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Wheel Shaped Hotel

Dubai Promenade

— January 12, 2008 — Art & Design
Dubai property developer Nakheel announced the construction of the world's first wheel-shaped hotel this week.

The Dubai Promenade is a new waterfront community in development, and one of these buildings will be a five-star hotel shaped like a donut.

"The hotel's unprecedented shape and structure will be spectacular and no other skyline in the world offers anything like it," the hotel's senior general manager, Ali Bin Damithan said.

With stunning view of Dubai's shoreline and of The Palm Jumeirah, the Promenade will be located between the ocean and the Dubai Marina. It's expected that upon completion, the Promenade will be home to about 10,000 residents in over 2,000 residential units.

"The development places an emphasis on open space and waterfront lifestyle with an expansive promenade opening up the seafront to residents and visitors," Casa Dubai explained. "In addition to a selection of commercial and residential towers, cafes, restaurants and retail offerings will span the length of the entire waterfront. Dubai Promenade will have its own marina with more than 60 berths."

The images show loft-like architecture, with high ceilings and enormous windows to let in maximum daylight and offer breathtaking views.

They expect to complete construction by mid-2008.
Trend Themes
1. Wheel-shaped Architecture - An opportunity for architects and designers to create unique and innovative buildings, such as hotels, offices, and residential spaces, that stand out for their eye-catching shapes and disruption from traditional box-shaped buildings.
2. Luxury Waterfront Living - An opportunity for real estate developers and hospitality companies to capitalize on high-end waterfront properties and offer residents and visitors unique experiences through exceptional design, amenities, and services.
3. Iconic Landmarks - An opportunity for cities and countries to invest in creating iconic landmarks and attractions that draw tourists and investors, while also promoting the local culture and identity.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - A chance for hospitality companies, particularly those focused on luxury hotels, to leverage unique architectural designs that set their properties apart and offer guests a memorable stay.
2. Real Estate - An opportunity for real estate developers to explore innovative and non-traditional building shapes and designs that stand out and enhance the value of their properties.
3. Tourism - An opportunity for tourism boards and agencies to attract visitors by promoting iconic landmarks and attractions that offer unique and memorable experiences in their destination.
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