#UNDER C: INFINITY TOWER, 73F Res, 307m

[SA BOY]

Project: Infinity Tower
Floor count: 80
Type: Residential
Location: Dubai Marina, Dubai
Height: 330m
Status: Approved
Architects: Skidmore Owings & Merrill
Website: www.infinitytower.com
Construction start: ?
Construction end: ?
Key fact: Highest twisting tower in the world!


http://tinypic.com/dr421w.jpg

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Well Im sure the pics will be added and the name corrected once dennis and co get back from city scape, but this is a SOM designed tower directly offosite the GH at the entrance to the marina, excellent location and a half decent design

[Dubai-Lover]

we will see what it is
you make me so curious :D

[SA BOY]

its big and its beautiful, have fun today

[malec]

Another supertall :D
And designed by SOM too so has to be good. ;)

[dubaiflo]

is this the hotel tower i think markmywords mentioned it?
on the plot where the skate park used to be?

[Stephan23]

Any other information?

[malec]

We'll see in a few hours once Dubai lover and Altin get back :)

[SA BOY]

is this the hotel tower i think markmywords mentioned it?
on the plot where the skate park used to be?
corecto mondo

[Dubai-Lover]

no, obviously it's in the centre of the marina
at least the render shows it there
could be wrong though

you all want to see it? patience please! :D

maybe altin can do it before i do

name is infinity tower?

[dubaiflo]

infinity tower... finally something new.
i doubt there will be a 80F tower in the middle of the marina... ?

[malec]

LOL how many dumb name of the weeks in one week can we have? The design better be damn good to make up for this crapness.

[New York Yankee]

pics anyone?

[AltinD]

The render:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/altind/P1000774.jpg

[AltinD]

The Model:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/altind/P1000773.jpg

[AltinD]

From a SOM brouschure:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/altind/P1000808.jpg

[dubaiflo]

what a beauty! this is a tower i can allow to block my sea view from marina scape. :D another thread in world section :D

[Dubai-Lover]

http://tinypic.com/dr3tx4.jpg

[Chad]

Who is the developer?

[dazz]

oh my... what a tower

[Dubai-Lover]

http://tinypic.com/dr421w.jpg

[dubaiflo]

developer is a hotel group.. but i don't know which one.

[Trances]

this is great
love the current twist craze in towers

[scorpion]

^^ :cheers2:

[Jechtman]

This tower will kick the Fordham Spire (Chicago) in it's ass.

[Dubai_Steve]

Amazing tower...Makes Ocean Heights look like Marina Diamond!

[dubaiflo]

ehr... you know what the marina diamond is?

marina diamond would not even look good enough to be ocean heights underground car park.

[Stephan23]

You're so right :-)

[Dubai-Lover]

definitely a spacious plot
and one of the best plots in the marina
excellent unblocked views

looks like it will not exactly next to al marsa, bit more closer to the sea
plot allows that

[dubaiflo]

you can see it has a basement much wider than the actual tower.

[Stephan23]

Any picture of this one?

[dubaiflo]

only a sand plot so far.

[Stephan23]

D-L can you add the model picture to emporis?

[homewell]

more news anyone?

[Dubai-Lover]

giant ad in yesterday's newspaper for this one

going to be launched to public in a few days i guess

it shows a twisted shape, but is not revealing the detailed design of the facade

[malec]

Any chance of a scan-in?

[Dubai-Lover]

here we go

http://tinypic.com/fkceo8.jpg

[mc]

this one is smthng else.

[malec]

I was thinking, maybe this one is that other twisty but with a triangular base.

[azimo]

i bet this one will be sold in less 24hrs when launched. fantastic design. do we know exact date yet?

[dubaiflo]

could indeed the case since it is prime prime prime location and a stunner.
but there was word it is a hotel actually.
i love the ad, really great!!

but i think the tower will look like the one on CS/the brochure.

[Dubai-Lover]

as i've told you it's just the shape of the tower
the facade detail is hidden

the design has not changed
it's exactly the same tower

bottom right says:
infinity, living by design
it's the same as on cityscape

NO CHANGES AT ALL! they just hide the design until the final launch

[malec]

Oh right, I was thinking it could be this:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/altind/P1000796.jpg

Guess I was wrong :D

[Chad]

wow....It's finally comin!!!

[dubaiflo]

as i've told you it's just the shape of the tower
the facade detail is hidden

the design has not changed
it's exactly the same tower

bottom right says:
infinity, living by design
it's the same as on cityscape

NO CHANGES AT ALL! they just hide the design until the final launch

stay cool dennis :D
did i say anything different ;)

[Krazy]

80-storey Dubai Marina tower

Defying the slowdown in off-plan apartment sales, the 80-storey Infinity tower at the Dubai Marina is to be launched at the the Worldwide Property Show in Abu Dhabi this week. The project by Cayan features a novel twist in the tower, and is being marketed by Palma Real Estate.

[Krazy]

website is www.infinitytower.com

[Krazy]

pictures from website

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a8/sahmad/6a479cbc.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a8/sahmad/b84c4757.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a8/sahmad/9cdeec8a.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a8/sahmad/63fcc4d3.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a8/sahmad/3f5d38f2.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a8/sahmad/6b517d2e.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a8/sahmad/e209ef76.jpg

[Krazy]

Height is 330m

Source: www.infinitytower.com

[Krazy]

More pictures

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a8/sahmad/05bc2676.jpg

[waaz1]

I really like this tower, and perfect location too. I think that the top is a bit too big though, it could just be the light feature however. Does the top look different than the model at cityscape or is it just me?

