OK guys. post the latest announcemnts of new towers and projects here along with new renders as they are released....

this thread should become a first port of call in the section to keep up with the latest news and developments.

Dont post replys or chat here, keep that to the buildings own thread in the relevent section.

...if you could post a link to the relevent towers thread along with a press release or render it would be great too!

Thread:http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=6293569


NAME: AL SAFA PROJECT
LOCATION: Between Al Wasl and Sheikh Zayed Roads.
SIZE:100 Hectares
KEY FEATURES: An 800 Metre Canal and a 10 Storey Hotel
START DATE: November 2005
END DATE: ?


RENDER
http://www.gulfnews.com/images/2005/11/21_nation_safa.jpg

Press Release:
By Ashfaq Ahmed, Gulf News

A new housing and recreational project reflecting the Arab architecture with modernity will be built in Al Safa area in Dubai, said a senior civic body official.

The project will cover an area of 100 hectares and provide investment opportunities. It will have water channels and a big lake surrounded by restaurants, office and residential complexes.

“The project, designed to develop a new housing, recreational and work area, is in line with the Municipality’s keenness to support the construction boom in the emirate,” said Qasim Sultan, Director General of Dubai Municipality.

Inspired by the traditional aflaj (water channel) system, the project will reflect the original architectural heritage of Dubai in terms of use of a network of small water canals as a key element to offer an attractive architectural environment.

It will include a recreational commercial axis for pedestrians, called the Pedestrian Promenade, to be constructed along an 800-metre stretch of a water canal. The promenade will serve as centre point of commercial and recreational attraction.

Residents will be able to use boats as a mode of transport and leisure. There will be separate areas for cars and pedestrians.

The Dubai Executive Council has approved the plan to develop Al Safa with the aim of creating an exemplary environment for housing, work, recreation and shopping activities within the same area.

The plan was approved in line with the instructions of General Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and UAE Defence Minister, in his capacity as Chairman of the council.

An official at the Municipality said that the work on the infrastructure development of the area, between Al Wasl and Shaikh Zayed Road, would start soon.

“We will construct roads, a canal, a lake and promenade and do landscaping,” he said.

The project will offer a unique opportunity to investors. Tenders will soon be offered to invite investors to build houses, offices, schools, sports complex, hotel, hospital and recreational and shopping facilities. But they have to follow designs given by the Municipality.

For example, the hotel will be ground plus 10 storeys while residential and commercial buildings will be ground plus three storeys.

Thread: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=6293577

Render:
http://tinypic.com/fxxb0l.jpg

THREAD: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=6410907

RENDER:http://www.ameinfo.com/images/news/1/19791-sou.jpg

PRESS RELEASE:


Wafi Property today announced one of its most exciting business ventures to date; the development of a replica ancient souk, Khan Murjan.
The new souk is a key phase of the current Wafi expansion plan and will offer a unique cultural and historical haven for craftspeople and artisans. Following several years of research and consultations with eminent archaeologists, architects and historians, Khan Murjan's original souk architecture and Islamic authenticity, will be unparalleled in the region.

Set to open in early 2007, Khan Murjan will be accessible from Wafi Mall and Raffles Dubai and will include an inspirational selection of artist's retreats, restaurants, coffee shops and meeting areas within a two-level subterranean souk.

Khan Murjan will be home to 240 purpose-built retail units, with a GLA of 50,000 sq.ft. The retail mix will consist of carefully selected and specialised traditional arts and crafts, with influences drawn from as far as Andalusia in Spain to the mountains of Afghanistan.

Introducing an entirely new and innovative leasing strategy, Wafi will provide retailers with fully designed and ready-to-occupy units ensuring that all businesses will be able to begin trading immediately, without the capital burden of major shop fitting costs. Through this new leasing method Wafi aims to encourage retailers and small businesses in the region to showcase their works of art in a creative environment, while preserving the historical integrity of Khan Murjan.

Mike Davidson, Director of Wafi Property and Chairman of the Middle East Council of Shopping Centres, commented,

'Khan Murjan is very important phase in Wafi's extensive expansion plan because of its historical and Islamic frame of reference and value to the site experience. We will be tapping into an unexploited niche in the current market, providing a centre for artists and an unforgettable experience for visitors. During the research process we found that most craftspeople are discouraged to invest in retail outlets because of expensive start up costs. At Khan Murjan, this burden is subsidised enabling creative minds from all backgrounds to come together under one roof. We are planning opening times to suit both small business operators and visitors, so that the whole concept is workable for individual craftspeople or groups of friends wishing to work together'.

