Where can I find a good up to date Marina plot map with the names of the buildings??
Thanks...

Someone asked me the same by email but didnt find it ,just the old one ,like this;

http://www.rustardubai.com/interactive/map_dubaimarina.html

Thanks Imre.
I also found one that I hadn't seen before:
http://www.sandcastles-property.com/adv_map.php?id=4

Thanks Imre.
I also found one that I hadn't seen before:
http://www.sandcastles-property.com/adv_map.php?id=4

Almost the same , source from the SSC Dubaiflo's map :)

Same mistakes , like Platinum Tower, Pacific etc..

^^

My favourite Marina Map
http://www.dubaiinvest.ru/maps/view/dubai_marina/

here we are:)

04/February/2011

plot next to the Park Island

http://i51.tinypic.com/35mmsuc.jpg


So what's it gonna be?

I look down on the plot every day and have noticed some activity in recent months.

First they boarded up the area (which i feel is too small to be a development of any sort).

Then a few months later they drilled holes all over the plot and filled them up with cement. An engineer friend of mine said this was to hold the ground in place for landscaping (which prompts me to assume that they do not intend on digging up the area go lay foundations for a building etc)

Now over the past few days they've been going around with those laser tripods things...so something is definitely coming chaps!

Lets just hope its a park!!!

If this became a park, it would be a relief. Enough buildings in the Marina!

01/April/2011

Dubai Marina, plot next to the Park Island , board is there , main contractor is the MESC

http://i53.tinypic.com/2nkpaq8.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/sv2gwo.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/2e4ff5f.jpg

Where can I find a good up to date Marina plot map with the names of the buildings??
Thanks...


just saw this map from the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Gov. of Dubai:

http://www.dtcm-dubaimap.com/applet/map.html


Shows the Marina and many names of buildings, but much more i.e. all of Dubai.

01/April/2011

Dubai Marina, plot next to the Park Island , board is there , main contractor is the MESC


Well the original plans for PI had the small boarded off area as a landscaped park - of course that was many years ago now..:lol:

Given that Emaar haven't got the money to landscape the rest of the Marina I would be surprised if they started there. But on the other hand they cannot hand over to the OA if the project is not finished.....

I see that they are motoring ahead in front of TimePlaceTower! Not! :0)

08/April/2011

Plot next to the Bay Central

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They have finally broken ground in the Plot next to Park Island. So I went down to speak to the good people of MESC Engineering to enquire about the mysterious project they were working on...Mosque!

I checked out the website, and the design seems quite nice, but I cant help wandering what this will do for surrounding property prices. While we may get a nice view, we will also get the prayer 5 times a day. What do you guys think?

http://www.mesc.ae/MediaFiles/ProjectImages/f1475b7c-1a4b-425d-a9a8-b9496fe4da7f.jpg.ashx?scale=both&width=950

[QUOTE=shinobi888;75980861]They have finally broken ground in the Plot next to Park Island. So I went down to speak to the good people of MESC Engineering to enquire about the mysterious project they were working on...Mosque!

I checked out the website, and the design seems quite nice, but I cant help wandering what this will do for surrounding property prices. While we may get a nice view, we will also get the prayer 5 times a day. What do you guys think?
QUOTE]

This is something the Marina needs for sure. In Dierra you can hear the Azan 5 times a day and feels great being in a muslim country where In Jumeirah area its not the same.

I checked out the website, and the design seems quite nice, but I cant help wandering what this will do for surrounding property prices. While we may get a nice view, we will also get the prayer 5 times a day. What do you guys think?


Well we already get the sound of the muezzin from the JBR prayer room over the road, so no great change.

Personally I think the design where it sits right on the Marina is fantastic - BUT - and this is from experience living next to mosques in other areas - parking is going to be a nightmare. If the whole project is as shown in the pictures and there is no dedicated parking then at peak times it is going to be a shambles out front.


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http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l212/sids666/m2.jpg

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It seems to have a basement, maybe they will be foresighted enough to put some parking there. Agree with your comments regarding it being a shambles especially Friday prayers.

18june

can't remeber the name of this one....

