DESIGN FOR WORLD SCALE
DESIGN AT WORLD SCALE
Creativity. Strategy. Results. At AE7, we reflect the diversity of our global communities and bring an array of cultural knowledge and expertise to each project. Our
teams’ background and experiences intermix to create design solutions grounded in unique global perspectives, tailored to the individual localized needs of the client.
Whether collaborating virtually or in-person, our globally diverse team members develop long-standing creative relationships unrestricted by geography. By embracing our cultural and experiential diversity we
learn from each other, enhance design ideas, and fuse innovative solutions.
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IN 4 CONTINENTS CLEVELAND, USA PITTSBURGH, USA ATLANTA, USA JACKSONVILLE, USA
40+
years of experience in MENA region, EU, ASIA & USA SERVICES Architecture Branding
MARKET SECTORS Commercial Destination Development
Interior Design
Education
Infrastructure
Health & Wellness
Landscape Architecture
High-rise | Tall Towers
Lighting Design
Hospitality
Masterplanning
Island Developments
MEP Engineering
Mixed-use
Project Management
Nature Reserves
Retail Consultancy
Public & Civic
Site Supervision
Residential
Structural Engineering Sustainability Development Inception Development Finance Development Management Pre-development Studies Economic Feasibility Studies Market Analysis Vision
Retail and F&B Waterfront Developments
DÜSSELDORF, GER BRATISLAVA, SVK
CAIRO, EGY
AMMAN, HKJ
RIYADH, KSA
RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE DUBAI, UAE ABU DHABI, UAE
DELHI, IND
MUMBAI, IND MANILA, PHL KOCHI, IND
$17billion 17 of design+built work over the past
Limitless creativity. Expert strategy. Unparalleled results.
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 650 people who collaborate in 16 offices across four continents, we bring together
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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 17 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.
THE RESPONSIBLE EXPERIENCE
SUSTAINABILITY
Through the use of industry tools, material research, best practices and community partnerships, AE7 strives to be a leader in sustainable environments. AE7 is committed to incorporating Green Building and Sustainable Design in our projects. Our team includes LEED accredited Architects and Interior Designers that are familiar with the goals of the US Green Building Council (USGBC) and use these resources to design environmentally responsible and resource efficient buildings. The construction industry is one of the biggest waste producers on the planet and Architects can play a role in curbing that waste. AE7 utilizes specifications to describe how to control construction waste and specifies products that can be sustainably harvested, recycled or reused.
in the near future. Our approach concentrates on planning, designing, constructing and managing projects from a more sustainable perspective rather than checking items off of the certification requirements list. Education and community groups are also valuable in remaining up to date with the technology trends and practices. Learning about the latest sustainable materials and construction practices is something AE7’s employees do regularly through our membership with the Green Building Alliance and Continuing Education Courses. How buildings use energy efficiently is paramount.
Our decision is to focus more on the challenges our projects face and working to better accommodate the people and the environment rather than working toward LEED certification. When incorporating sustainability into With sustainability becoming the design norm, our work we focus on energy efficiency, we are incorporating many Green concepts sustainable site planning, water efficiency, into our work to better interior and exterior conservation of materials and resources, and surroundings for occupants which allows indoor environmental quality. Utilizing energy us to work with the client to achieve these modelling, daylighting studies, and specifying sustainable goals without pushing certain ideas energy saving mechanical and electrical systems to achieve certification. are the best solutions to creating an energy efficient building. A life cycle analysis done by Sustainability is about the future and AE7 will AE7 can help a client understand that a new remain invested in the movement to create environmentally sound system may cost more a better built environment for the world’s now, but will pay them back in energy savings posterity.
DELIVERY OF THE EXPERIENCE
CONCEPT VISUALIZATION METHOD Key to the success of any project is a clear understanding of the project’s goals. AE7’s Concept Visualization Method (CVM) organically moves the client’s stakeholders through the programming phase of a project. It is designed to spark ideas and expand possibilities through guided discussion, visualization, benchmarking, and instant feedback.
THE PROCESS Ask questions. What can be substituted in a space? What can be combined with something else? What can be adapted? Can you modify or magnify an existing process or space? Can you change the use of a space? What can be eliminated? How can spaces or adjacencies be rearranged? What is your project growth or contraction?
RAPID PROTOTYPING
BENCHMARKING
IMMERSIVE TOOLS
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
CVM FINAL OUTPUT
Live in-person programming, using massing volumes and diagrams
What is the experience that is to be achieved with this space or building(s)
Virtual Reality, 3-D Graphics, Animations/Walkthroughs
Evaluating pros and cons of options
A facility program that has been agreed upon by the stakeholders in the matter of days instead of weeks.
