Sorouh-Tameer J/V Awards Gate District Design Contract to Khatib & Alami Design Consultancy

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Sorouh Real Estate and Tameer Holding announced that they have awarded the AED 85.6 Million detailed design contract for the prestigious 'Gate District' Towers 3-8 to leading design consultancy Khatib & Alami (K&A). Sorouh Real Estate and Tameer Holding, the two leading real estate companies of the UAE, entered into a strategic partnership in September last year by signing a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) to establish a joint venture company to develop six of the eight 'Gate District' towers. Integral to the flagship 'SHAMS Abu Dhabi' development on Reem Island, 'The Gate District' comprises 8 towers of unparalleled scale and uniqueness. Integrating luxury high rise residences, contemporary office space, exclusive shopping experiences and world class hotel accommodation, the 'Gate District' will provide unrivaled sea and city views for residents and visitors alike. This unprecedented Gate District mixed-use development will boast 1.17 million sq-ft of office space, alongside over 1.08 million sq-ft of exceptional retail, hotel and amenity space serving both the local 'SHAMS Abu Dhabi' community, and Abu Dhabi. Dr. Adnan Sahli, Executive Director of Projects for Sorouh Real Estate commented: "Their appointment follows a closed tender from a shortlist of pre-selected consultants. K&A were selected for having the best technical and financial offer, and we have every confidence that K&A understands and shares our vision for this unique project". The Gate District is much more than just a place to live or work; it is a complete living experience. With a mixed portfolio of over 4.43 million sq-ft of residential space, 'The Gate District' offers a unique living and work environment. The development's unique architectural identity will be enhanced 60 storeys above the ground by a bridge linking Towers 3 to 6. Once complete, this bridge will house a variety of luxury amenities, including an exclusive signature club. Abdallah Shaaban, Chief Executive Officer of Tameer Abu Dhabi said: "The selection of a world-renowned firm in the caliber of Khatib and Alami to design the Gate District is consistent with the importance and high visibility of such an iconic development. Furthermore, we believe that this project marks another important milestone in the strategic partnership established between Sorouh and Tameer. Projects such as the Gate District are bound to strengthen both companies' reputations, not just as the leading property developers in the UAE but more importantly as the leading community developers". While K&A will be undertaking the detailed design plan of The Gate District' Towers 3-8, the concept design was originally developed by Bernardo Fort-Brescia, Managing Director of Arquitectonica. With its unprecedented scale and distinct architectural design, The Gate District is already renowned throughout the region, and indeed the rest of the world. "We aim to provide our clients with impressive and state-of-the art developments that will highlight the Abu Dhabi landscape. The Gate District is scheduled for completion in 2011 and we are certain that K&A will deliver a quality development on schedule." added Abdallah Shaaban of Tameer. Located alongside the phenomenal Sky Tower and its sister tower, currently under construction, The Gate District will significantly enhance the Abu Dhabi skyline, and serve as a breathtaking welcome to SHAMS Abu Dhabi.

 

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