(PIC MOVED to marina warf II) thx bbta

^^ Marina Wharf II :)

Does anyone know what is going to be between Silverene Tower B and Marina Mall / Plaza. I saw a very unclear old plot map and it looks like a small building

http://i55.tinypic.com/14ltufk.jpg

Does anyone know what is going to be between Silverene Tower B and Marina Mall / Plaza. I saw a very unclear old plot map and it looks like a small building

http://i55.tinypic.com/14ltufk.jpg

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=549995&page=2

:cheers:

Finally something new :)

14/October/2011

Marina Hotel (next to Bay Central)

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http://i52.tinypic.com/19wjk7.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/6sxdas.jpg

http://i56.tinypic.com/287niia.jpg

5/Jan/2012

Just seen front of Botanica, board next to Bay Central plot:)

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http://i41.tinypic.com/11jlxzl.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/20h11w.jpg

http://i25.tinypic.com/9k1q4g.jpg


DUBAI MARINA PROGRESS – CHANGES FOR JULY UPDATE


PARK ISLAND HANDOVER NOW IN PROGRESS
ZUMURUD HANDOVER NOW IN PROGRESS
MARINA WHARF 1 HANDOVER NOW IN PROGRESS
OPAL TOWER (CASA DEL MAR) HANDOVER NOW IN PROGRESS
MAG 218 HANDOVER NOW IN PROGRESS
TRIDENT GRAND RESIDENCE HANDOVER EXPECTED SHORTLY
ORRA MARINA IS TOPPED OUT
OCEAN HEIGHTS IS TOPPED OUT - NO HANDOVER ANNOUNCEMENT AS YET
SULAFA TOWER IS TOPPED OUT - NO HANDOVER ANNOUNCEMENT AS YET
THE TORCH IS TOPPED OUT HANDOVER OF LOW FLOORS COMMENCE IN SEPTEMBER
SILVERENE IS TOPPED OUT HANDOVER EXPECTED IN DECEMBER
23 MARINA IS 100% STRUCTURE COMPLETE
ARIYANA TOWER IS TOPPED OUT EXPECTED TO HANDOVER IN DECEMBER
THE ATLANTIC IS NOW 75% STRUCTURE COMPLETE
INFINITY MOVES TO 75% STRUCTURE COMPLETE
MARINA 101 IS MORE THAN 75% STRUCTURE COMPLETE
G.H THE RESIDENCES IS MORE THAN 75% STRUCTURE COMPLETE
ELITE RESIDENCES IS MORE THAN 50% STRUCTURE COMPLETE
BAY CENTRAL EXPECTED DELIVERY MOVES TO 2013 AS 3rd TOWER AND IT’S PODIUM IS ON HOLD
SHAHLA TOWER IS ON HOLD
EDEN BLUE TOWER IS ON HOLD
DOLCE VITA MOVES TO U/C AND PODIUM CONSTRUCTION


do you have an update of this one ?

It like this & its very very very well-done.

what's that plot one to the right (east) of Marina Star, two from Lotus Hotel? they are building about ground level right now, and tons of workers on the site today....

what's that plot one to the right (east) of Marina Star, two from Lotus Hotel? they are building about ground level right now, and tons of workers on the site today....

Sounds like it's the new Marina Mosque plot.

Sounds like it's the new Marina Mosque plot.

True, Arabtec have many workers there.

21/January/2012

Dubai Marina , empty plots

Behind Iris Blue

http://i44.tinypic.com/3091tt1.jpg

Between Botanica and Skyview Tower

http://i43.tinypic.com/ere939.jpg

Between the bridge and Park Island-Mosque

http://i42.tinypic.com/so0so7.jpg

Between Marina Tower and Dusit Hotel

http://i40.tinypic.com/4lim94.jpg

Between the bridge and Infinity

http://i39.tinypic.com/4hcl7p.jpg

Open space next to Time Place

http://i43.tinypic.com/25zjl1x.jpg

http://i40.tinypic.com/1zoyp8x.jpg

New landscaping close to Grosvenor House

http://i42.tinypic.com/29wn9kg.jpg

21/January/2012

Dubai Marina , empty plots


Between the bridge and Park Island-Mosque

http://i42.tinypic.com/so0so7.jpg


Diamond Developers are apparently claiming that they are to soon start work on this site - we shall see...