Mike Davidson added, 'The research process has been very detailed and incredibly interesting, involving months of visits to souks from Syria to Morocco and Lebanon to Turkey and talks with Embassies and government agencies. We're delighted with the finished result, which will be tasteful and authentic and home to some very creative work, but as this is a souk, the ambience will be lively and enjoyable. We're going to be selective about the retail and F & B mix, to ensure quality throughout, but with the wealth of talent in the U.A.E and other Islamic nations, we're looking forward to leasing the space. It's going to be a complete social, educational and cultural meeting place'.

Model:http://www.sme.sk/cdata/2475878/20051121015_Dubai_big.jpg

Thread:http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=6471560

Name: Mazoon House
Floors: 15
Residential

Render:
http://www.aber.ae/images/mazoonHouseNight.jpg

Dubai Lagoon

Dubai Lagoon is set in charming, tranquil, and luxurious surroundings. Conveniently located at Dubai Investments Park, Dubai Lagoon is the epitome of safe and comfortable living. The contemporary designed Dubai Lagoon is a unique residential apartment community planned around a stunning sapphire lagoon set in the heart of New Dubai. This serene community is spread over 1.75 million ft² with 42 buildings consisting of studios 1, 2, and 3 bedroom and penthouse apartments. With more than 75% of the land dedicated to landscaping, water falls and fountains, Dubai lagoon is a residential dream.

Located close to Dubai land, Global Village, Sports City, and the new airport, Dubai Lagoon offers the very best for those who demand the ultimate in contemporary living. Near the Green Community, with easy access to two main highways, a school and a university, two five star hotels and a new free hold zone business park, Dubai Lagoon boasts the perfect location.

The perfect place to live with expansive water views of the lagoon and lavish landscaped gardens and a proposed golf course surrounding the development, Dubai Lagoon comprises of four building designs: Harmony, Serenity, Infinity, and Tranquility. The commercial center will consist of a super market, laundry, world class gym, swimming pools, sauna, Jacuzzi, squash courts, tennis courts, bowling ally, and mosque.

A place where community living is enhanced by lush open spaces, stunning walkways and smooth bicycle thoroughfares, Dubai Lagoon complements Dubai Investments Park in providing world-class residential facilities to its tenants. Residents will have access to lagoon side cafes and restaurants. The apartments are complete with the finest array of modern amenities - cozy and comfortable, yet elegant and sophisticated. A home you will take immense pride in calling your own and one, which promises an extremely high appreciation value on your investment.

The sponsor of Dubai Lagoon is Mr. Nasser Lootah, chairman of NASA Group, which was established over 25 years ago. NASA Group is one of the most prominent companies in the United Arab Emirates and is engaged in diverse business activities that span a varied portfolio, with plans to expand operations throughout the region and overseas as well. The NASA Group consists of a group of companies including travel and tourism, cargo, logistics, shipping, retail, real estate, construction projects and heavy engineering.

Also the new DWTC


http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=290437&page=5

http://tinypic.com/idh9q1.jpg

http://tinypic.com/idhafo.jpg

http://tinypic.com/idhb2v.jpg

http://tinypic.com/idhbbc.jpg

http://tinypic.com/idhcvt.jpg

http://tinypic.com/idhd8l.jpg

http://tinypic.com/idhdgi.jpg

The dates might be off by a day or two:


Dec 13th

New renders for al sharq tower (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=6628998#post6628998):

Lobby Entrance Perspective.

http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/374/2a20entrancenight015us.jpg

Upper Level Units.

http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/383/balcony132rr.jpg

Details only.

http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/7514/cable0021jy.jpg

Dec 15th


3 new buildings

Red Residence (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=295066) http://img389.imageshack.us/img389/196/redresidence4hu.th.jpg (http://img389.imageshack.us/my.php?image=redresidence4hu.jpg)

The Centrium 29F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=295070) http://img389.imageshack.us/img389/6619/centrium0se.th.jpg (http://img389.imageshack.us/my.php?image=centrium0se.jpg)

IT Plaza 15F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=292844) http://img305.imageshack.us/img305/484/itplaza1rv.th.jpg (http://img305.imageshack.us/my.php?image=itplaza1rv.jpg)


Also a giant new render for providence tower here (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=277873&page=2)

Dec 17th:


