# 516 Meter Highrises The Pentominium Dubai to be the Apex in Luxury Living By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-09-16 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentominium-dubai References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2009/09/pentominium-dubai-by-aedas.html) & [aedas](http://www.aedas.com/MiddleEast/Pentominium) International architectural firm Aedas is proposing to build the Pentominium Dubai, in Dubai Marina, and if realized, it would potentially be the tallest residential tower in the world. The extremely thin tower will rise 516 meters and will hold a Sky Lounge, Sky Pool, business centre, a private observation deck, segregated health clubs, a cigar lounge, a banqueting hall and private theatre. In addition to the state-of-the-art amenities and luxurious residences, all public areas in the Pentominium Dubai will be crystallized by Swarovski and each unit will be fitted with sound equipment from Bang & Olufsen. In order to best deal with challenges posed by both the weather and the proximity of the surrounding buildings, the Pentominium Dubai will have two sides built between a shared core. One side of the building will be staggered in shape allowing for privacy and structural stability. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Tall Residential Towers:** The trend of constructing extremely tall residential towers is an opportunity for architects and developers to create innovative and luxurious living spaces. - **Luxury Amenities:** The trend of incorporating high-end amenities like sky lounges, private theaters, and branded collaborations presents an opportunity for companies in the hospitality and real estate industries to offer exclusive and premium experiences. - **Structural Innovation:** The trend of using innovative construction techniques, such as staggered building designs, to overcome challenges like weather and proximity to surrounding buildings creates opportunities for architects and engineers to push the boundaries of design and functionality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** The architecture industry has an opportunity to lead the design and construction of tall residential towers, incorporating luxurious amenities and innovative structural solutions. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can capitalize on the trend of luxury amenities in residential towers by offering services and experiences tailored to affluent residents who value exclusivity and high-end living. - **Real Estate:** The real estate industry can leverage the trend of tall residential towers and luxury amenities to attract high net worth individuals looking for luxurious and innovative living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sky-Garden Leisure Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sobha-skyparks.md) - [Diamond-Inspired Luxe Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-miami.md) - [Mixed-Use Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inaura.md) - [Ski Resort Crystalline Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trojena-ski-resort.md) - [Eco-Conscious Slim Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil.md) - [Waterfront Residential Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peninsula-dubai.md) - [Oceanfront Luxe Residential Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armani-beach-residences.md) - [Tall Beachfront Residential Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bentley-motors.md) - [Elevated Coastal Living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armani-beach-residences-1.md)