I think 2 plots (9GG , 9HH) there so Marina Diamond 8 and 9 ?:)

They have another plot in Dubai Marina but dont know what is the exact location..

Emaar constructing new car park on empty plot between Marinascape and Marina Hotel Apartments. Here's hoping for a little soft landscaping around it at least.

http://i40.tinypic.com/2ajqdtw.jpg

Same from the street, i hope they will do something good there , that place was a really mess:)

08/March/2012

Plot between the Marinascape and Marina Hotel Apartments

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http://i44.tinypic.com/2ldhicy.jpg

08/March/2012

Plot next to Infinity Tower, any idea whats going on , Al Futtaim Carillion already there..

http://i44.tinypic.com/14j6iyh.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/t8uo9t.jpg

Emaar constructing new car park on empty plot between Marinascape and Marina Hotel Apartments. Here's hoping for a little soft landscaping around it at least.



This will just be a car park in the empty lot or will they build a multi-story parking structure?

Same from the street, i hope they will do something good there , that place was a really mess:)


Also saw some earth moving equipment on the wasteland in font of the Jewels yesterday - perhaps Emaar are finally going to start landscaping the open areas? :dunno:

This will just be a car park in the empty lot or will they build a multi-story parking structure?

Definitely only a ground level car park.

Also saw some earth moving equipment on the wasteland in font of the Jewels yesterday - perhaps Emaar are finally going to start landscaping the open areas? :dunno:

Yes, they are already working there , chic-end avenue for True Blue :)

Yes, they are already working there , chic-end avenue for True Blue :)

LOL - it would take more that a few strategically placed shrubs to make it that :lol:

10/March/2012

Plot between Torch and Marina Heights

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Yes, they are already working there , chic-end avenue for True Blue :)

LOL - it would take more that a few strategically placed shrubs to make it that.

I agree, this part of the marina has been completely neglected by Emaar and a few strategically placed shrubs, after 4 years of waiting, will not be acceptable.

This area has the most potential in the entire marina due to the uncluttered skyline and it being least densely populated area. Also the setback on the building line from La Residencia to Dorrabay creates the only place in the marina with a feeling of space and avoiding being another claustrophobic part of the marina district.


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There can be no denying the potential is there! Let's hope it looks something like the official design produced by Emaar years ago;

http://img197.imageshack.us/img197/2485/dubaisept09002.jpg

...with a feeling of space and avoiding being another claustrophobic part of the marina district.





that's right.

although I quite like the super crowded places in the marina from time to time considering that 99% of the Arabian peninsula landmass is everything but crowded. took this pic today in Abu Dhabi desert today. made me want to go back where the crowd is...

http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac210/PrincessTower/xIMG_0412.jpg

^^All that needs is a "few strategically placed shrubs":lol:

Work on the open space next to MVT - perhaps (hopefully) a car park?


http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l212/sids666/P1010016.jpg

Work on the open space next to MVT - perhaps (hopefully) a car park?


http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l212/sids666/P1010016.jpg

It seems Emaar prefer car parks instead of landscaping, same happening front of Jewels , next to Marinascape etc.. probably they will introduce the paid parking system in Dubai Marina soon..

Well, Marina NEEDS parking

Well, Marina NEEDS parking

Exactly, its already crowded and still many towers coming..

Well the car park in front of Dorra Bay/Jewels is finished - looks OK but cant see why it wasn't made a bit bigger and why it wasn't actually connected to the road :nuts:

Whatever, its an improvement on the empty wasteland that was there which is just a dumping ground for dog shit and cigarette butts. Hopefully it will give a big boost to the businesses struggling to survive down that end of the Marina.

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l212/sids666/IMG_0338.jpg

What a joke , looks like a runaway :)

i want to ask .. every tower must have parking in Dubai ... right ???

Well the car park in front of Dorra Bay/Jewels is finished - looks OK but cant see why it wasn't made a bit bigger and why it wasn't actually connected to the road :nuts:

Whatever, its an improvement on the empty wasteland that was there which is just a dumping ground for dog shit and cigarette butts. Hopefully it will give a big boost to the businesses struggling to survive down that end of the Marina.

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l212/sids666/IMG_0338.jpg

maybe it is a test :|

i want to ask .. every tower must have parking in Dubai ... right ???

