal
Dubai, UAE
Client
Meydan Group | RTA | Meraas
Development
Project Size
1.9 million sq.ft / 177,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Landscape
Architecture
Masterplanning
Site Supervision
Sustainable Design
Vision
The existing Dubai Creek historically divided Dubai into two main sections: Deira and Bur Dubai. This body of water proved to be too deep to be cleaned naturally, creating an environmental need for change. The proposed solution was connecting the Business Bay to the Arabian Gulf via a canal.
The resulting Dubai Water Canal Project development includes multiple bodies of water. The 1.8-mile canal connects the Business Bay to the Gulf Bay, and a connection to Safa Park brings the beach experience inland.
Various green networks are incorporated into in the development’s design. These networks allow pedestrians complete autonomy from vehicular traffic. The green networks connect through the parks, residential buildings, shopping, and boardwalks and also flow onto and through buildings and above vehicular routes to create a truly unique destination experience.
This master plan provides harmonious connectivity to a diverse mix of uses and adjacent developments - whether it be by foot, car or boat – while also satisfying an environmental need.
Dubai Water Canal Pedestrian Bridges
Dubai Water
Canal
Safa B - Mixed Use Development
Dubai
Water Canal Safa A - Mixed Use Development
Deira Waterfront
Dubai, UAE
Client Nakheel
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.
Plot 03
Total
Plot 04
Total BUA: 37,140 sqm
Total GLA: 4,460 sqm
Total GFA: 25,000 sqm
No. of Parking: 158
Consist of Transition hub Designed within a Mixed-Use Building (Retail Podium, Bus Station, Metro Station, Office Tower, Hotel Tower)
Plot 11
Total
Plot 12
Total BUA: 54,050 sqm
Total GLA: 5,375 sqm
Total GFA: 28,430 sqm
No. of Parking: 307
Consist of 5 Mixed use Buildings with 2 common basements
Plot 13
Total BUA: 108,260 sqm Total GLA: 9,770 sqm Total GFA: 62,659 sqm No. of Parking: 725
Consist of 13 Mixed use Buildings
Plot 16
Total BUA: 60,650 sqm
Total GLA: 8,420 sqm
Total GFA: 36,977 sqm
No. of Parking: 436
Consist of 14 Mixed use Buildings.
Plot 14
Total BUA: 64,300
Total GLA: 1,555 sqm
Total GFA: 42,686 sqm
No. of Parking: 393
Consist of 4 Mixed use Buildings
Plot 19
Total BUA: 35,170 sqm
Total GLA: 488 sqm
Total GFA: 25,187 sqm
No. of Parking: 144
Consist of 5 Star Hotel Compound
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 4 - Mixed Use TOD including Metro Station, Retail, Office Tower and Hotel 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 11 - Pedestrian oriented street level retail and Office and Residential buildings above
Construction photos of Plot 11 & 13
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 - F&B Courtyard
Plot 19 - 5 Star Hotel Drop-off
Plot 19 - 5 Star Hotel
Valley of Gabala Masterplan
Qebele, Azerbaijan
Client Confidential
Project Size
18,948,604 sq.ft / 1,760,383 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
The Gabala Mountain Resort was the culmination of an extensive tourism study of the Northern Caucasian Region of Azerbaijan and ultimately transitioned into the initial phase of development for this landmark destination.
Building on the client’s hotel and ski brand, the Town Centre is a mixed-use resort core planned to serve as the heart and soul of the entire development. At the confluence of multiple mountain ski runs and lifts, the Gabala Mountain Resort offers the perfect blend of entertainment, retail and leisure venues literally at the door step of a wide variety of hotel and vacation rental accommodations. Inspired by Alpine village urban form, narrow winding streets are lined with shops and cafes framed by G+5 architecture which opens on to intimate courtyards for social gatherings and spacious piazzas for large events. The contemporary influences seamlessly fit within the traditional vernacular of the surrounding villages.