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largest AE firm by BD+C
apartment & condominium ranking by BD+C
9 19
multi-family ranking by BD+C
hotel & resort ranking by BD+C
360+ $17bil
sqkm area masterplanned
value of design & built work
75 600+
sqkm built-up area
team members
Developing the DNA of a City
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Dubai, UAE
Over 26 km of Canal
Dubai Water Canal
Floating City
District One Meydan One District 7
eira Islands
Deira Waterfront Development Canal Front Urban Renewal
Creek Park Family Destination
Healthcare City Phase 2 Ras Al Khor Sanctuary Horizon
District 12
District 11
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Master Planning
Client
Meydan Group
Project Size
48 million sq.ft / 4.45 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 Masterplan
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, Dubai, UAE 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.
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Master Planning
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
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Master Planning
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Residential Developments
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High-Rise Buildings
Client
Meydan Group
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
Lagoon Views Tower at District One Phase 3, Dubai, UAE
Lagoon Views Tower is designed to take full advantage of the miraculous, man-made crystalline water 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.
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Master Planning
Client
Meydan Group, RTA, Meraas
Project Size
1.9 million sq.ft / 177,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Landscape Architecture Masterplanning Site Supervision Sustainable Design Vision
Dubai Water Canal Dubai, UAE
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.
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Master Planning
Suspension Bridge Dubai Water Canal
The first of three pedestrian bridges, the Safa Bridge is a suspension bridge with Y-shaped piers which stand 25-meters high at the bridge’s tallest point. The pathway is 6-meters wide for pedestrians, and the bridge is suspended 8.5 meters above the water, which allows for complete navigational clearance beneath it along the canal.
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Master Planning
Bridge of Tolerance Dubai Water Canal
The second of three pedestrian bridges, the Bridge of Tolerance is the first true suspension bridge in the Middle East. The arch stands 55-meters high at its tallest point. Its steel cables suspend the entire 210-meter meandering footbridge, which is 6-meters wide and allows for cycling as well as pedestrians. The bridge is suspended 8.5 meters above the water, which allows for complete navigational clearance beneath it along the canal. AWARDS
AIA Pittsburgh Certificate of Merit | Region + Urban Design Identity Design Award | Design of the Year Identity Design Award | Outdoor Space
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Master Planning
Twisting Bridge Dubai Water Canal
The third of three pedestrian bridges, the Jumeirah 2 Bridge is a very unique bridge supported by a distinctive twisting truss. The truss section is 6×6 meters, which twists along the entire 140-meter pedestrian pathway. The bridge is suspended 8.5 meters above the water, which allows for complete navigational clearance beneath it along the canal.
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Destination Development
Client
Meydan Group
Project Size
Plot Size: 5.3 acres | 2.17 ha BUA: 57,374 m2 | 617,568 ft²
Services
Architecture Economic Feasibility Studies Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Market Analysis Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Canal Front Residences – Safa A Dubai Water Canal, Dubai, UAE
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.
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Destination Development
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Destination Development
Client
Meydan Group
Project Size
Plot Size: 5.6 acres | 2.3 ha BUA: 127,257 m2 | 1,389,782 ft²
Services
Architecture Economic Feasibility Studies Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Market Analysis Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Canal Front Residences – Safa B Dubai Water Canal, Dubai, UAE
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.
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Destination Development
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Hospitality
Photo by FIVE Holdings
Client
FIVE Holdings
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 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 light-filled, 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 water-heating facilities, efficient U-value glazing, and daylight sensors. This stateof-the-art hotel is an instant landmark and an urban oasis.
No. of Stars
5 Star Hotel
No. of Rooms
222
Residential Apartments
222
BUA
124,500 sq.m 1.34 mil sq.ft
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Hospitality
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Hospitality
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Hospitality
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Hospitality
Beach Restaurant
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High-Rise Buildings
Client
FIVE Holdings
Project Size
320,200 sq.ft / 29,750 sq.m
Building Height G+39 floors 194 m.
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Site Supervision Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Sensoria at FIVE Luxe Dubai, UAE
SENSORIA located in the heart of the Jumeriah Beach Residences in the Dubai Marina is a 39 story luxury residential tower and an undeniable architectural showpiece within FIVE LUXE beachfront development. The project features stunning residential units of 3, 4 and 5 bedrooms with sweeping sunset vistas from the landmark Dubai Eye to the lush Palm Jumeirah Island. Floor to ceiling fully glazed windows throughout all apartment units allow for natural light and unrestricted Dubai skyline views that open up to expansive outdoor entertainment spaces and ocean-facing plunge pools. The Interior Design showcases a monochromatic color palette, minimalist clean lines, natural materials, and free-flowing light for a unique design journey with a curated selection of luxury branded furniture and distinctive designer pieces, Bespoke branded kitchens with high-end appliances and chic bathrooms with natural stone curved bathtubs that cater for extraordinary comfort. Unmatched service-rich lifestyle, with 5 Star onsite services such as automatic robotic car parking, world-class concierge services, wellness spa and fitness club, a 126 meter beachfront with cafes and f&b, paddle courts, high-end retail shops, a cinema and kids activities make SENSORIA Tower the ultimate in Luxury Living in Dubai.