They do, but not enough for even their own residents - for visitors, parking in the Marina is becoming a big issue.

car park by MVT is finished


http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l212/sids666/carpark.jpg

Rumour is there is a new project called Jumeirah Beach Village. Its a F&B mall that stretches from the Hilton to the Shereton. G+2 and has 2 basement parkings. Developer Meraaz.

Rumour is there is a new project called Jumeirah Beach Village. Its a F&B mall that stretches from the Hilton to the Shereton. G+2 and has 2 basement parkings. Developer Meraaz.

u mean Meraas, rite?

R

car park by MVT is finished


http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l212/sids666/carpark.jpg

Looks better than the sand but they should have put at least few trees there..

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R

Rumour is there is a new project called Jumeirah Beach Village. Its a F&B mall that stretches from the Hilton to the Shereton. G+2 and has 2 basement parkings. Developer Meraaz.

So they will replace the big car park then?

Iv not seen the tender but I would assume it will replace the carpark. I think the above location by "The Dubai Guys" is pretty accurate. I'm told it will be announced soon.

Apart from the years of construction its good news I think.......although I would have preffered the beach parks!!!

and where are the people supposed to park then...

and where are the people supposed to park then...

i guess in the two basement levels???

R

i guess in the two basement levels???

R

Thats ok but during the construction will be mess there..

perhaps this is why they are adding car parks in other locations around the marina to absorb the issue

Looks better than the sand but they should have put at least few trees there..

^^Totally agree. Also, what about a direct access from this car park to the walk? This would benefit the businesses in the podium: Zaatar W Zeit - Marina View Tower
http://www.yadig.com/AE/Dubai/Restaurants/Zaatar-W-Zeit---Marina-View-Tower-Dubai/27583
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perhaps this is why they are adding car parks in other locations around the marina to absorb the issue

looks like there is another coming at the side of Park Island

Well the car park in front of Dorra Bay/Jewels is finished - looks OK but cant see why it wasn't made a bit bigger and why it wasn't actually connected to the road :nuts:

Whatever, its an improvement on the empty wasteland that was there which is just a dumping ground for dog shit and cigarette butts. Hopefully it will give a big boost to the businesses struggling to survive down that end of the Marina.

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l212/sids666/IMG_0338.jpg

So, reading all the above posts and putting 2 and 2 together it looks like the carpark at JBR is being ripped up soon. In an attempt to provide alternatives they have gone through the marina and covered any empty space with tarmac.

The crazy thing about the Jewels car park, apart from the fact that it is badly laid out, is that one of the busy restaurants paid for someone to spread stone chippings in front of his restaurant for his customers to park (you can still see the chippings on the left of the picture). The authorities gave him a slap on the wrists and put bollards up next to Dorrabay (still visible) to stop vehicles going down this plot. That was only a few months back and now they have built a better car park which will be full every night by his customers. I also expect a lot of the Hummers and other large Range Rovers from Jewels will use this space as it is a nightmare parking these in the basement.

In summary the space will be used for a different purpose than intended unless they introduce some form of "pay and display" system.

I can't see why they don't use the space below the overbridge to make more carparks. Idea shaded space!

^^ I would think for public and infrastructure safety resons ;)

I still don't get it unless you are a terrorist and plan to blow up your car, seems to be the reason why they don't allow it below the Metro track.

In summary the space will be used for a different purpose than intended unless they introduce some form of "pay and display" system.

Heard today that was the plan for the whole Marina

I love how they totally neglect to acknowledge the main reason people park at that car park, and not around the Marina. Hell, I'd be curious to know how many of those cars parking down at the beach are from the Marina.

Short term, I can see this really hurting a lot of the businesses down on The Walk. I can also see it increasing noise for JBR residents as people get liberal with their horn as people try to find somewhere to park as close to the beach as possible.

I can also see Marina Mall starting to ticket their parking again once this happens. It's the only other - currently free - facility with large amounts of parking; enough to swallow up the loss of all those spaces from the JBR car park.