The program includes 1500 Hotel Keys, 150,000 GFA of Vacation Residential and 1.2 million SF of ForSale Chalet Plots
Wellness Village
Lagoon Village
Yiti and Yenkit Master Plan
Oman
Client
DAR Global
Project Size 36.7 mil sq.ft / 3,417,500 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Aida site is 35 km from the centre of Muscat and 53 km from the Airport, it is a short 30-minute drive from the town centre, along high quality newly upgraded road network.
The vision for the master plan relies on a set of principles aimed to achieve an attractive sustainable touristic and second home destination which pays tribute to the beautiful landscape of Oman while instilling a strong sense of place.
These principles aim to create an attractive environment for residents, visitors, and tourists, where pedestrians and cyclists are priorities and influence of motor vehicles is minimized.
Special attention is given to the open space and natural features which enhances experience and offers recreation and entertainment opportunities taking advantage of the existing terrain - from waterfront to the rocky canyons that can cater for passive recreational and adventurous activities, including a signature championship golf course with breath-taking views to the ocean.
This wide array of the existing landform provides the AIDA master plan its identity, making it stand out as a unique recreational destination in the region.
Almaty Hills
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Project Size
31.7 mil sq.ft / 2.9 mil 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
The project is located on the hills South of Almaty in Kazakhstan. The project is a residential development master plan on a 300 hectare plot of land that rests on top of the city, nestled in the foothills of the majestic mountain range, making this development especially unique. Almaty hills will offer a range of lifestyle choices, housing up to 1200 residential units on sloped terrain which provides spectacular views of the city and nature.
The development will offer properties ranging from two bedroom townhouses to luxury signature villas. Each area within Almaty hills will have access to a green system where residents can walk, run, and cycle. Green open spaces surround the development, while ski slopes and valleys pass through it creating a continuous network of ecological corridors. The inclined terrain benefits most properties on the development with spectacular vistas. An equestrian center and a town center will be included in the development, as well as each neighborhood having its own convenience amenity. Incorporating local traditions as well Mediterranean and contemporary elements, Almaty hills will provide its residents with a unique, secure, and pleasant residential environment.
Deira Islands
Dubai, UAE
Client Nakheel
Project Size
172 million sq.ft / 16 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
The Deira Islands are located in northeast end of the city of Dubai, near Deira and the future Deira Waterfront and in close proximity to the main entry point of the Dubai Creek. The overall project consists of a series of four interconnected islands where more than 390,000 people are expected to live and work when this new part of the city is complete. The design considers multi-family living, retail and F&B, leisure, hospitality, and tourism developments targeting the mid-income Dubai population and international visitors. Sustainable landscapes, shaded walking trails, public transportation and social infrastructure have been sensitively incorporated within the master plan of the islands to create an attractive and functional living, dining and entertainment community.
Client Nakheel
Project Size
6,882,476 sq.ft / 639,400 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Deira Islands Towers & Boulevard
Dubai, UAE
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 mixed-use developments in the Middle East and are destined to become a defining landmark on the rapidly growing Dubai skyline. With a clever building composition, these 4 residential super clusters boast 380 residential floors consisting of over 3,000 apartment units and almost 300 town homes. Located in one of the more envied positions of Dubai, this development possesses stunning views spanning the length of multiple island marinas, 13 miles/20 kilometers of beaches, the existing Port Rashid, the old Deira Souks and the historic district of Bastakiya. The project will offer residents luxurious amenities, including a shopping strip, countless restaurants, and easy parking access with concierge desk and valet services.
Client
UDC
Project Size
2,869,217 sq.ft / 266,559 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Gewan Island Concept Masterplan
Doha, Qatar
The Pearl-Qatar is one of the largest real estate developments in the Gulf, an urban mixed-use, manmade island development, located some 350 meters offshore of Doha’s prestigious West Bay District. Gewan Island Project is situated on the northwest quadrant of the Island, designated for entertainment and mixed-use residential development. The current land area for the island is approximately 233,000 sqm expandable to 300,000 sqm with new reclaimed land. Island program will include multi-family housing, 2 hotels with on-street retail and underground parking directly linked to 60,000 sqm of the indoor theme-park development. North-west beach will be framed by beach restaurants and retail kiosks, while north-east end of the island will have very more private character offering waterfront and beach villas, and reaching deep in to gulf waters with seven ultra-luxury island villas.
