Ciel Tower is one of the architectural marvels that will soon adorn the skyline of Dubai- a city famous for its towering skyscrapers. Once delivered in the first half of 2024, Ciel Tower shall be the tallest hotel in the world with an architectural height of 360+ meters and consisting of 82 floors.
The architectural work of the Ciel Tower has been designed by the NORR Group, and is expected to capture the elegance of today’s high rise structures. The tower itself will be stylish and contemporary with 1,042 guestrooms, including 150 suites and exceptional services and features. A special emphasis is the sky terrace, which is planned to be situated on the 81st floor with a bar and an infinity pool that will allow viewing the panoramas of the Dubai Marina, the Arabian Gulf, and the Palm Jumeirah. The architectural design also includes a 300-meter-high inner court with the landscape terraces vertically organized to ensure ventilation and to accommodate communal zones. This unique concept not only makes the building more beautiful but also helps to save environment and energy resources.
Project overview
The construction of Ciel Tower has been going on though there are difficulties due to the Covid-19 pandemic across the world. The main structure of the building is almost finished at 99% while the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) works are at 80%. Façade bracket works are completed up to 72nd floor level and Curtain Wall work is up to 70th floor level. Also the tiling work is in progress and is 66% complete, and the work on the wall partitions and plastering is 97% complete. The construction team has also advanced in other aspects of the interior design of the tower. The conveyance system installation is 53% completed, and the fixation of steel trusses in the atrium is fully done. These advancement keep the project on track for the 2024 opening of the facility.
Luxury and Amenities
With Ciel Tower on the way, luxury hospitality in Dubai will feel renewed. In addition, apart from the sky terrace alone, the hotel will feature various eating joints, a fitness center, a spa facility, and business centers. Every room and suite is thoughtfully planned and styled to meet and even exceed the needs of the contemporary traveler and features design touches inspired by the emirate’s traditions and spirit.
It has an observation deck on the 81st floor that will allow visitors to have a perfect view of the essential landmarks such as the Palm Jumeirah and the Arabian Gulf. Another interesting feature would be the infinity pool and bar with a view towards the rooftop from the 76th floor.
Economic and Tourism Impact
The following are the predicted effects of Ciel Tower on Dubai; Ciel Tower will positively and significantly affect the tourism and hospitality sectors in Dubai. The added tourism capacity of the tower will help Dubai in its vision that the city will aim to receive 25 million tourists per year by the year 2025. It will also generate many employment opportunities in the areas of construction, hotelier, and other services hence generating employment and growing the economy.
Ciel Tower is a business, it is a commercial tower, but it is much more than just another tall building; It is the spirit of Dubai. It will not only be on the list of the most attractive tourist destinations once it opens in 2024 but also an emblem of pride for Dubai. This architectural structure is the epitome of the city’s determination to strive for the best when it comes to both hospitality and architectural designs.
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