New project from The First Group ( location is between the KG Tower and Eden Blue plot)

TFG Marina Hotel / HOTEL / 30 floors

Introducing TFG Marina Hotel, a prestigious hotel development set in the heart of one of Dubai's most coveted and breath-taking locations. Dubai Marina, the world's second largest man-made marina, is a vibrant city within a city, offering residents and visitors the ultimate in cosmopolitan living, right on the water's edge. Located in the heart of 'New Dubai', Dubai Marina is superbly and centrally situated just off Sheikh Zayed Road's Interchange 5, with fast and convenient connections via road and the Dubai Metro to anywhere in the city.

Covering 30 floors, TFG Marina Hotel is a stunning development featuring 519 luxuriously appointed hotel rooms. Each turnkey residence is fully furnished and equipped to the highest standards, with cutting edge, contemporary design and finishing throughout. The spacious ground floor lobby unfolds into a multitude of food and beverage outlets, while situated right next to the hotel is the Club House annex. This four storey building houses a great number of exclusive recreational facilities, including a state of the art gym and luxurious roof top swimming pool. Residents and guests can also enjoy all the comforts of home, coupled with the convenience and luxury of a hotel, with full management and services aligned to international 4 star standards.

Dubai Marina has become the place to reside in the city, thanks to its ultimate, eclectic atmosphere, wealth of amenities and unrivalled waterside and sea views. Take a short stroll from TFG Marina Hotel and breathe in the fresh sea breeze, watch the world go by at one of the many buzzing Cafés and restaurants along the Marina Walk, or enjoy a spot of retail therapy in the diverse array of shopping outlets, including the area's popular Dubai Marina Mall. Just minutes away is the popular Jumeirah Beach Walk, an extensive stretch of al fresco dining and shopping options, located on the seafront. With so much on offer, it is no wonder the Dubai Marina has become one of the world's most desirable lifestyles. TFG Marina Hotel offers guests and residents the opportunity to truly live this exclusive dream.

http://www.thefirstgroup.com/tfgmarinahotel/

Getting back to all these new car parks - I see that some (Park Island, Marina Quays, MVT) are just temporary, simply tar sprayed over gravel. Perhaps somebody is thinking ahead for when the car park on JBR Walk is closed for construction. :dunno:

Can you guys see in the future when things get even more conjested that parts of the Marina might have pedestrian only areas just like cities in Europe ?

If they develope the other side of JBR Walk one day that would be a perfect location. No more car access, just taxis, the street would be really wide, more caffe tables, etc, etc, no polution, less noise.

One street down you will have the tram also.

Can you guys see in the future when things get even more conjested that parts of the Marina might have pedestrian only areas just like cities in Europe ?

If they develope the other side of JBR Walk one day that would be a perfect location. No more car access, just taxis, the street would be really wide, more caffe tables, etc, etc, no polution, less noise.

One street down you will have the tram also.

I am sure the residents of the buildings there would love to be unable to access their residences by car!?

Can you guys see in the future when things get even more conjested that parts of the Marina might have pedestrian only areas just like cities in Europe ?

If they develope the other side of JBR Walk one day that would be a perfect location. No more car access, just taxis, the street would be really wide, more caffe tables, etc, etc, no polution, less noise.

One street down you will have the tram also.

No chance, the locals won't even walk around an air conditioned mall, you'd end up replacing cars with golf buggies.

Can you guys see in the future when things get even more conjested that parts of the Marina might have pedestrian only areas just like cities in Europe ?


Given the climate - No. The disaster that is JBR podium level shows that pedestrian areas are simply not viable in this region.

Given the climate - No. The disaster that is JBR podium level shows that pedestrian areas are simply not viable in this region.

I wouldn't be surprised if every access to JBR Walk Podium had escalators it would be a better success than today.

I noticed soil testing next to the Shereton on JBR beach, is this for Jumeirah Beach Village or something else??

I noticed soil testing next to the Shereton on JBR beach, is this for Jumeirah Beach Village or something else??

new White Hart lane ?

I noticed soil testing next to the Shereton on JBR beach, is this for Jumeirah Beach Village or something else??

I think it was originally the location of one of the beach clubs - perhaps now that the first one is almost complete they are starting on the others?

Whatever they build they dont want to get too close to the water as I see that the rate of beach erosion at that end of the marina has dramatically worsened over the last 6 months. The Sheraton has put sandbags down to protect their property but they are starting to loose the first line of palm trees. Perhaps the currents have been altered by the construction of the new runway?

