Meraas appoints Al-Futtaim Carillion as project contractors for Phase-1 of 'The Avenue'

United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, December 06 - 2011 at 16:05

Meraas, a Dubai-based real estate company, today announced it has appointed Al-Futtaim Carillion as project contractors for phase-1 of 'The Avenue', which is part of a three-phase project spanning 1.1 kilometers at a prime location in Dubai.

The agreement was signed between Omar Delawar, Chief Technical Officer, Meraas, and Zafar Khan, Finance Director of Al-Futtaim Carillion. Senior officials from Dewan Architects and Engineers, consultants to the project, were also present during the occasion.

Launched at Cityscape Dubai 2011, phase-1 of 'The Avenue' will take shape at the crossroads of Al Wasl Road and Safa Road. Upon its completion in Q3-2012, the 350-meter retail strip will include a dynamic mix of top retail brands, as well as convenience stores and food and beverage outlets. The project's three phases will extend up to Sheikh Zayed Road.

A spokesperson from Meraas said: "We are pleased to award the contract for phase-1 of the 'The Avenue' to Al-Futtaim Carillion, a homegrown company that has overseen the development of many key projects in the UAE. Backed by their track record and experience, we are confident of shaping 'The Avenue' into a distinctive project that will add a new dimension to Dubai's world-renowned retail landscape."

A spokesperson from Al-Futtaim Carillion said "The prestigious contract demonstrates strong confidence in our capabilities. Our expertise, backed by decades of experience and support from our principals will enable our project teams to meet the highest levels of delivery standards at The Avenue."

Meraas is a Dubai-based real estate company with operations and assets in the UAE and abroad. It operates with a mission to create integrated master-planned communities that embody global standards of sustainability and quality.

http://www.ameinfo.com/283359.html

R

^^ Good find, thanks for sharing :)

http://www.arabianbusiness.com/incoming/article434980.ece/BINARY/theavenue.jpg

Dewan Architects & Engineers said on Tuesday it has been awarded a consultancy contract for the design and supervision of The Avenue, a retail development by Dubai-based Meraas.

The deal follows the announcement by Meraas that Al-Futtaim Carillion has been appointed as project contractors for phase one of the project.

The Avenue will include "a dynamic mix of top retail brands, including a well-known branded anchor supermarket", a statement said.

It will also include various F&B outlets and restaurants and a healthcare clinic and is the first phase of a three-phase project spanning 1.1km stretching between Al Wasl Road and leading to Sheikh Zayed Road, the statement added.
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The project is scheduled for completion by the third quarter of 2012, and will also include outdoor landscaping, water features and green spaces.

Mohamed Al Assam, founder, chairman and managing director of Dewan, said: "The Avenue Retail Development is an exciting new project and we will be working closely with Meraas, aligning our design objectives with their goals, to ensure that it is delivered to the highest standards."

He added: "Dubai's retail property sector is proving increasingly stable and sustainable after the financial crisis, a fact that has led to a boost in investor confidence. With reports indicating significant growth in the sector, we are optimistic about the future."

Dewan is a regional architectural and engineering design firm with offices in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Qatar, and the Philippines.

thanks for posting that pic gevorika78!

Where did u find this and that other render for dubai promenade?

R

http://www.arabianbusiness.com/incoming/article434980.ece/BINARY/theavenue.jpg

Dewan Architects & Engineers said on Tuesday it has been awarded a consultancy contract for the design and supervision of The Avenue, a retail development by Dubai-based Meraas.

The deal follows the announcement by Meraas that Al-Futtaim Carillion has been appointed as project contractors for phase one of the project.

The Avenue will include "a dynamic mix of top retail brands, including a well-known branded anchor supermarket", a statement said.

It will also include various F&B outlets and restaurants and a healthcare clinic and is the first phase of a three-phase project spanning 1.1km stretching between Al Wasl Road and leading to Sheikh Zayed Road, the statement added.
Click here to find out more!

The project is scheduled for completion by the third quarter of 2012, and will also include outdoor landscaping, water features and green spaces.

Mohamed Al Assam, founder, chairman and managing director of Dewan, said: "The Avenue Retail Development is an exciting new project and we will be working closely with Meraas, aligning our design objectives with their goals, to ensure that it is delivered to the highest standards."

He added: "Dubai's retail property sector is proving increasingly stable and sustainable after the financial crisis, a fact that has led to a boost in investor confidence. With reports indicating significant growth in the sector, we are optimistic about the future."

Dewan is a regional architectural and engineering design firm with offices in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Qatar, and the Philippines.



^^ Looks impressive!!

Credit to PG for finding this:

http://static.worldarchitecturenews.com/news_images/18338_1_Dewan1.jpg

http://static.worldarchitecturenews.com/news_images/18338_2_Dewan%202.jpg



http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/index.php?fuseaction=wanappln.projectview&upload_id=18338


Wednesday 14 Dec 2011

Global architectural and engineering firm Dewan has shared the first images of its newest project in Dubai with WAN: The Avenue Retail Development. Having signed a consultancy contract with Dubai-based retail estate development company Meraas, plans are to press forward with this high profile project as completion is scheduled for the third quarter of 2012.

This 350m stretch of commercial outlets is the first in a three-phase development scheme stretching 1.1km between Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road, and will incorporate a range of retail brands, a major supermarket complex, various food and beverage outlets, and a healthcare clinic.

Speaking on the major development, Mohamed Al Assam, Founder, Chairman and Managing Director of Dewan explained: “Dubai’s retail property sector is proving increasingly stable and sustainable after the financial crisis, a fact that has led to a boost in investor confidence. This, in turn, is providing impetus to the industry’s growth momentum. With reports indicating significant growth in the sector, we are optimistic about the future.”

Supporting the retail outlets will be external seating with extensive landscaping, water features and various green spaces. Once completed late next year, the development will cover 12,800 sq m of the 53,000 sq m plot, leaving adequate room for future expansion. Contractors for phase 1 have been announced as Al-Futtaim Carillion.

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DEWAN Architects & Engineers http://www.dewan-architects.com/


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so sweet they thought of the valet parking space, right by the entrance:) encouraging our horrible habits. beautifully designed project, but another empty place in the summer.

so sweet they thought of the valet parking space, right by the entrance:) encouraging our horrible habits. beautifully designed project, but another empty place in the summer.

I agree...all this open air stuff wont be very nice to visit in the summer!

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There are already boards near the ENBD bldg on wasl rd.

credit to The King for finding this:

http://i41.tinypic.com/35d5jc0.jpg

R

Very fast , some parts already rising there.

from today!

http://i44.tinypic.com/5ez485.jpg

R

^^ Really quick! :eek: Thanks for the update!