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High-Rise Buildings
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High-Rise Buildings
Client
Azizi Developments
Project Size
1.9 million sq.ft / 177,000 sq.m
Building Height 725m. 131+ floors
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Site Supervision Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Burj Azizi Dubai, UAE
Burj Azizi in Dubai, is set to be the World’s Second-Tallest Tower at 725m. (140+ floors) At its heart, Burj Azizi redefines the possibilities of mixed-use supertall design. Within its soaring structure, the tower will house a seven-star hotel inspired by seven cultural themes, luxury residences ranging from apartments to penthouses and holiday homes, and a vertical shopping mall. Layered into this program are wellness sanctuaries, swimming pools, saunas, cinemas, gyms, and resident lounges, alongside family-oriented spaces and children’s play areas. The experience is punctuated by moments of awe—the world’s highest hotel lobby, restaurant, nightclub, and observation deck, and an adrenaline zone that immerses visitors in the thrill of living “in the clouds. The design challenge is formidable: how to integrate such a wide range of uses within the slender footprint of a supertall tower. Each program requires its own identity, yet the architecture must unify them into a singular expression. Multiple entrances—hotel, residences, mall, and adrenaline zone—must coexist within a constrained urban site. The tower’s core becomes the structural and spatial spine, housing vertical circulation and mechanical systems. Its optimization is paramount: too large, and it consumes valuable space; too small, and it risks efficiency and safety. The solution lies in precision—an elegantly engineered balance between structure and experience. Burj Azizi is envisioned as a landmark of vertical urbanism, a place where one can live, work, play, and dream without ever leaving the tower. The design embraces experiential luxury, offering residents and visitors a journey through spaces that inspire awe and wonder, each one elevated by the exhilaration of height. The architecture itself becomes a cultural and social stage—a new icon in Dubai’s ever-evolving skyline, reinforcing the city’s reputation as a global leader in design and innovation.
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High-Rise Buildings
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High-Rise Buildings
725m.
2nd Heighest Tower in the world
649m.
Heighest Observation Deck in the world
567m.
Heighest Club in the world
544m.
Heighest Restaurant in Dubai
527m.
Heighest Occupied Hotel Room in the World
498m.
Heighest Hotel Lobby in the World
415m.
Heighest Spa in the World
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High-Rise Buildings
Client
Sharqia Development Authority
Project Size
8.6 mil sq.ft / 880,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Sustainable Design Vision
Al-Khobar City Center Urban Regeneration Riyadh, KSA
The redevelopment of Al Khobar’s city center aims to transform the area into a vibrant destination for residents of both the city and the wider Sharqia Province. The design approach focuses on enhancing connectivity, livability, and the overall urban experience through a series of targeted interventions. Central to the plan is the establishment of a strong West-East axis along 1st Street and A Street, forming the main urban spine. This corridor will be enhanced through public realm upgrades and architectural improvements, creating a cohesive and engaging streetscape. The plan also emphasizes the integration of accessible open spaces, ensuring that parks and green areas are within walking distance of residential neighborhoods. These spaces are designed to support community life and promote well-being. Strategic development of vacant lands along the southern and western edges will follow clear design guidelines to strengthen the city’s image and provide a more defined urban edge. Tree planting along key streets will improve walkability, comfort, and visual identity. Ibn Al Jalawy Park will be better connected to the city center, featuring a year-round, climate-controlled arena and carefully integrated development to enhance its role as a major urban asset. Together, these elements create a dynamic, inclusive, and future-ready city center.
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High-Rise Buildings
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High-Rise Buildings
Client Roshn
Project Size
323,000 sq.ft / 30,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Structural Design Sustainable Design Retail Planning & Design
Roshn Al Arous Eastern District Jeddah, KSA
AE7’s design for the Eastern District Center, will offer a place of convenient access, where residents and visitors may wander and enjoy, strolling with family, shopping, and relaxing along green open spaces, amongst a mixed group of people within a sub-urban environment. The Project aims to strike a balance between building typologies and functional requirements to achieve quality experiences for all end users. Al Arous Community is the first integrated residential community by ROSHN in Jeddah. It spans 4M m2 and comprises six (6) districts with a total of 19,000 residential units, an artificial lake/ canal, community amenities, and support services, such as schools, medical, and civic facilities. Within the wider Al Arous Community, The Project is situated at the heart of the Eastern Village District, facing the community’s main entrance (approaching from Al Madinah Road), and surrounded by a clustered urban form that provides an ideal destination for walking, cycling, micro-mobility and scenic drives.