I think it was originally the location of one of the beach clubs - perhaps now that the first one is almost complete they are starting on the others?

Whatever they build they dont want to get too close to the water as I see that the rate of beach erosion at that end of the marina has dramatically worsened over the last 6 months. The Sheraton has put sandbags down to protect their property but they are starting to loose the first line of palm trees. Perhaps the currents have been altered by the construction of the new runway?

Yep! Continual errosion has always been a problem at this end. In some years I have seen islands appear in the water opposite Hilton as the sand migrates along the coast. Since the construction of the marina started, the beach at Habtoor Grand has just grown wider and wider. Now it is ridiculously wide and Sheraton beach is disappearing fast. There used to be a shear drop from the gardens down onto the beach.

The other side of the marina entrance near KG tower has a new beach appearing against the revetement wall. Looks really nice, I guess it used to be part of The Palm Jebel Ali :lol:

I think it was originally the location of one of the beach clubs - perhaps now that the first one is almost complete they are starting on the others?

Whatever they build they dont want to get too close to the water as I see that the rate of beach erosion at that end of the marina has dramatically worsened over the last 6 months. The Sheraton has put sandbags down to protect their property but they are starting to loose the first line of palm trees. Perhaps the currents have been altered by the construction of the new runway?

It's been going on for well over a year. I noticed that when I was living down in JBR. The way the beach just ends suggests there is some serious erosion going on. Strange thing is, go past the other side of the Hilton, and it's fine.

I have a feeling it's something to do with the interaction of the current being blocked by the Palm, combined with the breaker for the marina entrance past the Sheraton.

Also, when I spoke to Blink Events (the people who arrange and run the Dubai-leg of the Red Bull X-Fighters), they said they'd heard that they might have to look for an alternative location due to a project planned for the area. Not sure if that hints at a start date within the next 12 months, or not.

Erosion has always been a problem on Dubai beaches, the Palm Jumeirah just changed the currents and erosion/deposit patterns.

We have used the Sheraton beach twice (Jan 2007 & Jan 2011) each time for a month whilst we where staying in Dubai.

I have put some pictures below from each time showing just how much erosion has taken place.

How much beach is left?

We are coming to Dubai again next January and each time we contact all the hotels for a beach pass, the Sheraton gives us the best rate for a months use.

Has anyone got any recent pictures (sandbagged) or know what plans they have at that end of the beach, considering the new hotel complex going up next door to the Sheraton?

2007
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2011
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2011
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Beach front panoramic shot 2011
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I also found a short bit of video I shot whilst going over the old bridge at the other end of the Marina (Jan 2007)
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^^Looks like a waste of time forming that beach revetement next to Sheraton to try and prevent the erossion. Might have worked better if they had formed a "T" shape rock wall facing out into the sea to absorb the wave energy. This will work if they do this a few times along the beach and help prevent the dangerous rip currents that are common in this part.

Once they do this they can start hauling the sand back along the beach and redistribute it to the rock formations and hence increase the beach area by 100%.

More free consulting advice from one of the world's leading civil engineers. :lol:

More free consulting advice from one of the world's most humble and modest civil engineers. :lol:

Oh, I see what you did there :D

^^And I see what you did! ;)

Has anyone got any recent pictures (sandbagged) or know what plans they have at that end of the beach, considering the new hotel complex going up next door to the Sheraton?

2011
http://i44.tinypic.com/33za7ts.jpg


The erosion has now pushed back into the first row of palms - they will not last much longer. Sandbags have been placed from the rocks to about halfway along the Sheraton beach.

Thanks AppleMac, no doubt the Sheraton will still want full money for a months beach pass even though they don't have a full beach any more.

'Windows User'!!!!!!

Thanks AppleMac, no doubt the Sheraton will still want full money for a months beach pass even though they don't have a full beach any more.

'Windows User'!!!!!!

Before and after pics of the sandbags at sheraton jbr beach:

Before: 3 March 2012
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After: 9 April 2012
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^^Is this a serious problem or can be solved...?....I hope beach lovers wouldn't mind it.....!........