District One Masterplan
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
Client Meydan Group
Project Size
42.7 million sq.ft / 3.9 million 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
District One of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City is located in Nad al Sheba, directly adjacent to the Meydan Grandstand. District One residents will be able to enjoy a quiet neighborhood atmosphere while being just minutes from the center of the city. One of the most striking features of District One is the large body of water using Crystal Lagoon technology, making it effectively the largest swimming pool in the world. Gardens, sports and recreational areas spread throughout the development and invite a healthy lifestyle for all those within.
Located in the heart of Meydan One, District One will be situated just minutes from the new Dubai Canal, the longest indoor ski slope in the world, the largest indoor gym in the world, and the 711-meter tall Dubai One tower. Designed with amenities to suit a modern lifestyle in a neighborhood that provides peaceful living, District One will balance pleasure and play to create a unique community in a coveted central location within Dubai.
Villas & Mansions
Crystalline Lagoons
Apartments
9 km (5.6 mile) Bicycle & Jogging Track
730,000 sq.m (7.8 mil sq.ft) Open Space
13.8 km (8.5 mile) Waterfront Length
402,000 sq.m (4.3 mil sq.ft) Crystalline Lagoons
Contemporary Show Mansion
Mediterranean Show Mansion
Modern Arabic Show Mansion
District One Phase 3
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE
Client
Meydan Group
Project Size
40.9 million sq.ft / 3.8 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
Damac Lagoons
Dubai, UAE
Damac Lagoons is a villa community in Dubai, promoting resort living lifestyle with 5 km of lagoon waterfront featuring themed and activated beaches, islands, and open spaces. The development is a fully integrated people-centric, water-based sustainable residential community where residents connect, develop a sense of attachment and belonging.
The design creatively links social, environmental, and aesthetic functions, while maintaining financial and economic sustainability. Creating a sense of place and identity that is centered on the water, beach, and Mediterranean lifestyle. The community is a healthy, lively, and enjoyable place catering for needs of different age and user groups, engaging all our senses and satisfying our appetite for novelty, adventure, leisure, travel and discovery.
Damac Riverside
Dubai, UAE
Client
Damac
Project Size
10,632,200 sq.ft / 987,800 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
Damac Riverside an urban waterfront living at its finest, with a focus on health and well-being, the design vision of the masterplan aimed to create a unique riverside lifestyle that nurtures both body and soul.
The masterplan provides for low rise medium density housing supported by various regional and local amenities. Residential clusters aim to locate larger more exclusive townhouses along the central open space spine to maximise views and add value to the development.
The central boulevard is acting as a barrier between the two products and at the same time ensure sufficient circulation internally and with external roads (Yalayis Street & Emirates Road). The apartments will enjoy an exclusive view towards DAMAC river with boardwalk and beaches circulating around the river.
The development is wrapped with green pathway with jogging, cycling and pedestrian routes, and to be linked with the overall city of Dubai as part of the green initiative of Dubai Vision 2040.
Schools and public facilities have been located adjacent to major road infrastructure for a convenient access. The Central Hub is located centrally along the riveside. It will provide mixed use offerings and activities accessible to residents and visitors.
Azizi Venice
Dubai, UAE
Client
Azizi Development
Project Size
14,656,300 sq.ft / 1,361,600 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
Azizi Venice Development is approximately 136 ha in size, located in Dubai South, on the northern side of Emirates Road E-611, western side to Emaar South Development and in proximity of Al Maktoum International Airport.
The development is envisioned as a unique community where all the residents will enjoy direct water views from their homes and living in a resort like environment. Northern parcel has been conceptualised as villa community where the south parcel is a mixed-use high density residential. A mixed-use retail boulevard is proposed at the centre area connecting North to the south, offering a unique arrival experience with vibrant lifestyle and activities.
AE7 have been appointed by Azizi to undertake the Development of the Vision through to the Detailed master plan of Azizi Venice, including liaison with all relevant stakeholders to address all planning and infrastructure requirements, and to prepare the concept master plan for authorities’ approvals. Coordination meetings and workshops are being conducted periodically with the client, consultants and other stakeholders during the development and validation process of Concept Master Plan.