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High-Rise Buildings
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Destination Development
Client
Dubai Municipality
Project Size
Plot size: 6.8 mil sq.ft / 630,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Landscape Architecture Masterplanning Pre-development Studies Project Management Structural Design Sustainable Design
Ras Al Khor Sanctuary Dubai, UAE
Taking into account the site’s designation as a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance, this collection of sculpted structures enriches visitors’ experiences while maintaining the wetland’s ecological integrity. These compelling indoor/outdoor spaces echo the habitat, complementing and blending with their sanctuary surroundings. Circulation and solar studies informed the structural designs, which capitalize on the natural elements, resulting in open-air, self-ventilated systems for each space. Designed to engage all ages throughout all seasons, the structures include places to observe the fauna from the hidden confines of a carefully crafted hide or opportunities to traverse the many trails through the newly developed perimeter visitor zone. A childrens’ eco-village caters to family visitors while the many elegant lookout towers offer a panoramic view of this expansive sanctuary, transforming Ras al Khor into a unique destination for ecotourism. AWARDS
2020 WAN Awards - Gold: Future Projects - Urban Design 2022 Iconic Awards: Urban Planning 2023 - AIA Middle East - Award of Excellence, Architecture Unbuilt 2024 - LANDSCAPE Awards
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Destination Development
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Master Planning
Client
Ithra Dubai
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 Enrichment Project Dubai, UAE
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 Enrichment Project 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
Site Area (sqm)
2,200
Residential Units
77,500
35,400
Total Retail Area (sqm)
Total GLA (sqm)
Hotel Rooms
Parking Spaces
1,400
8,000+
700+ Shops
721,200
Office Area (sqm)
40+
Restaurants
113,000
Vertical Storage Area (sqm)
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Master Planning
Plot 03
Plot 04
(2 residential towers, 1 Office tower and 1 Hotel Tower)
(Retail Podium, Bus Station, Metro Station, Office Tower, Hotel Tower)
Total BUA: 163,650 sqm Total GLA: 4,100 sqm Total GFA: 100,994 sqm No. of Parking: 959 Consist of 4 Mixed use Towers, 1 main plaza
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
Plot 11
Plot 12
Total BUA: 14,000 sqm Total GLA: 1,210 sqm Total GFA: 11,412 sqm No. of Parking: 0 Consist of 3 G+5 Mixed Use Buildings
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
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Plot 14
Total GLA: 9,770 sqm
Total GLA: 1,555 sqm
Total BUA: 108,260 sqm Total GFA: 62,659 sqm No. of Parking: 725
Consist of 13 Mixed use Buildings
Total BUA: 64,300
Total GFA: 42,686 sqm No. of Parking: 393
Consist of 4 Mixed use Buildings
Plot 16
Plot 19
Total GLA: 8,420 sqm
Total GLA: 488 sqm
Total BUA: 60,650 sqm Total GFA: 36,977 sqm No. of Parking: 436
Consist of 14 Mixed use Buildings.
Total BUA: 35,170 sqm Total GFA: 25,187 sqm No. of Parking: 144
Consist of 5 Star Hotel Compound
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Master Planning
Plot 3 - Plaza with dry fountain at the center of a quad including Retail base, 4 Star Hotel, Hotel Apartment Tower, Office Tower and Resid
dential Tower
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Master Planning
Plot 4 - Mixed Use TOD including Metro Station, Retail, Office Tower and Hotel Tower
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Master Planning
Client
DAMAC Properties
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.
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Master Planning
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Master Planning
Land Area
1.3 mil sq.m 14.6 mil sq.ft
GFA
2.1 mil sq.m 23.4 mil sq.ft
Residential Units
Population
Developed Land
Open Space
ROW & Infrastructure
Community Amenities
46%
28%
30,530
22%
57,320
4%
Client
Azizi Developments
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 Dubai, UAE
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.
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Master Planning
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Master Planning
Land Area
737,140 sq.m 7.9 mil sq.ft
GFA
262,000 sq.m 2.8 mil sq.ft
Residential Units
Population
Developed Land
Open Space
ROW & Infrastructure
Community Amenities
47%
22%
864
28%
3,771
3%
Client
Majid Al Futaim
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 Dubai, UAE
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.
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Master Planning
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Master Planning
Land Area
16,500 sq.m 177,200 sq.ft
GFA
9,000 sq.m 96,900 sq.ft
Residential Units
64
BUA
17,400 sq.m 187,300 sq.ft
Project Size
177,200 sq.ft / 16,500 sq.m
Services
Architecture Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Sustainable Design
Cortesin Development Masterplan Casares, Spain
Cortesin residential development is located in a wellknown area named Finca Cortesin, in Casares Costa, Spain. Extraordinary plot with south orientation is located on a small hill overlooking the golf course on the west and the coastline with town Estepona on the south and east. The building mass is designed in 2 building platforms following the north and south plot boundaries. This allows for asymmetric conglomeration of white volumes following the contours and surrounding the central amenities area. Landscaped with a variety of local threes and plants, this serves as main green buffer between platforms. Amenities, designed in collaboration with Missoni, are located around the central pool deck and provide luxurious areas for relaxing, sports and also indoor and outdoor areas dedicated for kids. The rocks excavated on site will be used to build a series of terraces and retaining walls to elevate the amenities pool deck over the lower platform allowing sea view. Development houses 64 luxury units on a land area of 16,465 m2. Two-br to four-br apartments are designed in four two-story buildings. Upper platform units are overlooking the pool deck and sports areas with sea view in the background. Lower platform units also have full sea views and direct access to common areas. Buildings are designed in smaller blocks with individual cores serving 3 units on typical floors, and 1 luxury roof unit with an extended terrace.
