i saw a video of this project in ary digital there is 10 min and the projest is very exiting. there was so many residential highrise .
this is a project by dha islamabad and alghurair group .
I HAVE ALSO RECORD THE VIDEO BUT I DON4T KNOW HOW TO DOWLOAD IT IN MY COMPUTER .

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here is their website : http://www.alghurairgiga.com/

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ISLAMABAD IS DEVELOPING

this project is dhai pahse 2 and it already started

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I heard theres also a 90-Storey building in there!

Thank god, something atlast for the capital.

good thing is construction had already started.

I heard theres also a 90-Storey building in there!

Actually there Isnt, when I saw the advert in the paper the first thing I saw was 90 storey "23 Marina" and i was like :eek2: Then I read the whole thing and it said "the outstanding projects by these companies include 90 storey....." 23 Marina is actually U/C in Dubai 23 Marina, Dubai (http://www.emporis.com/en/wm/bu/?id=230723)

Thank god, something atlast for the capital.

Now Islamabad will have atleast 15 buildings in the 20 tallest buildings in pakistan list.
BTW atleast 6 towers look 40 storey in the advert in the paper but on the website the tallest seems to be 32 storeys tall.

Now Islamabad will have atleast 15 buildings in the 20 tallest buildings in pakistan list.
BTW atleast 6 towers look 40 storey in the advert in the paper but on the website the tallest seems to be 32 storeys tall.
Still not bad for a city used to just, i suppose 19 storey buildings.

these buildings arnt in islamabad there in rawalpindi.

Really? That sucks, Pindi doesnt need these buildings!

I would prefer these in Islamabad since its a capital but I wouldn't mind if they are in rawalpindi either. But this is an awesome project.

no these ARE in Islamabad, pindi is NOT Isloo, OK i seen it on ARY 2 but not the 10 min ad just the 2 min 1, and its in Isloo.

Well peoples you can say that these buildings are actually in Rawalpindi but they claim to be part of Islamabad just to increase the value of the land, this project is adjacent to Bahria Scheme in Rawalpindi, but they have somehow included them in the Islamabad and you can guess by who is patron of all these schemes ARMY, and Mush is also patronising the DHA Islamabad project, and remember this project is not for poor but will facilitate the military first and then come the second class citizen of Pakistan called CIVILIANS, my cousin is Major in Army and has over 15 years of service and he was telling me that at the moment the plots are distributed among the people who have over 21 years of service with the Army and it will take him years to get the plot in this scheme, the ordinary plot for him is costing 2.5 million Rs. and its market value is around 8 million Rs.

I also saw the video of this project on ARY
Its amazing.....

Well peoples you can say that these buildings are actually in Rawalpindi but they claim to be part of Islamabad just to increase the value of the land, this project is adjacent to Bahria Scheme in Rawalpindi, but they have somehow included them in the Islamabad and you can guess by who is patron of all these schemes ARMY, and Mush is also patronising the DHA Islamabad project, and remember this project is not for poor but will facilitate the military first and then come the second class citizen of Pakistan called CIVILIANS, my cousin is Major in Army and has over 15 years of service and he was telling me that at the moment the plots are distributed among the people who have over 21 years of service with the Army and it will take him years to get the plot in this scheme, the ordinary plot for him is costing 2.5 million Rs. and its market value is around 8 million Rs.


Army again :mad:

Why cant they leave Pakistan alone :runaway:

Oye!

The army is the establishment that has kept Pakistan alive!

I would trust the army over the civilian in Pakistan anyday!

Our army men are very educated.

Well peoples you can say that these buildings are actually in Rawalpindi but they claim to be part of Islamabad just to increase the value of the land, this project is adjacent to Bahria Scheme in Rawalpindi, but they have somehow included them in the Islamabad and you can guess by who is patron of all these schemes ARMY, and Mush is also patronising the DHA Islamabad project, and remember this project is not for poor but will facilitate the military first and then come the second class citizen of Pakistan called CIVILIANS, my cousin is Major in Army and has over 15 years of service and he was telling me that at the moment the plots are distributed among the people who have over 21 years of service with the Army and it will take him years to get the plot in this scheme, the ordinary plot for him is costing 2.5 million Rs. and its market value is around 8 million Rs.


yea i agree with you, the army is real greedy.

its quite amazing how how dha islamabad is right next to bahria town pindi.

no these ARE in Islamabad, pindi is NOT Isloo, OK i seen it on ARY 2 but not the 10 min ad just the 2 min 1, and its in Isloo.


no, dha is on the other side of rawalpindi, its a 10 min drive from isloo.

Oye!

The army is the establishment that has kept Pakistan alive!

I would trust the army over the civilian in Pakistan anyday!

Our army men are very educated.

Yes , but keeping it alive does not mean that they have the right to suck every remaining blood drop out of the poor thing called "Pakistan".

Can you justify giving an 8 million Rs plot to an army officer (1st class citizen ---of course ) in mere 2.5 million?? ITs not only happening here.Its happening in the Creek city Karachi and every where you can think of.

As i said, the sooner they get back to the work they are being paid for (defence of the country ) the better for this poor nation.

Yeah, Army needs to get out...

I need sources as in links not she said he said type of stuff. No disrespect dude.

Let me simulate the scenario of location of DHA for some people who think that it is on other side of Rawalpindi,

There is a place called Kutcheri Chowk in Rawalpindi from where the road leaves for Lahore i.e. GT Road if you move on along this road after some time you will have Ayub Park of Rawalpindi on your left on way towards Lahore, then you will have Shifa Eye Trust Hospital and after that some way ahead you will see Lahore High court Rawalpindi Bench building on your left on a hill near to the road, from here a road leaves to the Bahria Town Phase 1,2,3,4,5 & 6. which is on left bank of Sowan river. When you cross a bridge of Sowan river then after a distance of about a kilometer on the right side of the road a link road goes to Bahria town Phase 7 and extension. Now keep on moving this road and after some time on the left side of the road you will see DHA entrance, i really dont know how Islamabad gets starts on this place whereas you are still not reached Rawat, may be they have included that somehow in Islamabad map, because when you reach Rawat and if you turn to Islamabad then the area on the left side is in Rawalpindi and on the right side is Islamabad area, I think this is on same pattern as the Airport is at Rawalpindi and is called Islamabad International Airport.

Oye!

The army is the establishment that has kept Pakistan alive!

I would trust the army over the civilian in Pakistan anyday!