[Krazy]

Website claims that at 330m, this is gonna be the highest twisting tower in the world! Another record for Dubai!

[what?]

Good job crazy love that tower.

[Dubai-Lover]

simply jaw-dropping
more of this stuff!!! :eek:

[Stephan23]

Please change the floors on emporis too!

[AltinD]

On the website, they say the penthouses on the top, occupies floors 68 & 69

[malec]

Website claims that at 330m, this is gonna be the highest twisting tower in the world! Another record for Dubai!
What about fordham spire in Chicago?

Anyways, great news :D
And some fantastic renders too. I wonder if Larven can add this to that tallest block diagram.

[malec]

On the website, they say the penthouses on the top, occupies floors 68 & 69
It says floor 72 actually

[malec]

Here are some bigger renders:

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/fileadmin/images/sports/sports_01.jpg

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/fileadmin/images/sports/sports_05.jpg

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/fileadmin/images/location/marina_04.jpg

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/fileadmin/images/location/marina_05.jpg

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/fileadmin/images/building/building_04.jpg

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/fileadmin/images/building/building_05.jpg

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/fileadmin/images/building/building_06.jpg

[Dubai-Lover]

when you check the floor plans on the website it's g+72
don't know why we can read 80 though? :dunno:

[New York Yankee]

i love that tower! a 'turning dubai'

[reignman]

Is this a project by DIP (or a related enterprise of it) or not?

[AltinD]

No.

[AltinD]

It says floor 72 actually

Check the floor plans diagram.

[malec]

Check the floor plans diagram.
Nope, I get 72 as the highest floor from the floor plan diagram. :cheers:

[dubaiflo]

AMAZING!!

Did you add this in the world forums thread and the dubai boom rundown?

oh thank god i have such a nice tower blocking my sea view and not something like the JBR towers!! :D

[malec]

Loads of images have disappeard from my boom thread :rant:

[Krazy]

AMAZING!!

Did you add this in the world forums thread and the dubai boom rundown?

oh thank god i have such a nice tower blocking my sea view and not something like the JBR towers!! :D

block your view from where?

[Dubai_Steve]

I think it is possible that another tower will be built in front of this, towards the mouth of the marina, so some sea views could be blocked in the future??

[Bahraini Spirit]

World's tallest tower with a twist to be built at Dubai Marina

Dubai has witnessed the launch of a revolutionary tower for the construction industry in the Middle East.

http://www.ameinfo.com/images/news/0/19210-twist.jpg

The launch of 'Infinity' which took place at the Grosvenor House Hotel saw guests enjoy a lavish reception including a spectacular fireworks display which lit up the sky in the exact location of the soon to be built tower, in Dubai Marina.

Infinity Tower, which will stand 80 stories high, is anticipated to be a dominant feature on Dubai Marina's landscape. Towering above its neighbours, Infinity at 330 meters will be distinct not only for its height but primarily for its architectural prowess - it will be the world's tallest tower to feature a 90 degree twist, a masterpiece of contemporary style and spiraling design.

Kareem Derbas CEO Palma Real Estate commented,


'We are really excited about this project, to be part of the team responsible for creating such a landmark building is a real honour. A lot of time and effort has been invested by all parties in getting to this stage, with several strategic meetings throughout last year in both Chicago, the home of Skidmore Owings and Merril (SOM) our architects and Dubai. Many developers have contributed to Dubai's fast growing skyline but Infinity will be a true first for the region.'


The architectural landmark, for which piling and foundation work has already begun, will be dedicated to the luxury residential apartments, lofts and penthouses. Cayan are acting as the real estate developer for the project with sister company Palma Real Estate responsible for the sales and marketing function.

Located opposite Grosvenor House and at the beginning of the Dubai Marina, Infinity will boast one of Dubai Marina's most sought after locations. Whichever side of the building; the unique design will afford each apartment a staggering view of Palm Island, the Arabian Gulf, and or the Marina.

Ahmed Al Hatti, CEO of Cayan stated, 'Infinity is going to be an outstanding building not only in terms of its architectural significance but it will also deliver an excellent quality of living for all of its residents.'

Indeed plans for the residences reveal opulent interiors; architectural open-space design has been implemented to ensure a minimum of pillars, providing a true sense of space and light. Floor to ceiling windows compliment the contemporary design, whilst fully fitted kitchens and bathrooms using quality materials will offer a luxurious standard of living. In addition to the décor Infinity's loft apartments will provide unique designs for modern comfort. Available in one, two and three bedrooms, the lofts will offer bright and spacious split level living with magnificent panoramic views.

In addition to its quality build and design, Infinity will ensure that any resident can enjoy the most modern and extravagant amenities. A drop off Infinity pool complete with whirlpool and kid's pool will provide an excellent location for relaxation whilst those looking for a workout can utilize the state of the art gymnasium. Infinity will also offer a nursery, conference room facility, tennis court and luxury spa.

To achieve such a complex and unusual design Skidmore Owings and Merril (SOM) were chosen as architectural partners. World renowned and dedicated to standards of excellence, the company has worked on many global landmark projects including the much hyped Burj Dubai. Whilst creating such a radical and technically advanced design, SOM have placed a huge emphasis on safety and stability. The structural system for the tower is high strength with a reinforced concrete column superstructure that rotates with the twisting shape to create a helix. In addition each floor will accommodate a 1.2 degree twist to achieve the full 90 degree spiral.