AE7
Master Planning
AE7
Master Planning
Client
LEAD Developments
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.
AE7
Master Planning
AE7
Destination Development
Client
Lead Developers
Project Size
498,300 sq.ft / 46,300 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Structural Design Sustainable Design Retail Planning & Design
Souk Jubail Abu Dhabi, UAE
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.
AE7
Destination Development
AE7
Destination Development
Client
Nakheel
Project Size
1.07 million sq.ft / 100,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Site Supervision Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Palm Jumeirah Redevelopment West Beach Dubai, UAE
Palm Jumeirah is the world’s largest man-made island and is comprised of a 2- kilometer long trunk, a crown made up of 17 fronds, and a surrounding crescent, creating the easily recognized “palm” shape. The Palm project was launched in 2001 by Nakheel with land reclamation starting in the same year. Since then, the tourism, leisure and retail elements of the island have been developed, creating a spectacular, world-renowned residential and tourist destination. After almost a decade, the client recognized improvement opportunities to build on the initial masterplan. This included simplifying overall pedestrian accessibility, creating a main trunk boulevard, introducing new retail opportunities, increasing beach activities and elevating brand visibility.
AE7
Destination Development
AE7
Destination Development
Client
Dubai Investment Real Estate
Project Size
1.4 million sq.ft / 130,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Site Supervision Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Danah Bay Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
The mixed-use development on the shores of the man-made Al Marjan Island creates a selfsustainable community that elevates the vacation experience by offering social infrastructure to fulfill the desire for active entertainment or a laid-back relaxation experience. A plethora of common amenities offers community retail, water sports outlets, multiple food and beverage opportunities, and nightlife for those looking for an active experience. Long stretches of pristine beaches, secluded private villas and pools, on the other hand, caters to vacationers looking for a quiet retreat. The overall community consists of landside villas, hotels, and residential buildings. Rather than following a traditional product-based tourist development model the client, the Development of Dubai Investment Real State (DIR), was looking for an experiential destination. The development is diversified and commercially viable through the mixed-use program, placemaking, and elevated buyer experience. It helps enhance DIR’s brand strength and helps buffer its investment from the market slowdown while creating a long-lasting signature destination.
AE7
Residential Developments
Client
Dubai Investment Real Estate
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.
AE7
Residential Developments
AE7
Residential Developments
Client
Dubai Investment Real Estate
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.
AE7
Hospitality
Client
Dubai Investment Real Estate
Project Size
226,000 sq.ft / 21,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Site Supervision Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Danah Bay Hotel & Serviced Apartments Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
The Danah Bay hotel holds on of the prime locations of Al Marjan Island, taking advantage of the sea inlet that creates a beautiful beach for its visitors. The hotel and serviced apartments form a crescentshaped arrangement that enhances visitors’ feeling of comfort and allows for uninterrupted sea views to all guest rooms and apartments. The design mirrors the fluid curves and flowing lines sculpted on the beach sand by wind and water. At the center of the hotel are multiple lounge areas and pools, including a large pool that stretches all the way to the sandy beach. Palm trees and greenery create small oasises throughout the development. The ground floor is lined with food and beverage outlets and is connected to the Avenues – a vibrant retail and dining destination that benefits the guests of the hotel as well as others on the island.
No. of Stars
4 Star Hotel
No. of Rooms
200
Serviced Apartments
100
BUA
21,000 sq.m 226,000 sq.ft
AE7
Hospitality
AE7
Destination Development
Client
Piatt Companies ((formerly Millcraft Investments)
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
Esplanade 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.
AE7
Destination Development
AE7
Destination Development
Client
Dubai Municipality
Project Size
Plot size: 39 mil sq.ft / 3.6 mil sq.m
Services
Architecture Landscape Architecture Masterplanning Sustainable Design
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve Dubai, UAE
Al Marmoom Conservation Reserve stretches along the sands of the vast desert providing a delicate ecosystem for various wild animals, birds, and reptiles. As the government of Dubai is looking to protect its ecological resources, the reserve was seeking to obtain an international conservation status of a biosphere reserve from UNESCO. To achieve this, our team has developed a master plan that identified several key goals – to conserve natural and cultural diversity, promote sustainable use of lands and resources, and use the conservation area for research, monitoring, education, and training. To meet the requirements of the biosphere reserve designation we have developed 3 distinct zones: core, buffer, and traditional. Through careful planning of several core areas, the plan accommodates wildlife populations, undisturbed natural landscapes, and archeological sites – all while integrating with an adjacent military reserve. The buffer zone features a range of structures and activities – inviting visitors to enjoy the wildlife in their natural desert habitat with minimal disturbances. Representing the smallest area within the conservation area, the transitional zone accounts for the adjacent active farms, industrialized and built-up areas. The master plan aids the sanctuary in progressing towards its goal of becoming a biosphere reserve while establishing its viability and attracting new visitors to experience the raw beauty of the reserve.
