ARCH ITECTURE
THE UNEXPECTED
AL MARJAN ISLAND
UNEXPECTED
HOTEL & RESIDENCE
“ICONIC DESIGN OF THE YEAR”
BY UAE REALTY AWARDS 2024
The Unexpected Hotels & Residences was born with the aim of being a hotel like no other.
A unique space where guests have unforgettable experiences from check-in to check-out.
Focused on the urban and vacation tourism segment, where luxury, music, and irreverence blend together to shape every corner of the hotel.
OVERVIEW
BRIEF
DAR Consultant | Almal Developer
Al Marjan Island | UAE
Plot 12,500 m2 | 2B + G + 7
270 Hotel Units | 84 Residential Units
STAGES
Pre-Concept | Concept Design
ROLE & TASKS
Concept | Massing | Facade Design
Perspectives | Material Selection
1 FACADE DESIGN
VIEW ANALYSIS
Creating a U-shape format for collective gathering & maximizing views
SOUND WAVES
The focal point of the stage, reverbing sound into the form of the building
USHUAÏA EXPERIENCE
Creating a wide central opening that invites patrons to join the collective
SUSTAINABILITY
Louvers, green terraces and double glazing improve building performance
MASS
DESIGN OPTIONS
OPTION 01
Strengths | Reflect USHUAÏA brand and its origin - VIP vews for the concert
Challenges | Number of units less by 20% - Guests acess to VIP booths
OPTION 02 APPROVED
Strengths | Design that reflect uae nature - Grand opening as feature entrance
Challenges | Number of units less by 10% - Value engineering for the opening
Fabric rib ceiling fixed on steel structure | multi-color.
Clear glass handrail + hot dip galvanized metal railing | black color.
Aluminum strip ceiling | wood texture.
Double-layer glass side coated with metal film.
FLOOR PLANS
OCEAN
RASHID MARINA
POINT
MARINA & YACHTS
Rashid Yachts & Marina is the new global destination for yacht owners to experience Dubai’s buzzing scene in an elegant environment where beauty and luxury collide. Designed to encapsulate the ultimate waterfront architecture, it combines luxury residences and a full-service marina with an appealing mix of restaurants and shops, creating a unique definition of living at sea.
SAILS INTO THE A Unique
THE FUTURE
World-Class
SUPERYACHT HUB
OVERVIEW
BRIEF
DAR Consultant | EMAAR Developer
Dubai | UAE
Plot 16,200 m2 | G + 8
STAGES
Pre-Concept | Concept Design
ROLE & TASKS
Layout Design | Coordination
Authority Submission | Massing
Facade Design | Perspectives
Material Selection
1 LAYOUT DESIGN
RESEARCH & ANALYSIS CALCULATIONS
Identify project program, view and sun analysis and communicate with client - start zoning and sketching
Areas (Built Up - Gross - Sellable)
Parking requirels slots - Apartments mix
ROI - Return of investment
AUTHORITY SUBMISSION COORDINATION
Coordinate between structure, MEP and other sub-consultants to ensure safety and feasibility
Perpare and submit authority report and checking building meet DBC - Dubai building code requirments
Strengths | Each block has a private landscape - Townhouse nearby the main road
Challenges | Some views are not prefered - Didn’t utilize the main road
OPTION 02 APPROVED
Strengths | Better viwes for surrounding - Townhouse near pools & landscape
Challenges | Multiple entrances
BLOCK A - TYPICAL Floor Plan
TYPICAL Floor Plan
AMENITIES
BLOCK A
TOWNHOUSE
BLOCK B
ايروس SYRIA PAVILION
ايروس PAVILION
WWW.MAKSOUD-ARCHITECTS.COM/EN/PAGE35/PRIZES
Expo Milan 2015 was a globally renowned international exposition held in Milan, Italy. Themed “Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life,” it brought together countries, organizations, and visitors from around the world to explore and address the challenges of food sustainability and security.
OVERVIEW
BRIEF
2nd Award | Competition
Expo Milan 2015 | ITALY
Plot 1,500 m2
BRIEF
Based On The Theme Of Expo Milan 2015 (Feeding The Planet, Energy For Life), The Syrian Pavilion Focuses On The Richness And Diversity Of Its Territories, The Pavilion Represents The Fusion Between Syrian Traditional Food And Innovative Handcrafts.
The entrance genesis from three stripes twist among each other to form olive tree trunk; The olive tree holds great significance in the Mediterranean region, and in Syria alone, there exist over 100 million olive trees.
DESIGN NARRATIVE
This pathway lead visitors up from the main entrance, through outdoor exhibit spaces, workshop areas as a shape of Green olives.
The entrance genesis from three stripes twist among each other to form olive tree trunk.
THEME CANOPY
SUSTAINABILITY
Incorporating traditional Arabic and Islamic motifs into the ground design as a homage to Syria’s rich cultural heritage.
Integrating sustainable materials, such as wood, into the construction while incorporating a disassemblable canopy for shading purposes.
FOREST
Green is often associated with nature, growth, and harmony. Incorporating green hues in the pavilion’s design can create a sense of serenity, freshness, and a connection to the surrounding environment.
EARTHY
Brown represents the earth, stability, and warmth. By incorporating brown tones in the design, it can create a grounding effect, providing a sense of stability & comfort to visitors.
PATTERN
Islamic patterns have a rich history and are deeply rooted in the heritage of the region. Exploring the patterns can spark curiosity, encourage learning, and inspire creativity.
TAYER HIGHRISE
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Retail + Offices + Residential
G + 9P + 60
DEYYAR RESIDENCE
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Residential
Plot 7,000 m2 | G + 2P + 10
MALPANI RESIDENCE
JVC | UAE
Residential
Plot 1,500 m2 | G + 5P + 12
Dubai South | UAE
512 Villas
Plot 167,000 m2 | G + 1
EMAAR COMPOUND
Al-Khobar | KSA
Commercial
Plot 2,700 m2 | 8 Shops
Al-Khobar | KSA
Residential
Plot 760 m2 | 2 Floors
HOKAIR VILLA
UPSCALA STRIP MALL
RWAAD SCHOOL
Cairo | Egypt
Educational
Plot 4,800 m2 | 5 Floors
AL-ANOUD RESIDENCE
Al-Khobar | KSA
Retail + Residential
Plot 3,250 m2 | G + 3
ARCHITECTURE COMPETITIONS
HONOURABLE MENTION
CARRARA THERMAL BATHS
Tuscany | ITALY
Brief | The main intention of the project was to leave the appearance of the quarry as untouched as possible.
With the respect to nature, the architecture wassupposed to be unnoticeable, as if it is scared of touching the beautiful stone.
COOL SCHOOL
Mongolia
Brief | Waking up in the morning with temperatures of -45c, our main concern was to create a really cool school for those kids, a school that would make them eager to get out of their cozy beds everyday and be there even with such a sever climate.