[malec]

So when will this start construction? I still don't know why they call this the tallest twister when Fordham spire will be about 450m.

Anyway, this looks like a very high quality development where the developer's concentrating on all the details. If I had the money, I'd definitely buy here.

[dubaiflo]

I think it is possible that another tower will be built in front of this, towards the mouth of the marina, so some sea views could be blocked in the future??


possible, indeed.


block your view from where?


marinascape

Loads of images have disappeard from my boom thread :rant:

better upload them on tinypic.com :)

[Dubai-Lover]

I think it is possible that another tower will be built in front of this, towards the mouth of the marina, so some sea views could be blocked in the future??

yes, the map shows other plots which can be built up, even closer to the sea
anyway, we have to wait and i think there only is place for one


btw - construction work has not yet started
what they say is bullshit!

[dubaiflo]

btw judging from the renders there will only be one more tower next to al marsa and not two which was actually possible.
but we already thought so.

[scorpion]

Future Dubai-SSC forumers' penthouse-loft location???


:D

[Krazy]

Dennis please upload your cityscape pictures on emporis for this tower

[Dubai-Lover]

they're crappy
maybe i can photoshop them tonight

[AltinD]

^ Then upload mines :tongue2:

[Clément]

Nice tower! Reminds me a lot of the Turning Torso Tower in Malmö designed by the fantastic Santiago Calatrava! For those who don't know it, it looks like this:

http://turningtorso.doxcentral.com/il/TURNINGTORSO/webimage.axd?path=D:\dox\fileRoot\turningtorso.doxcentral.com\WEB\{01CB88A9-F0A0-4092-B932-18F2C0B29521}.jpg&filename=_A8L4320.jpg

http://turningtorso.doxcentral.com/il/TURNINGTORSO/webimage.axd?path=D:\dox\fileRoot\turningtorso.doxcentral.com\WEB\{460CA6AC-A792-4D52-8BA3-6B875B01E79C}.jpg&filename=_A8L2807.jpg

http://turningtorso.doxcentral.com/il/TURNINGTORSO/webimage.axd?path=D:\dox\fileRoot\turningtorso.doxcentral.com\WEB\{85C27E1F-80AF-4B2E-8231-37B6D3F209F4}.jpg&filename=_A8L4249.jpg

[BinDubai]

every Tower in Dubai must be in the same standard as this one ...

[Dubai-Lover]

as some of you might know there currently is the world property show in grand hyatt's conference centre
i as a new employee have been shown around many parts of the building, also of course the conference centre

i've read in the papers infinity tower has a model there
i couldn't spot it because we just spent a minute in there :(
just in case if somebody wants to go

[dubaiquote]

Hi Guys

First post here, i think im a convert to the tall buildings of the world, work in Manchester UK, got the beetham tower (i think thats whats its called).. going up here. Looking pretty big.

Like this project hoping for some nice pics of the site, will be in Dubai in Jan 2006 / Feb 2006 for a few days on a stopover, hope to check the place out and the other devlopments.

[thedubailife]

Hi Everyone

Can any one tell me whats going on with this tower have they even done anything like testing or the such.

Anyway if anyone's in the marina area be good to get an update, as this tower looks amazing

[dubaiflo]

it was announced at cityscape two months ago so be patient, it might take until mid 2006 before we see anything.

[dubaiquote]

Just got the brochures through the post , for my apartment in Infinity towers... very impressive stuff, No DVD maybe they dont do them , or the woman forgot to send it...

Similar pictres to the website in there , will try and scan some if i can get a scanner.

Shows the development to the far end of the plot away from the bridge...

Will be in Dubai for a few days at the end of Jan 2006 might take a peep at the marina.

Anyone know any good hotels in Dubai ? sick of looking at travel sites makes me feel :bash:

[Clément]

Good hotels in Dubai? Hehe, plenty of them. I advice you the Jumeirah hotels: topclass, not in the middle of al the working going on, but only 10 minutes from the marina with taxi. Depends on your budget, but the Jumeirah Beach Hotel and the Madinat Resort are simply perfect! Check it out at www.jumeirah.com

[Dubai-Lover]

jumeirah is not perfect :D

go to grand hyatt, they're perfect ;)


anyway - i hope to go on a trip again on friday
still, what should have happened on the site?

[david]

jumeirah is not perfect :D

go to grand hyatt, they're perfect ;)


anyway - i hope to go on a trip again on friday
still, what should have happened on the site?


For a holiday location I would not choose the grand hyatt - business okay.

[thedubailife]

Dubai Lover your only plugging grand hyatt cause you work there, now if your offering free or cheap rooms i'm sure there are plenty of takers on this forum :)

[dubaiflo]

cheap rooms? hyatt? dennis , waiting for your pm :D

[dubaiquote]

Yeah DubaiLover come out with those cheap deals i work in the travel industry too , UK based maybe i can do you a favour too... if you come to the UK :)

Havent been told anything by developer in terms of what is meant to be on the Infinity tower site to be honest havent asked ... Will try and scan those pics in if my scanner works....

[Trances]

I will there end of Jan again as well been a few changes from Sept when was there last as well. Hotels will be the order of the day as i am no longer keeping apartment in Dubai, nor have family to stay with

[david]

Dubai Lover your only plugging grand hyatt cause you work there, now if your offering free or cheap rooms i'm sure there are plenty of takers on this forum :)

Oh right, so thats it. ha ha - good employee

[DUBAI]

Definatly my favourite tower in the marina, other than JBR, the only place i would consider buying in.

anyhow, im in manchester too, and seing that one lonely skyscraper going up, however big it is, is just depressing. Its like somone took 1 of the 60 U/C in the marina and placed it in this cold/rainy town.