Our army men are very educated.

i hope you dont truly believe that. why is pakistan still a third world country? the army has had power more than the civilians have. if army men were very educated, they would have done something about pakistan's social and economic problem. they did nothing. zia ul haq, ayub khan, yahya khan were all basically imbeciles. i hope i wont have to add musharrafs name to that list in ten years. i truly do. but musharraf is just one general who is quite good. pakistan army generals have a history of ruling pakistan as if it belongs to them. the fact that this project goes first to army men is such a shame. the army should be disciplined by being brought onto the streets and beat. our generals will never learn.

Ayub Khan was amazing!

If it wasnt for Bhutto being a idiot and pressuring Ayub he would have been completely amazing!

Yahya and Zia were bastards though.

Our generals havent done anything wrong!

They are corrupt people everywhere

The army is more diciplined though

Yes. Army men are very educated but at the same time they are also the ones who are responsible for an illiterate overpopulated country.

I guess an overpopulated illiterate population serves their cause better.

This project will be awesome for Islamabad
Im just imagining
Islamabad after Gold Crest
Lahore after Bahria
Karachi after DHA Waterfront
Gwadar after Hashoo

dnt forget get bahria town pindi, has quite lot high rises too.

The launching ceremony of the first ever-high rise apartment complex, Goldcrest DHA Islamabad, would be held here on June 4.
The project construction will be completed with in 3 years.
The representatives of Al-Ghurair Giga Pakistan Private Limited here announced this at a Press conference on Thursday.
Al-Ghurair Giga Pakistan (Pvt.) Limited is part of the Al-Ghurair Giga Group of Dubai, UAE, and has a long history of developing and managing large real estate projects in Middle East.

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The project is located in Phase II of Defence Housing Authority (DHA), Islamabad, which is largest in it’s nature in Pakistan and in addition to high quality construction, Al-Ghurair Giga will provide a range of managed services to its residents, which no other real estate scheme in Pakistan offers.
Goldcrest DHA Islamabad will be constructed over 40 acres of land and will comprise a mix of high and low-rise apartment towers. High rise towers will be 28-storey high.
Goldcrest DHA Islamabad is being designed by leading international and Pakistani- based architects and town planners.
The master plan of the project is a unique blend of modernism and cultural heritage of Pakistan. The design will encourage a feeling of belonging and a deep sense of community within the residents.
The luxury towers will be surrounded by landscaped gardens and lawns, aesthetically designed ponds and lakes and clubs to provide a healthy interaction and promote a sense of participation between the residents.
Additional features include sports facilities, mosques, swimming pools, captive power generation, air conditioning, high speed elevators, modern telecommunication, high speed internet, cable television and a range of smart home features.
The project offers 2, 3, 4-bed apartments and penthouses with private gym and swimming pools and all apartments include spacious balconies so that the residents can enjoy the breathtaking vie of Islamabad.

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good news.

how tall are those towers

The information is located in zee's post.

So would Goldcrest in Islamabad be a good investment and ideal occassional holiday home ?

Also how easy will it be to rent apartments there. I believe most pakistani's prefer Villa.

How tall does a building have to be to be considered a highrise?

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20 storeys

It is in Islamabad , have look at this map bottom right hand corner marked Defence Housing, I’ll upload some satellite images soon. [IMG]http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/2699/islamabadsm17tt.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

any updates on the project....has the contruction started yet...?

Would recomend this project for investment and occassional holiday home usage or would you recomend Bahira Town in Islamabad ?

^ both are good societies... but are you interested in villa or an apartment?? if its a small villa that you're interested in, then I suggest you have a look at Safari Villas (Bahira Town Rawalpindi).

It is in Islamabad , have look at this map bottom right hand corner marked Defence Housing, I’ll upload some satellite images soon. [IMG]http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/2699/islamabadsm17tt.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
THIS IS AN AWESOME MAP... GOOD TO FINALLY SEE WHERE THE NEW AIRPORT WILL BE. THANKS A LOT!

Yeap great map So goldcrest tower is where it states DEFENCE PHASE II. Sorry I'm not from pakistan so I dont know too much about islamabad.

Is this going to be a good entertaining area. I know Islamabad is pretty quiet compared to Lahore where there are alot of things to do. Whats it going to be like in this area ?

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looks great, people at the revoling resturant will get a great view of it.

Here are some satellite images I have taken from google earth and marked various projects and point of interests, although I have not been to Islamabad my self since 1997 , I have worked out locations from various project maps , if some of them are not correct please let me know and I will correct it.
Inside red box is Islamabad territory, I don't know how old this satellite images is but if I were to guess I think it around 2000/1, if you look at the motorway between Islamabad and Peshawar which is under construction.

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What will the views from Goldcrest apartment be like when looking at the mountains ? Would this be a nice area to visit for a holiday home ? What will the rental potential of these apartments be like ?

Are more and more apartments being built in islamabad will this be a trend that will catch on amongst people in pakistan because usually people prefer big houses.

would it be nice for a holiday home? YES

would it have a nice mountain view? NO, it would be far from the mountains, you would see houses of dha and bahria town.

and yes it will be a trend and CDA have made a new plan to construct high rise buildings in blue area.

So pakboy would you say Goldcrest will be a good investment for the long run if apartments are becoming more of a trend in Pakistan ?

So is everyone of the conclusion now that this project is actually in Islamabad and now Pindi ?

arfie, it would be a good investment, but it would take 3 years for it to complete, os if you can wait that long then its fine.

and NO, this is in rawalpindi NOT in islamabad.

Thats very misleading. I spoken to Goldcrest in Dubai today they insist its in Islamabad not Pindi. Isnt Pindi pretty dirty compared to Islamabad. What would the point of having an apartment flashy like this in Pindi be ? Surely they would have it in islamabad.

well its being made in DHA, which is in pindi, but due to the greed of the army they lie and say its islamabad and even call it DHAI. but the real location is in rawalpindi.

its right next to bahria town, which clearly states bahria town rawalpindi and next to it you have DHA islamabad, so they are just lieing.

you can see from this picture, islamabad is in the north, rawalpindi is under it and bahira town and DHA and is under pindi.

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Agents are saying because this is an off plan development expect 30% rise by the time of completion. They say 30% min as its in Islamabad. If its not in islamabad I cant see such a rise.

DHA1 and DHA1 ext is in Rawalpindi but DHA ll and DHA ll Ext is in Islamabad

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it is no were near islmabad.

if you look at this map inside red line is all islamabad, dha ll is in islamabad, if you mean from central islamabad yes it about 10 miles away



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I guess this could explain why the Goldcrest tower prices are cheaper than Margalla towers as its quite far away from the center of Islamabad. Do you think the agents are being over optimistic when they say they anticipate prices to rise by 30% when complete on this tower ?