MAF D4
Dubai, UAE
Client Damac
Project Size
7,934,500 sq.ft / 737,140 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
MAF D4 Masterplan vision positions the project as an iconic, premier community development that offers a variety of unique features and memorable experiences set within the context of the city’s outstanding architecture, cultural heritage, and picturesque natural setting.
The masterplan key idea is to create a low density residential community of small clusters of villas developed around a central Open space with water feature interconnected with an open space trail, offering opportunities for continuous pathways nested in nature and varied theme landscape attractions easily accessible to the residents. Community facilities, such as the mosque, clubhouse, retail outlets, and food & beverage establishments, were strategically placed within the masterplan to cater to both residents and visitors.
Cali Coast
Ras El Hekma, Egypt
Client
Maven Developments
Project Size
10 million sq.ft / 930,800 sq.m
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
This upscale coastal vacation home development is located in the beautiful area of Ras el Hikma on Egypts North Coast and is masterplanned on a site over 840,000 square meters overlooking the stunning crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
The vision of the Cali Coast masterplan was to create a cool laid back summer vibe, family focused with water and land based amenities for the whole family to enjoy. The fun and laid back coastal community embodies the American beach lifestyle along with the California-inspired architecture.
In addition to the pristine coast waters there are endless leisure activities including beach cabanas, inland water lagoon and beaches, a lazy river, a boardwalk experience, flow rider wave pool and entertainment island. Over 150,000 square meters of open water bodies and swimmable lakes throughout the development consisting of a mixture or rivers, pools, lakes and other water amenities. Artificial beaches on private lakes located inside the communities provide places to relax on a white sandy beach in the summer sun.
Ascending from the sandy coastal beaches, 4 and 5 bedroom luxury villas step towards the site’s summit all with exquisite views of the Sea. Twin homes and residential chalets complete the masterplan lining meandering aqua blue water lagoons and connected across the masterplan by a central boardwalk feature. A dynamical retail and f&b center front the site at the projects entrance the a California Boardwalk inspired promenade and gateway experience.
South Beach Development
Dubai, UAE
Project Size
30 million sq.ft / 2.8 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
South Beach is an exciting upcoming project that includes nearly 2,000 villas planned for a 283-hectare plot of land located between Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed road and Emirates road. It offers an ideal location, situated among many major golfing and sporting facilities as it is directly south of Dubai Sports City and Motor City.
South Beach’s primary goal is to be a distinctive, sustainable residential community. With facilities centralized around a large man-made crystal lagoon, the development provides space for beaches, water sports and other activities.
South Beach is inspired by some of the most visually stunning lake and seaside towns in the world. The entire development will be complete with local amenities that include several community parks, a school, a healthcare facility, retail space and a mosque. There is also a 7-kilometer trail network throughout the development designed specifically for walking, running and cycling. An exotic beachfront environment for residents and guests will create a sense of serenity, comfort, and luxury all in one optimal location.
Riyadh City Masterplan
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Client
Modon Properties
Project Size
912.5 million sq.ft / 84.78 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Vision
AE7 was commissioned by Modon Properties to revitalize two previous masterplans totaling 8,500 ha land area on the edge of the desert and obtain the approval from the Abu Dhabi authorities.
The first, initially called South Shamkha, required numerous corrections while aligning with the newly laid out infrastructure. The second, also known as North Wathba, needed a framework review of the initially approved concept master plan.
The scope included federation of the two distinct masterplans, conformity to the latest Abu Dhabi urban planning standards, place making for centers, adaptation of public transportation to the new regional strategy, land use modifications and new parcel plans to increase available plots bank for Emirati housing from 43,750 to 45,420 plots.