AE7
Destination Development
Client
Dubai Municipality
Project Size
Plot size: 775 sq.ft / 72 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Landscape Architecture Project Management Structural Design
The Nest – Bird Observation Tower Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai, UAE
“The Nest” – a bird observation tower at Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve – was inspired from an actual bird’s nest pattern. This natural mold was crafted to give visitors the opportunity of a close up view of the sanctuary’s birds. The design also has an added benefit of appearing more familiar to the birds by giving off zero reflections that would otherwise harm the bird’s habitat. The Nest, which is a wood class and steel structure, allows up to 20 people at once to view the wide variety of birds that reside in Al Marmoom Sanctuary. AWARDS Identity Design Award | Outdoor Space
AE7
Destination Development
AE7
Destination Development
Client
Dubai Municipality
Project Size
Plot size: 3,230 sq.ft / 300 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Landscape Architecture Project Management Structural Design
The Dune – Yoga Center
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai, UAE “The Dunes” – a Yoga Center at Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve – was Inspired from the dunes forms, the pavilion consists of three rooms covered by a unifying dune-inspired shading structure that provides shade for the outdoor yoga and viewing areas as well as defining architectural character. The facility includes an air-conditioned yoga room, toilets, changing rooms and utilities. The yoga room opens into an outdoor terraces platforms for yoga and desert viewing taking advantage of the pavilions unique location on a hilly terrain.
AE7
Destination Development
AE7
Destination Development
The Cocoon Bird Observation Tower
Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, Dubai, UAE Another nature-inspired design, “The Cocoon” bird observation tower at Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve is presented as a nest form. This platform consists of two levels of viewing opportunities (an air-conditioned level and an outdoor level), allowing up to 18 people at once. The structure is designed to allow maximum transparency to allow visitors to enjoy the outdoor surroundings and the desert landscape. The diagonal structural pattern provides an intimate view without interrupting the birds. It also protects the sanctuary’s birds from harmful glass reflections.
AE7
Residential Developments
Client
Union Properties
Project Size
436,200 sq.ft / 40,500 sq.m
Building Height
Tower A: G+20 (81 m.) Tower B: G+30 (121 m.) Tower C: G+20 (81 m.)
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Site Supervision Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Takaya Development MotorCity, Dubai, UAE
Takaya Development is a mixed-use project to be built amid MotorCity Duabi. It consists of three residential towers, townhouses and villas sitting on top of a parking podium with luxurious amenities totalling up to 744 residential units, 39 townhouses and 5 villas. The ground floor is enhanced by retail offering that caters to all, through a mix of light and specialized F&B outlets and convenience retail, all interlinked through an arcade and other structural shading elements that draws people coming by car and pedestrians alike to use and enjoy the space.
AE7
Residential Developments
AE7
High-Rise Buildings
Client
Al Fattan Properties
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.
AE7
High-Rise Buildings
AE7
High-Rise Buildings
Client
Al Fattan Properties
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
Al Fattan Sky Towers Dubai, UAE
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.
AE7
High-Rise Buildings
Client
DAMAC Properties
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 Dubai, UAE
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.
AE7
Residential Developments
Client
One Development
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 Dubai, UAE
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.
AE7
Residential Developments
AE7
Residential Developments
Client
IMTIAZ
Project Size
44,200 sqft / 4,100 sqm
Services
Architecture Engineering Interior Design Landscape Architecture Pre-development Studies Sustainable Design
Height
150m G+4P+30
Cove Boulevard by IMTIAZ Dubai, UAE Cove Boulevard designed to facilitate the seamless transition between ambition and ease, progress and pause. Conceived as a mixed-use tower, it integrates 295 residential units and 149 office spaces into a cohesive vertical community. Every element is designed to balance the demands of productivity with the necessity of restoration — spaces that encourage purpose-driven work alongside sanctuaries of comfort. The architecture honors both drive and serenity, creating an environment where growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging are not just possible, but inevitable.
AE7
Residential Developments
AE7
Hospitality
*Photo by Redco International
Client UDC
Project Size
243,760 sq.ft / 22,646 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Features
5 Star Hotel 111 Keys
Corinthia Gewan Island Hotel Doha, Qatar Corinthia Gewan Island Hotel 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 Corinthia Gewan Island Hotel project is an architectural jewel combining urban luxury and neo classical design of architecture. It is strategically located on the arrival of Gewan Island and connected with a 9-hole Golf course development. The project is approximately 25,777m2 of gross built up area for the entire development. It is envisioned that the project will become a unique landmark on the Gewan Island and a benchmark of the high-end hospitality with-in the city. The Hotel is designed carefully ensuring that all guestrooms enjoy direct views onto the sea, golf course, Gewan island and meet the impeccable standard of five-star rated hotels worldwide. It features a total of 111 guest rooms including 6 theme suites and a royal suite. Furthermore, the program features Spa & Wellness Center, fully equipped Gymnasium, All- Day Dining restaurant, fine dining signature restaurants, Golf Club, Kids Club, a beach club showcasing a panoramic view of the sea, ballroom and conference facilities. Beach club facility is surrounded by pools, sea pools extending out from the Gewan Island into the sea, secluded and luxurious chalets, F&B and cigar lounge with stunning views, serving as an oasis for the guest.