--> Mr fix : nice aerial picture u diplayed thr!! WHR DID U GET IT FROM?

--> Mr fix : nice aerial picture u diplayed thr!! WHR DID U GET IT FROM?

Google Earth.. or maps.google.com

--> Mr fix : nice aerial picture u diplayed thr!! WHR DID U GET IT FROM?
yes its from google earth, have a look karachi which is in more detail, looking forward to islamabad and other part of Pakistan to be samedetail soon!


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WOW! I am installing this program right now

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wutz the landscaping thingi in the 1st one??

Having checked with the locals and the property consultants in pakistan they claim this project is in Islamabad not pindi. Howeverone thing which is misleading is from the presentation of the DVD it shows real good MARGALLA HILL VIEWS but clearly as somebody said on this forum not going to get much views of the Margalla as they are quite far away around 30 miles.

From the DVD this looks a stunning project but there are mixed views on this project in the market.

were did you get the dvd from,

Got it sent by Goldcrest themselves.

I have to say they spend alot of money on there DVD's. There dvd's for dubai projects is great and this one for islamabad excellent also.

Taitum Pix~!!
wutz the landscaping thingi in the 1st one??
Mausoleum of the Quaid-e-Aazam

Does anyone know if construction has started onsite yet ?Im told Goldcrest are thinking of further projects in islamabad.

ye it should have started, unless the gona follow the pakistani tradition and delay it.

The project has been launched.

well last month i went by the site.....there was no signs of cranes or machinery near the site office......i cant be sure abt after that...

Any sign boards up on the construction site yet ? or is it still empty.

Are they waiting to tatally sell the project before they start construction that there has been no action so far.

damn...this is a beautiful project. they've done an excellent job with their ads in the ARY channel...keep it up!

Passed by Gold Crest site, didn't find any extra-ordinary activity going on, saw about three bulldozer starting to dredge land, so can't say what purpose they were on.

well the area there is very hilly and many forests so it would take a long time to get the land flat and ready for construction.

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any update about its construction?

Al Ghurair Giga brings global expertise for modern living
Amin hopes more investments after Goldcrest DHA;

Choksy says engineered buildings are secure against earthquake



Interview/Mahmood Hussain



Islamabad—It was a nice experience to interact with a galaxy of people of international repute connected with the most modern and expensive housing project of the country, the Goldcrest DHA Islamabad. Haji Amin Pardesi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Al Ghurair Giga was here the other day along with about a dozen world fame experts to carry forward their maiden project in Defense Housing Authority (DHA), Phase 11, Zone 5.

During an exclusive interview with Pakistan Observer the whole team spoke at length about the prospects of the housing industry in the country. The Chief Executive Officer of the UAE based Al Ghurair Giga (Pakistan) Private Limited said they are the fastest growing real estate developers in the Persian Gulf. Our winning formula is the team of highly qualified professionals in the field of architecture, interior design, construction and management. We bring experience of numerous landmark projects such as 23-Marina-90 story Residential Tower, Goldcrest Executive Tower and Liberty House.

Haji Amin Pardesi was optimistic that with the successful launch of Goldcrest DHA Islamabad, more and more foreign investors will be attracted in the field of housing and construction in Pakistan especially in the federal capital. Giving details of the Islamabad project he said it would comprise 26 buildings including 17 high rise towers. The rest 9 will comprise 7-9 floors only. The total number of apartments in these buildings is expected to be 3700. These will be spread over an area of 320 Kanals or 41 Acres.

Haji Amin said all modern day international level amenities are being made available in the scheme. That includes mosques, schools, hospitals, community center, underground parking, swimming pools, lake, Public Park and high speed internet and telecommunication facilities. Yousuf Choksy who is dealing with the marketing gave the assurance that good quality engineered buildings are secure against quake. He said the finance being injected by Al Ghurair Giga in Pakistan is destined to create lot of economic activity and employment opportunities.

The technical and engineering expertise for the Goldcrest DHA Islamabad is being provided by WS Atkins & Partners Overseas based in Dubai, the Halcrow registered in England and Currie and Brown and Architects of Karachi. Dr. Shapour Mehrkar-Asl represented Atkins at the interview while George Grant spoke for Currie & Bown and Tariq Hasan represented the Architects. Mushtaq H. Dawood representing Mushtaq & Bilal, Consulting Engineers was also present on the occasion.

These housing and building experts of world repute gave the assurance to the people of Pakistan and to the Islamabadiites in particular that natural disasters like earthquakes can cause no substantial damage to high rise buildings as long as they are built on prescribed specifications.

They also cleared out of danger all high rise buildings that had sustained and withstood the October 8, 2005 earthquake in our part of the world. They said cities like Tokyo and Sanfransisco are located in the earth prone zone and yet they had plenty of high-rise buildings. To a question they made it clear that buildings that collapse during an earthquake are those which are not properly engineered. They are badly detailed buildings, they insisted.

In the earthquake prone zone however it is suggested that earthquake engineering be applied in the construction work. They again assured that buildings in Islamabad, which are made with engineering specifications, are safe to live. It’s good that they had sustained the test of October 8, 2005 earthquake.

When asked to comment about Islamabad as a whole, they said it appears as if the city was planned for car owners only. Interest of pedestrians had probably been overlooked. Question however strikes to one’s mind what will happen in the next 20 years or so when the length and breadth of the city will further be stretched? Never mind, at that time the dwellers of the capital will be able to afford helicopters to move from one end of the Blue Area to another, one of the experts smiled and added.

Any news on how this project is coming along ?

ISLAMABAD, Jan 19: Al Ghurair Giga Pakistan — a UAE-based developer — will invest around Rs45 billion in construction of 26 buildings for Defense Housing Authority, Islamabad. Addressing a press conference here on Thursday Director of the company, Haji Rafiq Pardesi, said that the 26 buildings, including 17 high-rise towers and nine buildings of 7-9-storeys, would be constructed within the stipulated time period.

The company had committed to the DHA, Islamabad, to complete the construction of these buildings latest by the year 2009.

Answering a question, he said that the buildings would have the quality to resist earthquake shocks, but added quickly that no one could provide guarantee in this regard.

Elaborating further, he said that the project would be provided with amenities like mosques, hospital, schools, swimming pools, lake, public parks, and 24-hour gated security with the help of surveillance cameras. The buildings would be fully equipped with latest international facilities like high-speed internet and telecommunications network.

so i guess by 2009 inshaAlah we would see new buildings in DHA islamabad :)

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I like these buildings :)

2009 completion ??? huh on my booking form and orginial documentation it says 2008!

it looks cool.. but I wonder why do all Pakistani projects have those Funky 'chapras'/wings/shades on top... why not make some domes which look more elegent

construction started last week, and will be completed in 3.5 years.