[malec]

^^ You think that's bad. Then I wonder what you'd think of a place that wants to put a cap of 3 stories on all future buildings in the outer city and where some people complain that this should be reduced to 2 stories :hahaha:

Welcome to Ireland, the anti-highrise heavan :cheers:

[huit]

I do not know the standards you guys follow here at UAE forum for creating new threads AND I don't even know if someone posted this already... so kindly lock/move/delete this thread if I'm breaking any rule.

Spiral Tower in Dubai Planned
Arab News


DUBAI, 8 December 2005 — A group of Saudi investors announced that they are constructing the longest spiral tower in the world in Dubai. The cost of the tower is SR218 million and it is going to be 330 meters long with 80 stories. Ahmad Al-Hati, the CEO of Saudi Kayan, the owner company, said that it will take three years to complete the tower.

Link: http://www.arabnews.com/?page=6&section=0&article=74386&d=8&m=12&y=2005&pix=business.jpg&category=Business

[Dubai-Lover]

somehow i have a bad feeling that this tower will be in a different location than we all think
i'm now sure it's not in the upper marina with 23 marina, princess tower, le reve, mag 218,....

i suppose it's in the centre near marina diamonds!!! there is a huge plot under c which is not the mall
there is piling going on

hope i'm wrong, but don't be surprised!



80-storey tower work under way

Dubai: Piling and foundation work is currently under way for the Infinity Tower in Dubai.
Infinity Tower, which will stand 80 storeys high, is anticipated to be a dominant feature on Dubai Marina’s landscape.
Located opposite Grosvenor House and at the beginning of the Dubai Marina, Infinity will boast one of Dubai Marina’s most-sought-after locations.
The unique design will afford each apartment a staggering view of the Palm islands, the Arabian Gulf, or the Marina.

[malec]

Well, the renders from the website show it in the usual location.


Actually wait a sec, I think I know what it is. Remember that weird alien-style proposal I posted in the proposed projects thread? I think that could be it. I have to go now so can't be bothered digging it up.

[Gorilla]

I seem to remember a hotel being proposed in that plot around summer time.

[Dubai-Lover]

yes
that's another sign
we got insider info from somebody here saying it is a hotel, also around 80 to 90 storeys
was it a sheraton? :dunno:

anyway, plans might have changed

at least there is no construction going on next to al marsa tower

[thedubailife]

Well the offical website shows it at the following location

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/fileadmin/images/maps/marina_map.jpg

and it is the same picture in the brochure as well as on this link

http://web8.p15170619.pureserver.info/index.php?id=16

Are we saying it is not here as thats mis - reprsentation by the developer and the marketing people

[dubaiflo]

somehow i have a bad feeling that this tower will be in a different location than we all think
i'm now sure it's not in the upper marina with 23 marina, princess tower, le reve, mag 218,....

i suppose it's in the centre near marina diamonds!!! there is a huge plot under c which is not the mall
there is piling going on

hope i'm wrong, but don't be surprised!



80-storey tower work under way

Dubai: Piling and foundation work is currently under way for the Infinity Tower in Dubai.
Infinity Tower, which will stand 80 storeys high, is anticipated to be a dominant feature on Dubai Marina’s landscape.
Located opposite Grosvenor House and at the beginning of the Dubai Marina, Infinity will boast one of Dubai Marina’s most-sought-after locations.
The unique design will afford each apartment a staggering view of the Palm islands, the Arabian Gulf, or the Marina.


i am quite sure it is the plot next to al marsa.
every render and location map and even the articles (see above) shows it there.

The huge plot MUST be the marina mall...

it is too large for infinity anway imo.

[Dubai-Lover]

ok
that says everything
it will be next to al marsa, but they're cheating
there is no construction yet :bash:

[thedubailife]

Thats fine if no construction yet .... i don't mind that cheating but moving the tower would be a bit much....altough on launch it did mention piling and foundations done. :dunno:

[Dubai-Lover]

checked today
there is nothing, absolutely nothing

[beiklopa]

28.12.2005
http://tinypic.com/j998ao.jpg

[Dubai-Lover]

proof enough it's under c :D

there is a tube for dewatering which goes into the marina

i'm not sure if this is for infinity tower or coming from al marsa tower

[dubaiquote]

I cant see a pipe

[beiklopa]

coz there is none for this tower, the pipe tht goes into marina has been there for ages. i think its for al marsa

[smussuw]

did u know the exact location now? I think someone complained about it.

Ive seen the rendering in the map and its exact location.

[dubaiflo]

we are sure it is next to al marsa on that huge plot where the skate park used to be,( btw did they re build it on some other location? they promised to actually.)

[Seabee]

I saw a render in Gulf News about a week ago that showed it roughly where Emaar is, right on the water across from Grosvenor House.

[beiklopa]

i was passing by the construction site last ngiht, and saw 2 huge structures of the signboards right arounthe site, i guess they ll start moving soon.

[AltinD]

Oops, I forgot to have a look on the site today.

[Jechtman]

Will this tower be on an artificial Island in the Marina??