Some new towers (well not new but unknown until now)


http://img375.imageshack.us/img375/9018/new11sv.th.jpg (http://img375.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new11sv.jpg)

http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/9927/new23ls.th.jpg (http://img516.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new23ls.jpg)

http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/6783/new36ux.th.jpg (http://img516.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new36ux.jpg)


Al Shahd tower (url=http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=295758) released:

http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/5469/alshahdtower6kk.th.jpg (http://img514.imageshack.us/my.php?image=alshahdtower6kk.jpg)



Some new renders of the autodrome and surroundings here (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=97479&page=1)

http://img351.imageshack.us/img351/3610/42sq.th.jpg (http://img351.imageshack.us/my.php?image=42sq.jpg)

http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/3080/tower17wt.th.jpg (http://img526.imageshack.us/my.php?image=tower17wt.jpg)

http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/8601/tower22ri.th.jpg (http://img526.imageshack.us/my.php?image=tower22ri.jpg)

http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/8404/tower36fw.th.jpg (http://img526.imageshack.us/my.php?image=tower36fw.jpg)

http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/7782/tower46gk.th.jpg (http://img526.imageshack.us/my.php?image=tower46gk.jpg)

Dec 18th:

Nakheel's new site with new renders, etc.
www.nakheel.ae

For renders check these threads:

Palm Deira (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=140097&page=1)
The Waterfront (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=174742&page=1)
Al Burj (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=120490&page=1)
Jumeirah Village (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=139059&page=1)
Lost City (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=137765&page=1)

Dec 21st:


A new set of twin towers:
Click here (url=http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=297436)

http://tinypic.com/ixgrdk.jpg

Dec 24th:

New renders for trump tulip tower (url=http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=208810&page=1 ):

Also go here (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=267000) for more info.



http://img364.imageshack.us/img364/6901/palmlife12nv.jpg

http://img378.imageshack.us/img378/9584/palmlifepage64qr.jpg

From then until now no new released towers.

Just loads and loads of proposals found on the net.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=271658&page=5&pp=20

بلدية دبي ترخص انشاء برج من 70 طابقا بتكلفة 200 مليون درهم.

Dec 31, 2005 - 05:49 -



دبي في 31 ديسمبر/ وام/ وافقت بلدية دبي على ترخيص مبنى يضم 70 طابقا في منطقة المركز التجاري الثانية بتكلفة 200 مليون درهم.

وقال المهندس خالد محمد صالح مدير إدارة المباني أن البرج المتميز يضم سردابين وطابقا أرضيا وميزانين و3 طوابق خدمات و70 طابقا سكنيا وناديا صحيا.

وسيتم إنشاء البرج على مساحة إجمالية تبلغ مليونا و511 ألفا و988 قدما مربعا في حين تبلغ مساحة الأرض المخصصة له 10 آلاف قدم مربع.

وتحتوي المباني على مجموعة من الشقق السكنية بواقع 280 شقة ذات غرفة واحدة و40 شقة ذات غرفتين و240 أستوديو ويبلغ عدد مواقف السيارات 605 مواقف و 3 محلات بمساحة تبلغ 13 ألفا و70 قدما مربعا فيما يتوفر به خدمة ترفيهية عبارة عن ناد صحي بمساحة تبلغ 36ر603 قدم مربع.

وام/ سا / سر/ع او 49 17

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70 + 3 + 2 + 2F tower in Trade Center 2
cost 200 million
605 parkings
280 one room apartment + 40 two room apartments + 240 studios.

:eek: this might be the one altin or someone found...

:puke:


Is this really new? because I think Ive seen it like a zillion time on SZR in a board.

http://tinypic.com/jhg9k0.jpg

looks like al attar... maybe it is and they redesigned it.

yup
that's this ahmed abdul rahim al attar tower
301m

^ No it can not be that. The 301m Al Attar tower is Hotel and Commercial.

it definitely is this one
the design is the same apart from a few minor changes!

think so too, however altin is correct this is indeed residential.
smussuw any other hints in the article?