It will be done...but WHEN is the question everyone is asking. Won't be done in 3.5 years...I'd give it too 4 to 4.5 years.

Apparently I'm told that Goldcrest launched a hotel in islamabad end of last year in the DHA II area any one have info on this ?

Construction on this has started received pictures from the developer yesterday.

^^Kindly share the pics with us.

How do put pics on this formum ?

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Nice to see that work has started. There should be a lot more projects like these.

If this project is a success I'm sure there will be alot more similar type of projects in pakistan.

thanks for the pictures arfie! :)

awesome project..when is it going to finish?

I think it will complete in 2008 mentioned by emporis

http://www.emporis.com/en/wm/ci/bu/sk/li/?id=100389&bt=2&ht=2&sro=1
http://www.emporis.com/en/wm/cx/?id=115037

thanks sania....

I hope people dont shy away from this project because of the Earthquake fear.
Wonderful project.Better than any in Lahore at the momenth.The only match in Pakistan is that Creek Marina project, which is again a DHA project.
boy these army guys have a lot of money.they EAT Pakistan....but this project is something I approve off.It will generate a lot of economic activity and give a modern face to Pakistan.

X-entric just hope the quality of the project is as good as what they show in there marketing material on the DVD and Brochures. Many of the agents are abit negative about the project saying location isn't great of this project as DHA 2 is far out of main Islamabad also they say 70lakh for a 2 bed is just too expensive where at the moment you can buy a i kanal plot for 30 lakh in the same area.

But hope this project turns out to be a great success.

heres the new website pics and models (kinda a dissapointed by the closeness of these buildings its gonna look like "expensive ghetto") apt overkill

http://www.alghurairgiga.com/modelviews.asp

in some pictures the buildings dnt seem tht cramped up but otherwise i agree with xcentric

^^ agreed

IMO too dense for Islamabad. Looks ugly because its so congested in an otherwise open and spaciously peaceful city.

IMO too dense for Islamabad. Looks ugly because its so congested in an otherwise open and spaciously peaceful city.
DHA is not even remotely close to Islamabad, infact even Rawalpindi is closer to Islamabad then this DHA, they just put DHA under the city limits of Islamabad so that land value could go up.

I got told its only 8.5 km from center of islamabad is this totally false then ? There seem to be alot of big developers that are building in DHA so must be a nice place when its all built up.

70 Lakh for a 2 bed flat is a bit too much.I wonder how these guys are going to sell this project? :dunno:

I think they've nearly sold most of there 2 beds. 70k for a big 2 bed is not all that expensive for overseas pakistani looking to purchase for a holiday home. This is a nice project by a big developer finishing will be top class.

Its the 3 and 4 beds they struggling to shift I believe.

well i will say it again, this area is the future of islamabad.

it would give a big skyline on gt road with goldcrest views, bahria paradise, bahria gateway and the other many towers coming up in bahria town. there are many developments happening there.

bahria and dha themselfs would make the area kickass.

well i will say it again, this area is the future of islamabad.

it would give a big skyline on gt road with goldcrest views, bahria paradise, bahria gateway and the other many towers coming up in bahria town. there are many developments happening there.

bahria and dha themselfs would make the area kickass.

Pakboy, why do people hate Malik Riaz. I know he is doing great stuff for Pakistan but why are there so many haters? Do you have any idea?

Pakboy, why do people hate Malik Riaz. I know he is doing great stuff for Pakistan but why are there so many haters? Do you have any idea?
Because the guy is a crook.

^
Please do elaborate

Pakboy, why do people hate Malik Riaz. I know he is doing great stuff for Pakistan but why are there so many haters? Do you have any idea?


well his new schemes in pindi have thousands and thousdands of plots and he has sold all of them but he had some problems with CDA and there was a big delay in construction and ballot and all those investors have got furious but delaying is nothing new happens in all real estate projects in pakistan, the people have just gone to emotional. the guy is still over patriotic and provides the best projects at international scales. his projects are comparable to any towns in usa, hong kong, china, australia or any where in the world.

thanks to him other real estate developers have woken up especially dha and are following bahrias standards. his work has set a landmark and every other housing developer is trying to follow it. the guy should be praised but unfortunatly anyone who does good work in pakistan is critized.

DHA is not even remotely close to Islamabad, infact even Rawalpindi is closer to Islamabad then this DHA, they just put DHA under the city limits of Islamabad so that land value could go up.

But is the area arround it dense enough to warrant such type of a constuction? This seems more suited for MUCH denser cities with space problems such as Karachi, Mumbai or Tokyo. Not for a place where theres still lots and lots of land. I hope the builders revise the plan and make it more spaced apart.

This is obviously going to be a great area when all complete. Emaar builiding big projects in DHA also. I think in 3-4 years time this is going to be very similar to Lahore Defence ( NICE, CLEAN) also alot of tourists projects planned as well.

Apparently the showroom apt is complete now. Has anyone seen it so far ?

Is DHA within the city limits or not?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/kt10208/Internet/Goldcrest.jpg

Is DHA within the city limits or not?
Its like when comming to Islamabad through GT road area first comes DHA, then comes Rawalpindi and then Islamabad so the answer to your question would be a No.

Any more news on this project ? I hear rumours that its not selling well because people are put off buying in apartments after the earthquake.

is this project still in the pipe line?

anyway i found this ad on their website,it says they are gonnah buld a 90 sotry tower in islamabad!!!!!
http://www.alghurairgiga.com/ad1.htm

sorry i dont know how to upload pics so that is the link!

90 stories! standing in a barren un-crowded cheap land area! seems a touch difficult to me!

The 90 storey project and the center at DIFC were projects launched in Dubai.

If Al-Ghurair was gonna build a 90 storey tower in Isb, I would personally take a placard and protest on the site cause nothing could be more disturbing for Islamabad's environment and out-of-touch with reality.

Are there any updates on this project? The construction already strated but no oen has mentioned how far along it is...

and most iportantly, IS IT SELLING?

Its like when comming to Islamabad through GT road area first comes DHA, then comes Rawalpindi and then Islamabad so the answer to your question would be a No.


Ah I see....

I don't think they've sold as much as they had hoped to. Obviously the earthquake didnt help matters as people in Pakistan currently dont seem too interested in purchasing an apartment.

I believe the developer is going to announce the launch of a 5 star hotel in DHA II after Eid. Apparently this is going to be a joint venture with a big Dubai hotel group, they're hoping this will help push sales in goldcrest dha.

