# 7 Star Dubai Hotel Luxury Living In A Funnel By cosio55 | Published 2007-09-18 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seven-star-jungle-new-dubai-hotel References: [building](http://www.building.co.uk/story.asp?storycode=3095392&origin=bldgdailynews) Dubai has become notorious for its luxury architecture. Now a new project is being developed by Sybarite Architects after a major hotel group offered to help with the funding. The 28 floor building will be located 300m from the coast, accessible only by helicopter or boat. The [seven star hotel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocco-forte-house) will have 438 [luxury suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/address-beach-resort) as well as an art gallery, sumptuous spa facilities and an underwater restaurant! "To top it off, the top two floors would house a temperature-controlled butterfly jungle with tropical species," Building reports. "Its unique structural design has not yet garnered a nickname, but Building staff have variously named it 'The Rollmop', 'The Pringle' and 'The Funnel'." Check out some more luxury architecture: ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Luxury Architecture:** There is an opportunity for architects and developers to create luxury structures that are unique and out of the box to attract high-end clients who are looking for differentiated experiences. - **Exclusive and Gifted Services:** Creating specialized and exclusive services will cater to the high-end clients who are looking for a unique experience during their stay and may be willing to pay more for it. - **Local Art and Culture Integration:** Integrating local art and cultural experiences within the luxury hotels can enhance guest experiences and provide a new dimension to their stay in the region. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Luxury hotels continue pushing the envelope for high-end travel experiences to offer unique and differentiated services that appeal to a niche market. - **Real Estate:** The demand for luxury, high-end real estate is on the rise, leading to an opportunity for developers and architects to create unique and luxurious properties for discerning buyers. - **Fine Arts:** The integration of art galleries and cultural experiences within luxury hotels will provide a platform for local artists to showcase their work to an audience of international guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Diamond-Inspired Luxe Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-miami.md) - [Sci-Fi Coastal Hotel Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epicon.md) - [Mixed-Use Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inaura.md) - [Highway-Side Narrow Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil-skyscraper.md) - [Eco-Conscious Slim Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muraba-veil.md) - [Sky-Garden Leisure Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sobha-skyparks.md) - [Opulent UAE-Based Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sobha-realty.md) - [Elevated Coastal Living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armani-beach-residences-1.md) - [Oceanfront Luxe Residential Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armani-beach-residences.md)