^ no really important

It will have a health club (I dont know exactly what do u call that) a spa?
It area is 10,000 feet square

Jumeirah Gardens - Gardenia

http://www.dubaiwaterfronts.com/Elevation.jpg

http://www.dubaiwaterfronts.com/Location_map.jpg

latest stuff:

Dubai Jewel Tower 44F UC

http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/1682/skyscrapers30035jr.jpg

53F Twins with Chrysler roof. UC
http://www.alumcouae.com/admin/projectupload/PERSPECTIVE-S.jpg


and we have a weird proposal, a kinda big ben tower called Al Yaqoub tower 60F
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=301709

new unknown:

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=301179




renders:

http://tinypic.com/jpxvea.jpg

http://tinypic.com/jpxvld.jpg

http://tinypic.com/jpxvsw.jpg

http://tinypic.com/jpxw0m.jpg

http://tinypic.com/jpxw80.jpg

http://tinypic.com/jjlp8w.jpg

http://tinypic.com/jjlm6r.jpg

one business bay:

http://tinypic.com/jsdkqt.jpg

:hahaha:

So there are now 3 chrysler ripoffs?

more or less. however, the churchill one is not that bad imo.

:hahaha:

So there are now 3 chrysler ripoffs?

and one Big Ben rip off. :tongue2:

Chrysler, Big Ben, Eiffel, Pyramid, Turning Torso and the list goes on :D
Personally i hate the Eiffel rip off, they even made it a few meters taller, but its like copying the Mona Lisa and put a red dot on her nose.

Should this go in here?

C2-2 Tower 20F? (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=6931831#post6931831)

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/2677/cc24kh.th.jpg (http://img262.imageshack.us/my.php?image=cc24kh.jpg)

good find, seems to be launched only in the UK?

The Thailand Island apartments and villas in The World project seems to have been launched for sale

http://www.dubaiwaterfronts.com/jasmine_pic1.JPG

http://www.dubaiwaterfronts.com/the-worldmap.JPG

http://www.dubaiwaterfronts.com/Illustration%5B1%5D.JPG

Jan 11th:

Media city towers:

Unnamed 15F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304956) http://img238.imageshack.us/img238/5024/19fm.th.jpg (http://img238.imageshack.us/my.php?image=19fm.jpg)

Bin Farden Residence 12F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=289658) http://img146.imageshack.us/img146/2073/67iz.th.jpg (http://img146.imageshack.us/my.php?image=67iz.jpg)

Unnamed 13F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=289667) http://img146.imageshack.us/img146/3338/74ru.th.jpg (http://img146.imageshack.us/my.php?image=74ru.jpg)

Ahmed Basuliman Tower 15F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304964) http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/989/20oc.th.jpg (http://img295.imageshack.us/my.php?image=20oc.jpg)

Unnamed 15F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304962) http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/7131/34nv1.th.jpg (http://img295.imageshack.us/my.php?image=34nv1.jpg)

Unnamed 13F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304970) http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/8112/44bx1.th.jpg (http://img295.imageshack.us/my.php?image=44bx1.jpg)

Unnamed 15F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304972) http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/8176/52ug.th.jpg (http://img230.imageshack.us/my.php?image=52ug.jpg)

Al Esmawy building 15F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304971)

Deyaar Tower 25F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304969)



Other towers:

Unnamed 14F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304933) http://img230.imageshack.us/img230/3395/010ff.th.jpg (http://img230.imageshack.us/my.php?image=010ff.jpg)

Unnamed 12F (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=304934) http://img321.imageshack.us/img321/8770/027xt.th.jpg (http://img321.imageshack.us/my.php?image=027xt.jpg)

Jan 13th


Anantara hotel (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=305937)

http://tinypic.com/k4752d.jpg

http://www.alabbargroup.com/images/20060109/dxbtwr02.jpg

Dubai Tower


http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=216671&page=2


http://tinypic.com/kch3bb.jpg

German Sports Tower :rofl:

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=307089


and we have a great business bay plot map and a stunning map of SZR area.

Here it is:

http://www.alabbargroup.com/images/20060109/dxbtwr02.jpg

does the render i posted not work?

It didn't for a while :D

Jan 13th


Anantara hotel (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=305937)

http://tinypic.com/k4752d.jpg

HOLY !!! :eek2:

Royale Residences at DSC.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=7034561#post7034561

http://www.bangash.ae/DSC/ban1.jpg

Fantastic!!!! :|

Oh, Commie in Dubai! :D haha

there is too much stuff happening, we cannot keep up this thread :(

maybe it is better to check the dubai boom rundown, almost everything is posted there as well ..?

there is too much stuff happening, we cannot keep up this thread :(

So true :D

no way this thread keeps anyone up to date.

i am here often enough but i just forget it..

so probably the best way would be to have a look in malec's boom thread..

:( was a good idea though..

yes i agree, there is no way anyone keeps this up to date.

we just have t hope we dont miss anything :)