^^
lol... and start worrying about the 5 star hotel bookings. LMAO, who's gonna go book a room in a 5 star hotel in DHA... isnt that a bit too far from all main areas?

The showroom apt for Goldcrest DHA ISB is very impressive. They're going to launch some Business Towers and a 5 star hotel in the next month or so in DHA II.

Pictures of the goldcrest dha showroom apt.

http://i10.tinypic.com/346m3bb.jpg

http://i13.tinypic.com/33xihc5.jpg

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Thanks for pics! Look beautiful, appreciate that. I wonder if some one can send pics from site and name of towers which are under construction in phase 1.

Thanks for pics! Look beautiful, appreciate that. I wonder if some one can send pics from site and name of towers which are under construction in phase 1.

I have site pics also. Check Private Message sent you a mesg. Drop me your email address and I can forward you the pics.

The showroom apt for Goldcrest DHA ISB is very impressive. They're going to launch some Business Towers and a 5 star hotel in the next month or so in DHA II.

The project was launched last thursday by Al Ghurair Giga by the names PLATINUM SQUARE which has 5 blocks n is a huge corporate cum commercial development on the Sheikh Zayeb Bin Sultan Road in DHAI II. It will have the World Trade Centre. It is around 28-29 storeys.
The second project is going to be the Jumeirah Hotel which is the 5*. I will update the topic with renders soon. It is around 24-25 storeys.

The project was launched last thursday by Al Ghurair Giga by the names PLATINUM SQUARE which has 5 blocks n is a huge corporate cum commercial development on the Sheikh Zayeb Bin Sultan Road in DHAI II. It will have the World Trade Centre. It is around 28-29 storeys.
The second project is going to be the Jumeirah Hotel which is the 5*. I will update the topic with renders soon. It is around 24-25 storeys.

I thought the official launch was on the 24th March. Anyway inshallah should be a good project.

The project was launched last thursday by Al Ghurair Giga by the names PLATINUM SQUARE which has 5 blocks n is a huge corporate cum commercial development on the Sheikh Zayeb Bin Sultan Road in DHAI II. It will have the World Trade Centre. It is around 28-29 storeys.
The second project is going to be the Jumeirah Hotel which is the 5*. I will update the topic with renders soon. It is around 24-25 storeys.

Thanks Techno-A.

I wonder why Al-Ghurair Giga choose not to mention all these projects at there website.

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Nice update mrfix. 29th of March and I see the pile foundations already done isn't it so?

NICE! So it wasnt just on paper! Islamabad would have had a decent skyline, if all these projects were being built close to each other. Or are they?

These are not being built anywhere near Islamabad as we know it.. this is in Islamabad DHA, about 20km south of the capital. Technically I think it's Islamabad because it's in the Islamabad Capital Territory. Once Gold Crest and Platinum Square are completed side by side, this area will probably have the most impressive skyline in Pakistan, haha.

Haji Rafiq Giga who is owner of Al Ghurair Giga... I think he is Pakistani origin guy living in UAE since ages.

anyways www.alghurairgiga.com

These are not being built anywhere near Islamabad as we know it.. this is in Islamabad DHA, about 20km south of the capital. Technically I think it's Islamabad because it's in the Islamabad Capital Territory. Once Gold Crest and Platinum Square are completed side by side, this area will probably have the most impressive skyline in Pakistan, haha.

there are many projects coming up in this area, it will itself get bigger the islamabad, there is a software technology city coming up on 3000 acres which is being built by a saudi and then a huge project phase 9, by bahria and construction has been going on for quite a while, it also has quite a nice sky line

http://www.phase9.pk/

Goldcrest TV Commercial

http://www.alghurairgiga.com/images/commercial1.wmv

http://www.alghurairgiga.com/images/AVSEQ01_output(1).wmv

Ok, I just too a good look at the pics. Look at the top one which has this entrace. Is that the actual road???? Coz it's too damn narrow. Is that for real??

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I just saw their advert in the Gulfnews today , price starts from 3.2 Million , that is apr 200.000 AED?

I have no idea about the property market of Pakistan but this could be a good investment .I am right?

Any advice?

Thanks:)

I don't know what size of apartment you get for Rs. 3.2 million (US$ 50,000) but it seems like a decent price, keeping in view that property prices have recently risen substantially in Islamabad.

This whole project suffered a slow start because just as it was launched there was an earthquake in which a building in Islamabad partially collapsed, because of which people became wary of buying in high-rise buildings. But now the development appears to be back on track. There will likely be a significant increase in value of the units by the time they're complete.

I just saw their advert in the Gulfnews today , price starts from 3.2 Million , that is apr 200.000 AED?

I have no idea about the property market of Pakistan but this could be a good investment .I am right?

Any advice?

Thanks:)
3.2 million is like really really good! I didn't notice the price, it's so cheap I might buy one.

I don't know what size of apartment you get for Rs. 3.2 million (US$ 50,000) but it seems like a decent price, keeping in view that property prices have recently risen substantially in Islamabad.

This whole project suffered a slow start because just as it was launched there was an earthquake in which a building in Islamabad partially collapsed, because of which people became wary of buying in high-rise buildings. But now the development appears to be back on track. There will likely be a significant increase in value of the units by the time they're complete.
I believe it'd be a studio appt. These day prices for any decent project seem to be 15 million+, at least in Karachi; you'd expect prices in ISB to be similar. I'm sure there'd be a reason why it's so cheap, but it'd definitely be good value considering the company behind it. I won't be surprised if the price goes up by 100% in a year or two.

what is the annual increase there? and the rent?

Can I buy there or just locals?

Anyone can buy property in Pakistan.

I'm not sure what the rate of appreciation is generally in the market, but for these units you may be safe in assuming that they'll double in price near the time they're complete in three year's time.

Thanks , so it could be a good deal.

Correct anyone can buy. I'm a british citizen and have bought in Goldcrest. However I do believe you need at least a Pakistani ID card (overseas) to be able to purchase any property in Pakistan now.

Development is great, finishing of showroom fantastic. Location also very good. Give it 3-4 yrs prices of these apts will really appreciate.

Are you sure anyone can buy property in Pakistan?

Anyway, assuming anyone can, then I'd say this deal's a steal. At this price, I expect them to sell in a matter of days. They've just started to develop that area/road (Sheikh Zayed Road, Islamabad Version!) and maybe that's why the prices aren't that high. As soon as projects start getting completed there, you can expect prices to skyrocket. If you buy the property now, and keep it for about 2 years you can make severalfolds.

Okay, I got some more information from the Creek Marina website:

Can foreigners buy 99 year old lease like Creek Marina. Can you please also check that whether bungalow (plot land) is freehold in DHA or it is also 99 year lease?