No. of Stars
5 Star Hotel
No. of Rooms
111
Serviced Apartments
N/A
BUA
25,800 sq.m 277,700 sq.ft
AE7
Hospitality
AE7
Hospitality
AE7
Hospitality
Client UDC
Project Size
15,650 sq.ft / 1,450 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Porto Arabia Yacht Club Doha, Qatar Porto Arabia Yacht Club is located in the heart of the prime shopping scene of Porto Arabia in the prestigious Pearl-Qatar mixed-use urban development. The project just steps away from the hundreds of local boutiques, restaurants and international luxury retailers with stunning harbor views and the serenity of glittering turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf. Inspired by the sails of Qatari traditional Dhows and framed by the clean minimalistic façade, we are creating a unique experience for all dining guests and club members to enjoy uninterrupted views of the marina with seamlessly connecting outdoor and indoor spaces. The design strategy of the sail is pulling all building components under one protective umbrella, starting with interior spaces and expanding to outdoor decks while making sure that there are unobstructed views of the marina, yachts, and sailboats. Marina club interior space is naturally opening with folding partitions towards an exclusive elevated balcony with the sail protecting the balcony during all seasons of the year for most of the day. This smart and elegant roof solution will significantly reduce building heat gain, allowing for easy roof runoff, cleaning needs and working efficiently with seafront breezes. This roof volume will also provide the required double volume space for the upscale dining experience. The exterior façade will be equipped with an operable folding façade extending the interior space to the climate-controlled outdoor terrace supported by under floor air conditioning while taking into consideration overall building efficiency and operational needs. The facility will provide signature casual and fine-dining destination along with exclusive Members Lounge, Cigar Lounge supplemented with Private lounge and management offices for elite members.
AE7
Hospitality
AE7
Retail
Client UDC
Project Size
6,600 sq.ft / 612 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Pre-Development Studies Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
Kai’s Songbird Restaurant Doha, Qatar Creative freedom extends beyond the flavorful menu of Kai. It is embedded within the interior design of the restaurant itself, creating an unimaginable visual, audio, and sensory experience that will leave guests charmed, fascinated, and in pure awe. From the moment they walk in, guests are greeted with a rich yet delicate symphony of a songbird’s tune, mingling with the lingering smell of green apples stacked from floor to ceiling. Every step moving through a corridor demands one to be nothing but mesmerized, escorted by an open, soulenriching view of Porto Arabia through the floor-to-ceiling expansive windows. The end of the corridor breaks into a realm where the glittering Arabian sea meets a mystical and timeless setting inspired by Mayfair’s lush gardens and charming glass conservatories of London, imbued with crystal birds and raindrops hanging from the ceiling, diffracting sunlight into sparkles of color, glistening off the walls. Every glance will have guests enchanted. With a climate controlled outdoor terrace accompanied by a breathtaking view of the coastal marina and smell of fresh flowers, guests can enjoy the magical offering of Kai’s Songbird independent of seasons or weather.
AE7
Retail
AE7
Hospitality
Client
Meydan Group
Project Size
3,767 sq.ft / 350 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Interior Design Site Supervision Vision
Meydan Hotel & Grandstand Renovations Dubai, UAE Meydan Hotel and Grandstand hosts the world’s richest horse race, the World Cup. This fivestar facility has been in use for a number of years, but AE7, along with the client, identified several technical and operational challenges for the hotel. A strategy has been established to improve hotel use and event-day experience. The key to a successful renovation for a fully-functioning five-star hotel has been close coordination with Meydan, proactively identifying upcoming events and planning construction around these events to avoid inconveniences and maximize opportunities. The first stages of improvement involved the majlis, mostly used by the Royal Family, along with associated food and beverage support facilities. The remainder of the hotel will be improved in phases to upgrade all public spaces.
AE7
Hospitality
Ground Floor Renovations
AE7
Hospitality
3rd Floor Renovations
AE7
Hospitality
6th Floor Renovations
AE7
Healthcare
Client
Mubadala
Project Size
64,500 sq.ft / 6,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Infrastructure Design Interior Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Pre-Development Studies Site Supervision Structural Design Sustainable Design Vision
The Imperial College of London Diabetes Center, Al Ain, UAE
Imperial College London Diabetes Center (ICLDC) leads the way in evidence-based protocols for diabetes treatment, prevention and education in Abu Dhabi. Phase II will provide services for patients in Al Ain as well as the Northern Emirate. The design team developed a layout to build upon the ICLDC’s priority to improve and enhance the patient experience. The new design also reflects a patient-focused approach: Especially when providing diabetes-related healthcare, an efficient and smooth-flowing sequence of treatment and consultation focuses on the individual needs of each patient. AE7’s design supports this principle at every stage of patient care.