[thedubailife]

No it's not on an artificial site in the marina....it exact oppsite the Grovsner Hotel at the start of the marina. i think dubaiflo said it was the old skate park

[dubaiflo]

jechtman what the heck :D

of course this won't be on an artifical island , ok actually it will be, the whole marina is artificial but look at the map it is on the plot next to al marsa, where ,as is said, the skatepark was.

[dubaiquote]

Hi

reading around some of the other threads i wondered if there were any other owners of Infinty in here ?

Waseem

[Dubai-Lover]

they have put 2 of these on the plot

http://tinypic.com/k4bh95.jpg

[dubaiflo]

and what are "these"?

[AltinD]

^ We have a thread on Skymajlis for "these" kind of questions.

[Dubai-Lover]

most obviously they will put a render or any other random info about the tower on "these"

[Dubai-Lover]

have a guess what they have put on the boards!!!

damac properties advertisements "the hunt is over" :puke:

[thedubailife]

It could have been worse.....a picture of Flo's evil one :D

Well promo only runs til 4th feb so maybe something will happen in a few weeks. I like DAMAC as a property developer but not when they put there promo on site of my tower

[thedubailife]

Ok spoken to the sales agent, 50% of this tower is sold only 4 1 Bedroom Apartments remain and a few more 2 Bedroom , the rest are all duplexes, Penthouses etc.

Also informed that Piling work will commence in Early Feb so the Boards with the Damac adverts which end on the 4th of Feb will probably carry the Information about the tower. If work begins in early Feb.

[lovedubai]

Actually there are now only 3 1 bedroom apartments left as I bought one at the Dubai Property Show here in London yesterday. According to the agent, they will let people on site to view once the tower reaches above the seventh floor. Oh well, guess it's another visit to Dubai coming up - then I must learn how to post photos on this site.

[thedubailife]

What floor 1 bed did you take ? Me and my brother have a 1 bed on the 20th floor. Were neighbours :D

[AltinD]

^^ You can consider him your neighbour at least when they start building the tower. :D

There's absolutely nothing happening there. Also those 2 big boards that Dubai-Lover saw near the site, turned out to be adveertising billboards for DAMAC Properties and their "Buy a flat get a Jaguar" promotion.

[lovedubai]

OK then .... when they finally start building we'll be close neighbours with dubailife. We bought on the 24th floor. This tower looks stunning on the renders, what will it look like in reality?

[thedubailife]

Well i hope it looks better then the renders, it's quite a unique design within marina towers and a decent loaction too.

Did they have the Model at the Dubai Property Show in London

[lovedubai]

No, they didn't. Apparently they have 3 models - presumably one was in Dubai, another in Saudi because the directors of the company are there and the smaller one for travelling was in Hong Kong at an exhibition. Pity, as I'd like to have seen it.

[philipz]

Arent we sick and tired of hearing 'the tallest building with' branded on every next tower which pops up. This one, Infinity Tower (http://realestate.theemiratesnetwork.com/developments/dubai/infinity_tower.php), is the tallest residential tower with a twist. What next, the tallest residential tower with a pinch.

[Krazy]

:weirdo: :cheers:

[Stephan23]

Now are two Infinity Towers at emporis.

The approved one is this here

and the proposed one is about 93 floors and a height of 372 meters.

[thedubailife]

It' growing :D it actually says that it's not the same tower as the marina one but come on guys can we stop copying names i'm sure the proposed one if apporved will hopefully be renamed

[malec]

Now are two Infinity Towers at emporis.

The approved one is this here

and the proposed one is about 93 floors and a height of 372 meters.
If you want details on that one go here (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=271658&page=8&pp=20)

[beiklopa]

saw the damac boards on infinity site?? anyways, on one of the boards there was a tall tower designed by damac!anyone heard of tht???

[AltinD]

^^Where are ther pics?

[dubaiflo]

and it isn't ocean heights or Lake View/Terrace?

[beiklopa]

and it isn't ocean heights or Lake View/Terrace?
yah im kinda educated about the towers in dubai , believe it or not, that tower looked some sort of a raugh version of q1 or whatever it is on australian goldcoast mixed with proposed mixed used tower for szr...
btw yah sotrry didnt have my camera with me to take a pic.

[AltinD]

Maybe the Business Bay one.

[thedubailife]

saw the damac boards on infinity site?? anyways, on one of the boards there was a tall tower designed by damac!anyone heard of tht???

Any sign of plans for work to start or not as i was informed 4th of Feb for piling work to start

I'm sure there is nothing there even now but just thought i would ask

[beiklopa]

Any sign of plans for work to start or not as i was informed 4th of Feb for piling work to start

I'm sure there is nothing there even now but just thought i would ask
well all i saw was two huge ad boards with damac on it .

[AltinD]

SCOOP, SCOOP, SCOOP!!!! IT STARTEDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD

http://i1.tinypic.com/oje4jt.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/oje59c.jpg

[AltinD]

http://i1.tinypic.com/oje82x.jpg

http://i1.tinypic.com/oje8ma.jpg

As you can see the machine, have a tag with something written in either Japanese or Korean.

[AltinD]

An aerial picture:

http://k41.pbase.com/o4/93/329493/1/56425476.DubaiAerialsFeb06181.jpg

You can see the site boarded, and also those 4 bAMAC boards between the Infinity site and Al Marsa tower. It turned out that DAMAC will build there a 85 floors, great looking tower.

