Construction is now ongoing for a new office and retail tower in the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) district. Designed by Foster + Partners, the 1.5 million square foot ICD Brookfield Place has finally broken ground and is anticipated for a completion in late 2018.
"The beginning of construction at ICD Brookfield Place marks the next phase of one of Dubai's most prestigious developments at the DIFC," said Fosters + Partners senior executive partner Grant Brooker.
He continued, "We were honored to be chosen by ICD Brookfield to design a project that we believe will become a new social focus for Dubai, combining world class office space with a major civic plaza."
"Our aim is to enhance the urban character of the DIFC, putting public spaces at the very heart of the design. The new office tower - on target to achieve a LEED Gold rating - is shaped to reflect the sunlight, and is surrounded by a rich mix of easily accessible terraced spaces, that create a vibrant and lively extension to the DIC," Brooker explained.
As it turns out, the tower will not only have several amenities for its guests, but the best ones available too. Design Boom reports:
"The mixed-use development includes a 53-story tower that comprises over 900,000 square feet of Grade A lettable office space, adjacent to a 150,000 square foot retail center with shopping, dining, fitness, and private club facilities. Three executive sky view suits at the top of the tower feature multiple terraces and an open garden with views of the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. The office tower and retail building will be connected by several pedestrian pathways and a 31-meter high 18,000 square foot landscaped public realm that will showcase a range of arts and cultural events."
Check out renderings of ICD Brookfield Place by clicking on the links below!