AE7
Healthcare
AE7
Corporate & Commercial
Client
Burns and Scalo
Project Size
375,000 sq.ft / 34,900 sq.m
Services
Architecture Interior Design Project Management Sustainable Design Vision
The Vision on Fifteenth Pittsburgh, PA
The Vision on Fifteenth is a eight-story, mixed-use building that features high ground floor ceilings with a variety of spaces for commercial office, retail, laboratories, and R&D tenants. The building 28,000 SF floor plates are designed for flexibility to accommodate single or multiple tenants. Situated in a prime location in Pittsburgh’s rapidly developing Strip District, the project is only a few blocks from the downtown core and one block from the riverfront. While the building offers variety of dynamic spaces with picturesque city and river views in a highly accessible and visible location, its design complements the existing context through its strategic use of building massing and materials. Rooted in the masonry warehouse vernacular of the surrounding Strip District, the building is contextually sited at its base and transforms to a more contemporary material palette of glass and metal on the higher floors. This helps the project speak to both the transitional nature and development of both the Strip District and Pittsburgh as a whole. The program consists of 275,000 SF of commercial office space, 5,000 SF of street level retail, and 20,000 SF research and development space. The building amenities include a 5,000 SF reception space with co-working area, recreation, cafe, security, fitness center, and a lounge. The outdoor amenities include a number of occupiable terraces for office tenants and activated parklet with public art installation. Set to occupy an existing surface parking lot, the development will also include multimodal transportation accommodations consisting of 384 parking spaces, bike storage spaces, as well as a bike and electric scooter sharing program for both project tenants and the general public.
AE7
Corporate & Commercial
AE7
Education
Project Size
376,730 sq.ft / 35,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Architecture Engineering Interior Design Landscape Infrastructure Sustainable Design Vision
K-12 School Case Study Emirati School Prototype
The Emirati School Prototype caters to Cycles 2 & 3 or Grades 5 to 12. The prototype school is designed to be repeated on many plots within Dubai and Northern Emirates. The site proposed is located in Ajman, where the first one of this prototype school shall be constructed. The School consists of an Administration Block, Girls & Boys Classroom Wings, Laboratories, Library, Cafeteria, Multipurpose Hall, outdoor Sports Fields, and future expansion of a Auditorium & Swimming Pool. AE7’s Vision for the proposed Emirati School Prototype is to create a scheme that: •
Aligns with the client vision to achieve a flexible design template of high quality schools at various locations in UAE,
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Inspires the next generation inventors and change makers by providing an appropriate built environment that attracts young students,
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Focuses on the school of the future as a culture built around learning.
AE7
Education
Main Entrance (Arrival)
Entry View (Assembly / Play Area)
Community Sports
Initiative to use School Playgrounds, Bus Parking for community sports & gatherings after school hours.
Sports Complex
Atrium View
AE7
Education
Project Size
15,000 sqft / 1,400 sqm
Services
Architecture Pre-Development Studies
Rosemary Heyl Theatre Antonian Hall Renovation Study Carlow University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Built on a steep incline facing a busy thoroughfare, Carlow University’s 1950s-era theater was in need of an upgrade to both improve its aesthetic condition and address its accessibility deficiencies. The planned renovation of the theater provides a user-friendly, world-class performance space while also capitalizing on the building’s location to create a striking first impression of the University. In the updated design, a contemporary facade with angled panels of glass, steel, and concrete replaces the flat red brick wall. More importantly, the updated envelope shifts the entrance’s access to the adjoining road, creating more accessible entrances for individuals and vehicles. The updated theater better accommodates community events for both the university and outside institutions looking for a flexible space to rent. This design more than doubles the current lobby and reception area with an additional pre-function space. The revamped lobby is dramatically opened to the street through new floor-to-ceiling windows, bringing in the urban streetscape and allowing passersby to admire the theater’s interior and bustling activity.
AE7
Education
Client
Cincinnati State Technical Community College
Project Size
215,000 sq.ft / 20,000 sq.m
Services
Architecture Engineering Interior Design Landscape Architecture Masterplanning
Cincinnati State College Ohio, USA
Designed to be the new home for the college’s Information Technology and Culinary Arts programs, this new 20,000-square-meter facility was planned in accordance with sustainable concepts, ranging from heat recovery measures to condensation recovery. The facility houses student lounges, academic offices, classrooms, and state-of-the-art audio/visual facilities, while providing over 700 parking spaces in an attached car park. To reflect the prominence of the college, the center’s design provides a unique and identifiable image for the campus. Some of the AE7 partners were involved in design and management of the project while working at Burt Hill’s USA offices.
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All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form by any electronic or mechanical means without permission in writing from the AE Seven Morse Architecture & Engineering Consultancies co. 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.
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