[CeC]

Project: Infinity Tower
Floor count: 80
Type: Residential
Location: Dubai Marina, Dubai
Height: 330m
Status: Approved
Architects: Skidmore Owings & Merrill
Website: www.infinitytower.com
Construction start: ?
Construction end: ?
Key fact: Highest twisting tower in the world!


http://tinypic.com/dr421w.jpg

--------------------------------------------

Well Im sure the pics will be added and the name corrected once dennis and co get back from city scape, but this is a SOM designed tower directly offosite the GH at the entrance to the marina, excellent location and a half decent design



Wierd! Cool!! :cheers:

[dubaiflo]

great it has construction started. so much happening these days.. oh i feel so excited.

[thedubailife]

Not bad that only about 20 days of the date the agent told me work would start...Although we could still have a Torch like issue i.e machines and no workers anyway it a step forward.

And think this was only launched in Nov 2005, from what i read before usually can be upto a year after launch before anything really happens.

[Krazy]

^^ that was the case maybe a year back.... from what i hear, every tower in marina has a completion deadline of 2008 set by emaar, except the supertalls like princess tower. Considering that deadline, every tower launched better start construction in 2006 or else they are in trouble.

[Dubai_Steve]

yes I heard there is a daily fine planned for any developer that does not finish by end of 2008 !

[lovedubai]

The new Damac tower is going to block some of the wonderful 360 views that Infinity has been claiming. How about a good view of every move your next door neighbours make?

[Krazy]

watching the damac squeeze in next to infinity and iris blue next to grosnevor will be very interesting indeed.... ppl in neighbouring towers will be able to shake hands from their windows

[thedubailife]

Yes well they all have claims, not the 1st but anyway mine faces the grovsnor hotel so does not affect me as such. But i always thought the plot was too big for one tower.

I think there maybe one more between road and infinity...

[Krazy]

If what I've heard about Emaar planning on widening the roads to 4 lanes on each side is true, then there is no way they can build another tower there.... at least I hope not!

[thedubailife]

If thats the case it would be better for infinty owners technically only side of the tower will have maybe a partly blocked view. i.e the Damac tower side.

4 lanes will be better for traffic flow anyway.

[dubaiflo]

there are only two plots next to al marsa.

in fact i was almost convinced there won't be another tower since infinity's basement seemed to be very wide.

yes I heard there is a daily fine planned for any developer that does not finish by end of 2008 !


some plots are not even launched yet.. :sleepy:

[Dubai_Steve]

I think there will be another tower on the other side of the road towards the sea. (The road will probably be straightened later.) That will really block Infinity views.

Also I am getting more and more worried about that lonely Emaar sales center plot!

[dubaiflo]

that is true, the sales centre could be build up.

in fact there are three (3!!) plots in the area next to the torch and marina heights.

but these are the only plots in the marina of which i am convinced that there will not be towers taller than 15F.



and there are also plots towards the sea in front of infinity.
somehow i doubt anything is going to happen there though

[Krazy]

there are even supposed to be towers on the other side of the road towards the beach behind al habtoor towers (across the road from grosnevor).... at least 3 of them.

[AltinD]

Another picture of the site, I found:

http://i1.tinypic.com/okmuew.jpg

[Dubai-Lover]

fucking hell

i need to get a ticket back to dubai..... tonight! :eek:

[Stephan23]

Take me with you!!!!!!!!

[Dubai-Lover]

Infinity, the unique spiraling tower unveils inspired interior designs

The unique spiraling tower, Infinity which was unveiled at the end of 2005 has announced plans for equally challenging interior design concepts by planning to offer each resident a personal consultation with a design specialist.
United Arab Emirates: 4 hours, 16 minutes ago

http://www.ameinfo.com/images/news/0/19210-twist.jpg
Infinity tower.


The tower, which is committed to becoming one of the most visionary design buildings in the world, is being developed by CAYAN with architectural partners Skidmore Owings and Merril (SOM) managing the complex exterior structure.

Ahmed Al Hatti, Chairman of CAYAN stated,

'Design is key to Infinity and the interiors are no exception. We are aware of the stiff competition we face in the region however our ethos is to provide exceptional, high quality apartments with intelligent design to maximize the living environment.'



In line with Infinity's commitment to exceptional standards CAYAN are offering each resident purchasing an apartment a personalized one on one consultation with the interior design team led by Bruno Nakad.

Kareem Derbas CEO of Palma commented; 'This value added service has been offered as part of our long term strategy to deliver unrivalled standards and exceed customer expectations in what is a very busy marketplace. Our clients are really excited about this opportunity which gives them that chance to be creative about their interiors - ultimately we want to help them achieve the home of their dreams.'

In line with the brief from CAYAN, Nakad and team are challenged with managing customer's expectations whilst maintaining a style which reflects the contemporary design of Infinity.

Bruno commented 'Space and light are central to the interiors of Infinity and architectural open-space design has been implemented to ensure a minimum of pillars, providing a true sense of peace and tranquility. Infinity is an exciting and challenging project, clearly the tower is all about design and it is undeniably modern, the interiors need to reflect this whilst maintaining a unique touch. I envisage plenty of space, minimal furniture, open windows and lots of sunlight.'

Whilst each resident will be offered a free consultation with Bruno to provide a customized look and feel; the standard of the interiors will be high. Each of the apartments will benefit from fully fitted kitchens and bathrooms and the hand selected fittings will be from highly reputed companies. All the living rooms will enjoy solid marble floors and will be decorated in calming neutral tones.