Much appreciated :ohno:

Before and after pics of the sandbags at sheraton jbr beach:

Before: 3 March 2012
http://oi44.tinypic.com/2uzuss8.jpg

HOLY CR@P :eek2:

^^Is this a serious problem or can be solved...?....I hope beach lovers wouldn't mind it.....!........

Firoz - it isn't a massive problem that cannot be solved. True Blue is right, a T-groyne either from rock or the same sandbags would be a simple solution to the Sheraton's erosion issue as it would stop the natural sand transport to the north.

That said, a single T-groyne there would not help the erosion to the other side of the rock wall as it would cut off that source of sand which is nourishing the rest of the beach. So it would need to be done in combination with other structures or a series of groynes to compartmentalise the rest of the beach. Some beach users might complain about the groynes on the beach however - especially rock ones, so additional groynes might create an aesthetic issue.

The sandbag wall itself is an emergency protection works to stop the erosion in front of the playground. Its always tricky with hotel beaches as whilst they are operated by the hotel they are essentially still owned by the local municipality so it can be difficult determining whose responsibility it is to fix it. There could also be restrictions as to the type of structure (such as groynes) that could be built there.

^^I had suggested that they build a series of T shaped groynes all along the beach and haul the sand back up the beach and fill it against these rock structure creating a series of U shape beaches. This would increase the length of beach shoreline as well as act as break waters making it generally more pleasant to swim in and safer. Speed boats would not be able to speed around inshore either. The whole process would probably cost much less than the cost of building an aircraft runway out in the sea!!

The errosion at Sheraton seems to be exacerbated by the marina entrance sea wall. It must be causing turbulence that is picking up the sand and depositing it further along at the other entrance. This distortion of the shore can be seen clearly on google earth.

BTW, thanks for reminding me of the proper word for these structures ;-)

I think a combination of the marina entrance beside the Sheraton which has effectively blocked sand transport from the south and the palm which has blocked waves from the north has accelerated the erosion and transport to the north. The beach realignment would eventually reach an equilibrium point and stabilise to some degree however it might be that is somewhere in the foyer of the Sheraton.

The other alternative to a groyne would be either an offshore breakwater or submerged reef which would reduce wave force and also help form a bit of a salient behind them. Visually a submerged structure might be better but it would probably be a much more mo.bile beach and may require more nourishment though. Depending on the materials its made from they can also create a solid dive/fishing spot over time by attracting marine life. Would be nice to have a good dive site just off the beach.

Witnessed re-building,over night of Mardinat Jumeirah beach area with several tractors /dumpers (lorrys) when on holiday there...problems must be further along as well..?

Most notable to the right of pier chic restaurant ..(burj al Arab side)

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^^ The entire Dubai coastline is effected by erosion, it always has and of course, always will.

^^ The entire Dubai coastline is effected by erosion, it always has and of course, always will.

Dubai makeing islands out erosive sand..!

Great idea..!

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^^ Erosion does not just mean sands being eatten off, but deposited too.

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The proposed Jumeirah beach Village

Is that the Sheration in the back ?

Looks more retail than a beach club, I guess thats why they are calling it Villiage.

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I liked the original concept better, and they should of stuck to it.

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The proposed Jumeirah beach Village

They were doing the ground testing work as the team behind the X-Fighters was doing the tear down on the stadium, so it looks like they'll be moving forward with it pretty soon.

I just wonder if this is going to be a beach club, or will access to the beach remain open to the public. It'll kill JBR prices even more if it isn't open to the public; and it'll hurt The Walk too.

Where has the road gone? Are they going to pedestrianise the area? Can only be a good thing. Means nowhere to park for anyone though.

The row of buildings at the back is JBR. It would appear they'll be changing the road layout to one that doesn't bend just past Bohouse and running the road straight under the Sofitel balcony/pool thing that jutts out rather than round it as it does now.

Surely the scheme includes underground parking!!:dunno:

Had another closer look and can see a car ramp just below the pointing hand. Looks like the Walk will become pedestrianised with just the roads between the JBR comunities providing access to the hotels and car park or drop off. This will be positive IMO as it will limit the needless kerb crawling traffic that causes all the distrubances at night.

The wide area opposite Paul where they hold the market looks to have gone also.