Foreigners can buy property in Pakistan BUT they have to get the permission from Government of Pakistan. However, those Pakistanis who have acquired foreign citizenship by relinquishing their Pakistani citizenship can buy property in Creek Marina by applying for Pakistan Origin Card to their respective Pakistan High Commission/Embassy. Pakistan Origin Card is issued by NADRA and also entitles, among other things, 5 year visa free entry in Pakistan.

http://www.creekmarina.com/FAQ.htm

Note: I'm not sure what the process is for a foreigner to get permission to buy property, but if you are a buyer then the seller/agent can probably arrange it for a minimum of hassle, as these things are easy to arrange in Pakistan, for a few rupees.

If you're buying an appt, it's not like you're buying land, is it? You don't exactly own anything, right? It's just a box in the air. I really don't know how it works, but I've always wondered about it.

If you're buying an appt, it's not like you're buying land, is it? You don't exactly own anything, right? It's just a box in the air. I really don't know how it works, but I've always wondered about it.

True buying an apartment, town house or condos is just like buying a box. You don't own the land. Only in single family and multi family (Banglas) houses you actually own the land as well.

Correct me if I am wrong here.

Are you sure anyone can buy property in Pakistan?

Anyway, assuming anyone can, then I'd say this deal's a steal. At this price, I expect them to sell in a matter of days. They've just started to develop that area/road (Sheikh Zayed Road, Islamabad Version!) and maybe that's why the prices aren't that high. As soon as projects start getting completed there, you can expect prices to skyrocket. If you buy the property now, and keep it for about 2 years you can make severalfolds.


I think anyone can buy it. You have to have a NADRA card. Prices are only high for common people, mostly because it is built for Army officers. They can buy it on one fourth of market price.

I think anyone can buy it. You have to have a NADRA card. Prices are only high for common people, mostly because it is built for Army officers. They can buy it on one fourth of market price.
If you have a NADRA card, it means you are Pakistani. I was talking of non-Pakistanis.

If you have a NADRA card, it means you are Pakistani. I was talking of non-Pakistanis.
You need a origin card or a NICOP...

I have dual nationality so I am not too familiar with either of these cards.

Somebody needs to get up there in takes some pictures of the ongoing work.

Who could be that person. This project is going at a fast pace. I am in Indiana now and will be going to Pakistan next year.

DHA Gold Crest Islamabad

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There are rumours in town that they are only four towers will be built ( 2 WTC side and 2 lake side) any one know more about this project. Webb side is upgraded but still can’t open all links. Not impressing.

There are rumours in town that they are only four towers will be built ( 2 WTC side and 2 lake side) any one know more about this project. Webb side is upgraded but still can’t open all links. Not impressing.

That's not really bad news in my opinion.. the video shows too many towers crowded together, which would block the view of many residents.. it might have been ordered by DHA actually.

If only part of this project gets built then I would not be surprised. Just when it was about to be launched we had the earthquake and Margalla Towers collapsed, scaring people away from high-rises. Secondly, the unsettled conditions in Pakistan in general, and Islamabad in particular, has probably dampened enthusiasm for buying real estate.

That's not really bad news in my opinion.. the video shows too many towers crowded together, which would block the view of many residents.. it might have been ordered by DHA actually.

So its time to buy in your opinion. Some one knows which one will be bilt? there is no information whatsoever at there webbsite or somewhere else.

horible.

^^ Why?

http://epaper.dawn.com/Web/Article/2007/08/10/002/10_08_2007_002_004.jpg

So the project hasn't run into any problems, then.

^ No I don't think so

^ No I don't think so

Anybody knows about ground realty?

How many and name of the towers which are actually under construction (official conformation).
I guess before October 2005 many ppl booked apartments there but I don’t see any information about this project, all I read is old information and all I hear is about change plan and less towers.

Anybody knows about ground realty?

How many and name of the towers which are actually under construction (official conformation).
I guess before October 2005 many ppl booked apartments there but I don’t see any information about this project, all I read is old information and all I hear is about change plan and less towers.

I visited the site on last weekend on 5th August, the basement of one tower is being built with work on other underway. Also they have dug a large portion for I guess World Trade Center.

I visited the site on last weekend on 5th August, the basement of one tower is being built with work on other underway. Also they have dug a large portion for I guess World Trade Center.


Thanks Abbasia.

Can you collect information about towers name which are under construction. I guess there are only four towers but I’m not sure about names.

New ad. in Jang

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Some information

The name of 2 towers WTC side are: Gulmohar and Lignum and both are under construction.
Lakeside (2 Towers- under construction) still don’t know the name. If some one has information please share with us.

Any news about construction progress?

Completion is now end of 2009 rather than end of 2008.

Any news about construction progress?

Construction progress will be updated tomorrow.

some update pics.

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I guess Emaar is not using 'khota power' :)

I guess Emaar is not using 'khota power' :)
Al Ghurair Giga, not Emaar. Incidentally though, the two are in partnership in Karachi.

BTW, is this project near Canyon Views? That area far off from Islamabad?

YES BOTH CANYON VIEWS AND GOLD CREST ARE PART OF DHA.

nice to see construction work going on these buildings.. isloo will have multiple high rises after all these projects complete.. that'll be nice...!!

Gallery Section Updated for Pakistan Luxury Real Estate (http://epropertypk.com/gallery/v/luxury-real-estate/)

Goldcrest DHA Islamabad Latest development work (http://epropertypk.com/gallery/v/luxury-real-estate/islamabad-rawalpindi/goldcrest-dha-islamabad/)

http://epropertypk.com/gallery/d/1887-1/goldcrest-dha-islamabad-8.jpg

DHA Goldcrest Gallery (http://epropertypk.com/gallery/v/luxury-real-estate/islamabad-rawalpindi/goldcrest-dha-islamabad/)

These pics are from WTC not from residential towers.
Can you plz put some construction pics of residential towers too.

Hello everybody,
Just a quick introduction,We have just joined the forum.We are an officially registered dealer of Al Ghurair Giga and Defence Housing Authority Islamabad (DHA).
We are based just five minutes drive from DHA phase 2 Islamabad.We are currently in the process of opening a branch in the UK.We trade by the name of AL-FAISAL (property services and construction).
If you have any questions regarding progress of work in Goldcrest,Platinum Square WTC,or DHA just post your questions and we will try to anwser them.
We will also be posting some pictures taken a few days ago shortly.
thank you

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^^ to upload a pic, you will have to first host it on a free hosting site such as photobucket.com, flickr.com.