In addition to its quality build and design, Infinity will ensure that any resident can enjoy the most modern and extravagant amenities. An Infinity pool complete with whirlpool and kid's pool will provide an excellent location for relaxation whilst those looking for a workout can utilize the state of the art gymnasium. In line with modern day living Infinity will also offer a nursery, conference room facility, tennis court and luxury spa.

[thedubailife]

Source would be good for all articles like this and even a link to it. I have bought in Infinity so quite exciting for me as it's the 1st i heard of it.

But i think more towers will do something like this or at a basic level should allow you to choose colours of tiles, wall paint etc out of a selcet few they will be offering. Makes the buyer feel like the building there home and not just a bog standard clone of every other appartment.

[THE DUBAI GUYS]

heres a pic from http://www.strategiy.com/realestatenew.asp?id=20060313115755

http://i2.tinypic.com/rbb40p.jpg

R

[thedubailife]

Ok these are from the video and also in Brochure as well as on the infinty website http://www.infinitytower.com/

Look under living by Design and then Convenience By Design. There are more interiors but of Penthouse and Loft.

These have always been there so not sure what this interior design consultation is about.

I might email the agent and ask.

[dubaiflo]

Oh that's cool.

nice, i really think more developers should offer these options etc.

[markmywords]

Heres the video... Infinity Tower Video (http://rapidshare.de/files/16216682/Infinity-Tower.wmv.html)
8mb. Sorry if this has been posted already.
It has some spectacular views of the marina and the palm. This is an optimized version. The high resolution version is too big..
Hope Rapdishare works for you :D

[thedubailife]

Good Work Markmywords.....have you actually bought in Infinity

[thedubailife]

Flo here's job number 201 for you don't forget Infinity update ;)

[dubaiflo]

i doubt much has happened though.

btw markmywords did not buy in infinity it would be coincidence if so.
He is just working for a company where he is able to get all this amazing PR stuff.. thanks :)

[Krazy]

Cayan and Amlak announce exclusive home finance opportunity for Infinity residents

Cayan, one of Dubai's leading real estate developers has announced a lucrative new home finance offer for residents of its luxury tower, Infinity.

http://www.ameinfo.com/images/news/4/23854-aaaaa.jpg
Ahmed Al Hatti, Chairman of Cayan and Mohamed Al Hashimi, CEO and Managing Director of Amlak Finance.

The home finance deal which has been arranged in partnership with Amlak Finance will offer one of the most attractive mortgage deals in the UAE with previously unattainable benefits.

The new offer will provide clients of Infinity with 90% financing, meaning that only a 10 % deposit is required, providing customers with greater flexibility and fluidity. In addition the financing period is one of the longest available in the region, offering 25 years during which the loan can be repaid.

Repayments on the home finance will only begin when the tower is completed and keys handed over to the owner, reiterating Cayan's commitment to providing its clients with the best real estate opportunities in the region.

Ahmed Al Hatti, Chairman of Cayan commented, 'We are delighted to be associated with Amlak Finance, and to be able to offer our clients this exclusive and competitive home finance offer. Financing is a crucial issue for people buying in Dubai and we wanted to offer our customers the most in terms of flexibility. This finance package will enable our customers to purchase an apartment without an excessive capital outlay. Cayan's ethos is to provide a superior service facilitating choices for our clients and this mortgage deal is in line with this strategy.'

Mohamed Al Hashimi, CEO and Managing Director of Amlak Finance commented, 'This home finance offer is exclusive to Infinity homeowners and it is one of the most attractive real estate financing deals in the UAE right now. An innovative product offering, the finance requires a minimum deposit affording individuals more flexibility and the chance to own their own home.

'In addition the repayment term being offered is up to 25 years, meaning home owners have more choice in terms of how and when they want to repay their home finance. We are confident that this offer will encourage more people to purchase their dream home at Infinity.' Al Hashimi added, 'We are happy to be partnering with Cayan once again following our previous and successful financing partnership for another of Cayan's projects, The Jewels on Dubai Marina.'

Infinity Tower, which will stand 80 stories high, is anticipated to be a dominant feature on Dubai Marina's landscape. Towering above its neighbour's, Infinity at 330 meters will be distinct not only for its height but primarily for its architectural prowess - it will be the world's tallest tower to feature a 90 degree twist, a masterpiece of contemporary style and spiraling design.

[Dubai_Steve]

Wow that is an attractive deal for investors! If more follow suit we can be sure to see an increase in sales in Dubai.

[Krazy]

So I'm thinking... can one pay only 10% at booking... and sell off the unit right before completion at a premium?

[III]

Is this subject to the individuals income or non status?

[Naz UK]

It doesn't state whether or not this 90% 25 yr mortgage is available to non-resident investors. Clarification would be appreciated on that. If its a yes, then i'll definately consider this an option, a bit over my budget, but if (big IF) I can get approval from Amlak on a 90% 25 year mortgage, then sod the Cube in SC, who incidently still haven't got back to me, i'll go for this instead! Amazing.

Lets just pray that this one doesn't turn out to be the tallest tower with a 180 degrees twist! (Get it? 180 degrees..as in U-turn, owner does runner....ahh nevermind!!! :D )

[Naz UK]

So I'm thinking... can one pay only 10% at booking... and sell off the unit right before completion at a premium?

Krazy, I think the quick buck market in Dubai is dead, or on it's very last legs...so the industry experts are saying anyway...but theoretically, you're right, you could make a profit this way.

[arfie]

its 90% finance over 25 years for residents. Non residents upto 70% max I believe.

[Naz UK]

Thought so.