Riyad City CMP is currently under final stages of approval
Meydan Horizon
Dubai, UAE
Client Meydan Group
Project Size
18.5 million sq.ft / 1.7 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Meydan Horizon is a proposed mixed-use master-development, located on a 180 hectare space opposite the Meydan race course, and only minutes away from Meydan One, along with all the attractions it has to offer. Access to Horizon is facilitated by the Dubai-Al Ain highway, as well as the Ras Al Khor highway, which will help provide seamless access to residents, additional visitors and workers within. The future projected metro green line will pass through Horizon, to grant easier access into the area and to add a public transport option to residents and commuters.
Horizon is a world-class development that will eventually be home to over 72,000 people. A 2km long canal will flow through the center of the development, providing the residents with a 4km of boardwalk right at their doorstep. Residents will also be able to enjoy exceptional views of the Ras al Khor sanctuary. Horizon is guaranteed to be a very safe, friendly community due to a start of the art all round security, as well as an intricate street grid pattern with walkways that keep the pedestrians in mind making access areas within the development easily reachable on foot. Horizon’s overall environment will be one that is relaxed and friendly, with various open spaces of refreshing greenery, a wide scale variety of amenities, retail space and community areas.
District 7
Dubai, UAE
Client Meydan Group
Project Size
19.5 million sq.ft / 1.8 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Sustainable Design
Vision
District 7 (D-7) is a mixed-use Transit Oriented Development and is planned for a population of approximately 66,000 residents. This project is especially unique as it has brought large national stakeholders such as Etihad Rail, and the Dubai local transportation authority (RTA) together to achieve HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s vision of placing Dubai in a strategic position for the 2020 Expo.
D-7 will be a lifestyle development where residents can live, shop, and work all within walking distance to various amenities. A pedestrian friendly retail-shopping area based on the concept of the old souq will be incorporated into the design and will feature high class retailers, all within a 5 minute walk.
D-7 will provide residents and rail commuter’s convenient access to Meydan’s unique hospitality and cultural destinations as well being only a 10 minute drive away from downtown Dubai. D-7 features the very conveniently located Etihad passenger rail which will eventually link Dubai with Abu Dhabi one way, and Ras al Khaimah the other. Most GCC countries will eventually be linked to the Etihad rail, which will provide a unique alternative mode of domestic and international transport, as well as greater connectivity throughout the region.
Al Waseel Hills
Riyadh, KSA
Client SABIC
Project Size
19.9 million sq.ft / 1.85 million sq.m
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Infrastructure Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Pre-Development Studies
Site Supervision
Structural Design
Sustainable Design
Vision
Al Waseel Hills is a residential mixed use community set within the Shams Al Riyadh master plan. SABIC’s goal for the project is to create a highly appealing self-sustained community for their employees in Riyadh, which will help attract and retain the best available talent. The design creates well defined neighborhoods interconnected with green networks, and featuring an abundance of parks, playgrounds and multi-use trails which support an interactive and healthy lifestyle. Each of the communities is supported by a vibrant civic and commercial center, where residents can meet for coffee, shop for groceries, drop off dry cleaning, attend a community event or engage in sporting activities.
The project is comprised of Saudi Community and a Expatriate Community consisting of approximately 1074 residential units. Al Waseel Hills will be Riyadh’s premier residential development, featuring world class architecture and amenities.
A unique feature to the site is the central Wadi element that cuts through the middle of the site. This area has been designed as a recreational element consisting of the Wadi Park. This is a linear park encircling both sides of the Wadi which is easily accessible to all residents and features trails, overlook points, amphitheaters, stargazing areas, picnic/play areas, as well as access points to the lower Wadi Park & Natural Trail System
AE7 partners were involved in this project as the managing and design Directors of Stantec’s UAE offices, and managed the Client and team on a daily basis.
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ICLDC project was designed in association with KMD architects. Zayed Military Hospital project was designed in association with Leo A. Daly Architects. The architect of the record of Meliha Hospital is RSP Architects.
Photography and renderings by AE7, Ryan Debolski, SEHA, Command of Military Works, KMD, RSP, Accor Hotels, Damac Properties, Azizi Group, Eric Cuvillier, Victor Romero, Phishfotoz, Paul Thusbaert, and Yasser Ibrahim.
Some of the content of this book represents the personal portfolio of AE7 partners, whilst employed at Burt Hill and Stantec between 19882009.