Then right-click on the pic ( that has been hosted on the site), and click on properties.

copy and post the location of the pic here within the IMG tag like this:

insert the copied location of the pic here

good luck.

nice render, i guess they have changed it, where are the low risers gone, the little yellow blocks which were suppose to be at the front.

Wish they were taller. Otherwise, it's nice.

Gallery Section Updated for Pakistan Luxury Real Estate (http://epropertypk.com/gallery/v/luxury-real-estate/)

Goldcrest DHA Islamabad Latest development work (http://epropertypk.com/gallery/v/luxury-real-estate/islamabad-rawalpindi/goldcrest-dha-islamabad/)

http://epropertypk.com/gallery/d/1887-1/goldcrest-dha-islamabad-8.jpg

DHA Goldcrest Gallery (http://epropertypk.com/gallery/v/luxury-real-estate/islamabad-rawalpindi/goldcrest-dha-islamabad/)

Well this pic above as per my opinion is not Goldcrest but rather WTC ( World Trade Centre) I have seen this digging and it is right on the road called Shiekh Zayed Bin Sultan ( previously known as GT road).

thanks kbboy for the advise regarding uploading.i was having abit of a problem but now sorted.
if you look at the first image which is a computer generated picture shows the names of 7 towers out off 17 in total.
these 7 towers are under construction as you will see in the following photos.
after reading some of the posts there is alot of speculation saying that the towers are not going to be built.I can confirm that all 17 towers will be built and most of them will be finished by end 2009.
ground work digging/levelling is being done for the remainder 10 tower before they can start the piling process.
two of the tower on lake side are completly sold out.
also the prices have gone up since the first of october 2007.before they were selling at RS 4000 per sq ft.
now RS 4200 per sq ft.
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Nice!

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thanks for the nice updates.

Am i aloud to put photos of other updates within DHA in this thread ?considering DHA is mentioned in the main thread.
I don't what to upset anyone.
let me know your views.

If its in Islamabad, then itll go into the Islamabad: Progress News & Updates thread.

If its in Islamabad, then itll go into the Islamabad: Progress News & Updates thread.
I don't know the exact scene, but if DHA is a hotbed for dev. these days, then it can have a thread of its own for misc. stuff.

I don't know the exact scene, but if DHA is a hotbed for dev. these days, then it can have a thread of its own for misc. stuff.

I've added the updates to the "DHA ISLAMABAD" thread.

Cool Updates! :cheers:

Ugly old fashion towers.

Could done better.. should make more modern!

Whats that UFO styled monument?, doesn't look like a water tower ..

Whats that UFO styled monument?, doesn't look like a water tower ..
I'm afraid it is a water tower.thats the way they've been designed.

Doesnt seem to have that much capacity though!

Any news ??

How tall will these towers approximately be ?

As they mention,17 towers from 18 to 36 floors and most of them will be ready mid 2009.
But it seems project is dead no news at all.

gooood gooood gooood

Abid Yaar check it out and take some pics you are the only hope.

The fate of humanity rests on your shoulders! *cries in the corner*

Abid Yaar check it out and take some pics you are the only hope.

Count me in too buddy

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Great!

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You are the king ABBASIA.
do you have some pics of Palm and Rubytoo?

nice updates.... u the man...!!!

good to see them wearing proper uniform

Nice updates Abbasia!:cheers:

hahahaha bin a good year

Nice updates!

^^ Good stuff, thanks ABA

Thanks Abbasi U da man. Just curious how tall this building would be.

Great updates!

ABBASIA you are really our new hope .going grat

*Mops the floor while whistling as if nothing happened*

excelent updates
feel good 2 c that all workers are wearing proper working gagets

:: Al-Ghurair Giga Complex in islamabad ::

Abid Mahmood Mughal Muhammad Imran Khan

At the foothills of the highest mountain range in the world, the Himalayas, where the snow glitters like diamonds lies the young and dynamic city of Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan. Islamabad is immaculately planned city that is poised for exponential growth in the immediate future. Abundantly blessed by nature, the city is a fine blend of rich heritage and a symbol of the progressive and rising aspiration of nation. The city of Islamabad already possesses world famous examples of fine old and new architecture like the museum of natural history, the Shah Faisal Mosque and Bari Imam. In other words Islamabad is a well rounded modern city that is ready to wake up to a bold new era and stake its claim on the world map as a city that has it all.

The one project that surely will bring the city into spotlight is the Al-Ghurair Giga complex that comprises of World Trade center and a residential project the Goldcrest Towers wit the billions of Rupees investment.

The Khabrain Group visited the Al-Ghurair Giga in DHA-2 Islamabad to meet the executive staff to know the project's worth and impacts on the city and Pakistan.

The Chief operating officer Haji Anis Pardesi and his team exclusively talked about the project and brought to spot light the importance of the mega construction.

Haji anis Pardesi told that Al Ghurair Giga a UAE based group is one of the fastest growing real estate developers in the Gulf, with a host of successful projects in the Middle East and around the world. It's winning formula is its team of highly qualified professionals in the fields of architecture, interior design, construction and management, with an in-depth knowledge and hands- on experience of numerous landmark projects such as 23 Marina-90 stories Residential Tower, Goldcrest Executive Tower and Liberty House.He said that Al Ghurair Giga is a joint venture between two of UAE's leading conglomerates: Al Ghurair Group and the Giga Group. While Al Ghurair is the family name of one of UAE's most respected business groups, Giga is a group with great achievements and ambitions. Al Ghurair and Giga joined hands in 2004. The Group has established a reputation of excellence, commitment to customers and financial stability, the belief in ethics and moral value is uncompromising, he added.

He further told that it is the mission of Al Ghurair Giga to be the preeminent provider of real estate services through the development, construction, acquisition, asset & property management and leasing of industrial, office and retail properties. "We will provide the highest standard of service and product execution in the industry, completely satisfying our customers," he added. "We will conduct our business in a manner that produces exceptional shareholder value and will challenge every member of our team to reach for the highest levels of integrity, creativity, drive and focus," and finally, we will make communities where we do business, better places to live, he assured. "We ensure to exceed customers' expectations in all areas of business we are involved in and guarantee deliverables on time".

Al Ghurair Giga is bringing its skills and expertise to Pakistan's capital city Islamabad. At a fifteen minutes drive from the airport, right on main Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Road, previously GT Road, Goldcrest is situated against the scenic splendor of DHA, Phase II Islamabad.

Haji Anis Pardesi said that the project has been planned to provide all the latest amenities such as underground power and telephone cabling, broad streets with an efficient drainage and sewage system, and a direct link to the Motor way which will cut down commuting time and facilitates access for both residents and visitors. Goldcrest offers its residents a choice between modern high rise towers and traditional terrace style apartments. Built for the urbane, upwardly mobile professionals, Goldcrest, DHA Phase II, Islamabad is an exhilarating experience in 21st century living, the COO said.