The interesting thing is the green landscaped park between the Amwaj Rotanna and Sheraton. Hope that goes ahead as it would be nice to have a park in the area.

^^ Positive? How is removing parking possibilities be a positive move for the success of even more outlets in the area? Do you really think are the JBR and Marina residents those who make The Walk crowded, or are exactly those people that also cause the traffic jams?

No parking, no development and retail/eateries success PERIOD. This is Dubai, and people will not take taxis or wait for the bus to go someplace. It ain't gone happen. The only alternative is the JBR podium.

No parking, no development and retail/eateries success PERIOD. This is Dubai,

Quite right - if you restrict parking you will kill any chance of it being a success.

Had another closer look and can see a car ramp just below the pointing hand. Looks like the Walk will become pedestrianised with just the roads between the JBR comunities providing access to the hotels and car park or drop off. This will be positive IMO as it will limit the needless kerb crawling traffic that causes all the distrubances at night.

The wide area opposite Paul where they hold the market looks to have gone also.

The interesting thing is the green landscaped park between the Amwaj Rotanna and Sheraton. Hope that goes ahead as it would be nice to have a park in the area.

The green area at the bottom of the picture is a private beach club.

The village will have 2 basement parking

Had another closer look and can see a car ramp just below the pointing hand. Looks like the Walk will become pedestrianised with just the roads between the JBR comunities providing access to the hotels and car park or drop off. This will be positive IMO as it will limit the needless kerb crawling traffic that causes all the distrubances at night.

The wide area opposite Paul where they hold the market looks to have gone also.

The interesting thing is the green landscaped park between the Amwaj Rotanna and Sheraton. Hope that goes ahead as it would be nice to have a park in the area.

^^ Positive? How is removing parking possibilities be a positive move for the success of even more outlets in the area? Do you really think are the JBR and Marina residents those who make The Walk crowded, or are exactly those people that also cause the traffic jams?

No parking, no development and retail/eateries success PERIOD. This is Dubai, and people will not take taxis or wait for the bus to go someplace. It ain't gone happen. The only alternative is the JBR podium.

The green area at the bottom of the picture is a private beach club.

The village will have 2 basement parking

Who said they were removing parking? They are probably adding more parking than was there originally. What they are doing that is positive is removing the ability of cars to kerb crawl all night long causing a disturbance in a residential area. As I said before, if you read Trip advisor reviews of Hotels on the Walk there are many complaints about the noisy crawling traffic at night with music blaring, exhausts roaring etc.

Unless the parking slots available will be double of what it was, there would be no cure .... not to mention, by the time it will take them to build the thing, the crowds might have migrated alsewhere, not to return when everything would be ready.

Unless the parking slots available will be double of what it was, there would be no cure .... not to mention, by the time it will take them to build the thing, the crowds might have migrated alsewhere, not to return when everything would be ready.

Sure I do agree with comment but as of now and for coming few years JBR and DM will be on top notch unless they make some big moves in Palm or Down town to attract tourist.... And sure its really hard coz JBR and Marina is gifted with beach and all outlets are set.

^^ How it will remain top notch if the parking space is wiped out completely when construction work starts and lasts for a few years or more?

It's all low rise stuff so could be done and dusted in 1 year, or less for for the disruptive stuff.

^^ For how many years have they been ''working'' on the Beach club by Maydan and the convertion to one of the former JBR Sales Center?

The area is huge and building that 2 level underground parking on the beach, presuming there will really be one, it will take a long long time. Plus, in true ''Dubai'' style, it will have 5 - 10 parking slots for a retail/restaurant outlet, as are the plans for that Palm Jumeirah promenade, and one single ane parking access and exit for 1000 parking spots.

I'm just sceptical for the future of the area.

BTW, The Downtown is the number one tourist destination in town, The Walk is mostly visited by residents (in %)..

^^The key will be the funding. If it is Nakheel/Dubai Properties building the JBR village then it could be 10 years stop start construction. I do hope it is just 1 year.

11/May/2012

UNKNOWN TOWER (Next to The Summit), soil testing going on, its a big plot..

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Piling work ongoing on the plot next to The Atlantic and in front of La Dolce Vita


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Piling work ongoing on the plot next to The Atlantic and in front of La Dolce Vita




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