He said that the advantage of being the member of WTC is that the World Trade Center is built in line with the international association of world trade centers, it will not only bring together business and government agencies for foreign trade but will also stimulate the economy of Pakistan as a revolution. The WTC, Islamabad will put all services associated with global commerce under one roof. A WTC, Islamabad address gives a business prestige, prime and continuous access and exposure to all services, organizations and individuals essential for success in world trade. The purpose of the World Trade Center, Islamabad is to have information available in a timely manner. Exports increase due to immediate accessibility valuable expertise and energy created by a dynamic market place of international trade activity. The WTC, Islamabad will be one stop hub where a business person is offered the full range of services such as trade information and market research, trade shows and exhibit space, business services like video conferencing, etc. trade education services like seminars and workshops and WTC, Islamabad clubs to promote business networking for members and guests.

The World Trade Centre will bring together businesses and government agencies for foreign trade and stimulate the economy of Pakistan. The World Trade Centers Association is a not-for-profit, non-political association that develops inter-WTC cooperative programs across 300 WTCs in almost 100 countries with over 750000 member companies.

The trade center will have Islamabad's finest hotel experience with 416 suites of pure luxury with unmatched leisure and lifestyle facilities. Choose from a variety of international cuisines. Relax or work enveloped by a hospitality concept that's beyond anything witnessed in Pakistan before and service that will be second to none.

DHA Islamabad is well planned and expensive township located at the Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Road (GT Road), one border of the site, is a major arterial road that links Islamabad to Rawalpindi and Peshawar to Lahore. On one side of this road is the Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase - I and on the other side is DHA Phase - II. The second border of the Platinum Project site, is the equally vital link, the Islamabad Highway that connects DHA Phase - II to the Islamabad International Airport.

Conceptualized to offer a luxurious life style, the township provides several recreational options in addition to many community and civic amenities. All in a verdant setting that is haven of security and designed to offer the modern Pakistani all the perks of modern living.

S. Hammad Rasul, Head of PR and marketing told that the Goldcrest has been planned with a built-in seismic system i.e. earthquake resistant system. The seismic system for Goldcrest has been exclusively designed by world renowned structural engineering consultancy firm 'Mushtaq and Bilal'. The buildings have been designed as per requirement of seismic zone-3, he added.

Hammad said, "Our list of amenities includes a spacious and easily accessible car park with dedicated parking for each apartment. Strategically placed closed circuit televisions, intercom access to main gate, security guards and swifts elevators are some of the other conveniences". "The entire complex is hooked up to a power generator so there is virtually no risk of power failure," added Rasul.

The head of sales Farhan Esar Shah said, "Making your living more stylish, elegant and classy, the apartments are designed to give you the sense of living in the lap of luxury". Each apartment is equipped with a spacious dinning room, and ultra modern kitchen, large and airy bedrooms with built-in closets and lavishly fitted bathrooms, at affordable costs, he added. He claimed that the WTC DHA Islamabad Shopping Mall is set to undoubtedly be the ultimate entertainment and shopping destination in Islamabad. Strategically located in the heart of this vibrant city, the World Trade Center DHA Islamabad Shopping Mall offers four levels of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities. Hundreds of stores and boutiques offering international brands, scrumptious delicacies at the food court and entertainment options will make WTC DHA Islamabad the favored destination of the elite in Islamabad, he added.

Talking about the master plan of World Trade Center DHA Islamabad, the chief internal auditor, Kamran Ahmed Khanzada said that it's a platinum dawn in Islamabad, a spectacular project steadily rising into the Islamabad skies. He added that it's the ultimate destination where international trade affairs, business, luxury brands, fabulous recreational amenities and world-class hospitality come together in a momentous force. Al Ghurair Giga (Pakistan) Pvt Ltd. an organization with an impeccable reputation that has been the driving force behind and has numerous ambitious plans for the future, he maintained. "From the concept to design, from the scale to material, from the experts to the teams all aspects have superlative qualities, and in other words, a touch of platinum everywhere you look," said Kamran.

The project manager said that built around a central courtyard, the Goldcrest Towers have been designed to take full advantage of their magnificent location. Each apartment is open from all four sides for maximum ventilation and provides a breathtaking view of the entire area. The central court leads into a sumptuous lobby with a reception desk manned round the clock.

Large airy bedrooms with built in closets and lavishly fitted bathrooms give you the delicious sense of living in the lap of luxury. Lavishly fitted attached bathrooms add a pleasing comfort to your lifestyle at Goldcrest. Equipped with imported tiles and high quality fittings these washrooms are a true meaning of sophistication to a luxurious lifestyle. We offer a host of optional facilities, especially targeted to the high powered executive who needs to keep in touch with the world at al times. These include access to all the available satellite channels, high speed interned connections, and an exclusive business lounge fitted with laptop terminals, printers fax and phones. Residents can even go for the 'smart home' option and take full advantage of the digital age.

M. Shehzad Rah, the G.M operation and IT said, "At the World Trade Center DHA Islamabad Corporate Towers, its business like never before, one can enjoy professional life in the five spectacularly stylish high rise towers that are armed with technology to give you the competitive edge".

Work is in progress on five offices towers and the hotel tower of WTC, Islamabad project. Three towers in foundations stage and the hotels in the piling stage. Raft of tower-3 has been completed. Work on columns and sheer walls of tower-1 and tower-3 has started and 22% work on the activity has been completed. Work is on the ramp to access the site is completed. Sight safety and logistics were upgraded to international standards. LTA lost time is nil. The project will be handed over for possession in December 2010.
http://www.thepost.com.pk/ghet_eye.aspx

AL GURAIR GIGA had recently met wid the investor groups of italy hope that they will come out wid more nice projects.sardar builders of centaurua were also there.

Giga group (Goldcrest) stop construction of 4 towers and developing just 3. Any one knows some more info about this matter? Please share with us.

Giga group (Goldcrest) stop construction of 4 towers and developing just 3. Any one knows some more info about this matter? Please share with us.

on what project, the only project with 4 towers of theres was the world trade center. maybe they stacked the 5 star hotel as it was not viable due to suburean location but then the trade center itself would not be viable without hotel

on what project, the only project with 4 towers of theres was the world trade center. maybe they stacked the 5 star hotel as it was not viable due to suburean location but then the trade center itself would not be viable without hotel


Residential towers. They announced 7 towers to built and completed date was 2009.

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