[thedubailife]

Those are amlak's normal terms.....it states in article "'This home finance offer is exclusive to Infinity homeowners" which means it for infinty homeowners they not specifying resident or non resident.

As the terms mentioned above are available without needing an agreement.

Anyway we will find out as i'm contacting my agent and should have a response in a few days as it's the weekend there.

I just hope it's for all Infinity owners. 10% is all that has been paid so far next payment is in May.

[Krazy]

^^ thedubailife, are u working in dubai?

[thedubailife]

^^ No but i would love too are you going to offer me a job :D, i'm working and living in the uk at the moment

[Krazy]

^^ Haha I wish I was in a position to offer you a job! Are you planning on settling down in Dubai once infinity is completed or are you gonna use it as a holiday home?

[thedubailife]

My Infinity purchase was primarily for investment / rental, joint purchase by me and my brother. But we will use as holiday home on completion for 1st 6 months to a year let the Family enjoy it.

I need to get out to Dubai and see it properly but have been thinking of moving and settling there.

[chefdude]

Was watching some adverts on Satellite Channel One from Dubai whilst in the middle east earlier this week. They are running a campaign for the new Hugo Boss. Anybody spot a spooky resemblance?

http://www.eaglecrestuk.com/dubai/hboss.jpg

[thedubailife]

^^ The twist of the tower is different, but yes there is the resemblance....but you have to remember that infinity is not entirley unique in having a twist but it's unique and distinct in the Marina and probably Dubai for Now.

Do you think Hugo might buy a penthouse because the tower looks like one of his perfume bottles :)

[Stephan23]

fucking hell

i need to get a ticket back to dubai..... tonight! :eek:


Hey D-L, when you're back in Dubai???

I expect you in Juni or I'm wrong?

[dubaiquote]

Well i called Amlak today after several emails werent answered , maybe its the holidays..

Anyway i was told the 90% was for UAE nationals and residents only , and that living in the UK i could only get 70%.

I cant get hold of my contact at Palama shes on her holidays or something, unitll friday.

Although this could be dissapointment talking i got the impression the person at the Amlak callcentre wasnt 100% sure about what he was saying so i am still hopefull i might be able to get the 90%.

Anyone else got any more news ?

[AltinD]

If many people are qouting 70% for non residents, then you'll get just that.

[dubaiquote]

Hmm i guess so, but it's not good for the press to be full of 90% this and that when it only applies to certain people. Knowing full well that alot of the buyers of Infinity will be from outside of the UAE etc. A bit of clarity is needed.

[lovedubai]

I've had an email from my contact at Palma. The 90% is definitely for residents. Non-residents can only get 70%, so you'll have to pay the next installment in a couple of weeks. I haven't managed to get through to Amlak, but if there are no repayments until completion, it sounds like a great deal to me.

[dubaiquote]

yeah i got the fiance for the next payment on the go here , and its nearly done, so im not overly worried about that , and the next 5% i can handle , then if i can get to that and get amlak too , and not begin repayments untill 2008 its a great , exactly what i need a bit of breathing space

Love Dubai you got an apartment in Infinity then ?

Also does anyone reckon that sales are going bad thats why the new finannce deal ?

[thedubailife]

^^ not really a deal just Amlak and Cayan have agreed to defer payments until completion but the criteria for getting finance of Amlak will be same.

Still i suppose it's better then having to pay repayments whilst consturction is going on means hopefully if your looking to rent that the rent will cover some or most of your repayments.

Yes lovedubai has apartment in Infinity

[lovedubai]

Dubaiquote -
payments shouldn't begin until 2009 as the completion date is December 2008. I agree with you about breathing space and I still think it's a good deal as the repayments during construction would amount to a fair bit of dead money. My apartment is 4 floors above dubailife's - luckily we both got the Grosvenor view. Which type did you get?

[Naz UK]

If its 90% for residents, 70% for non-r, then this "news" is nothing new. Just a clever publicity stunt. Every mortgage lender and his dog is offering the above now.

[thedubailife]

^^ Not every lender allows you to defer payments until completion of construction

[thedubailife]

Dubaiquote -
payments shouldn't begin until 2009 as the completion date is December 2008. I agree with you about breathing space and I still think it's a good deal as the repayments during construction would amount to a fair bit of dead money. My apartment is 4 floors above dubailife's - luckily we both got the Grosvenor view. Which type did you get?

LOL this is so funny dubaiquote is my younger brother we bought the apartment together we got the 06 which faces the Grosvenor....best option at least you know roughly your view rather then expecting a sea view and they put a tower in the way.

[lovedubai]

At least I now know 2 of my neighbours!

[dubaiquote]

anyway got the ultra official versiopn from amlak who said

With reference to your pervious e-mail, please note that we do finance for Infinity Tower up to 90%, offering rate of 7%, processing fees of 1% of the financed amount, and up to 25 years toner for residents.

For Non-resident, we are offering up to 70% financing, rate of 7.25, processing fees of 1.25% of the financed amount


Anyway asked him about the deferment of payments for non-residents etc

I got a little plan for us Infinty owners, will keep you informed , but i have lots of little plans all the time

[Naz UK]

As for as my information goes, all mortgages are offered in Dubai on the basis of repayments beginning upon completion....there might be an obscure lender somewhere who doesnt offer this, but the big boys do...(Amlak, Mashreq, HSBC, etc.)

[thedubailife]

^^ Thanks Naz well i might just ask them whats so exclusive about this partnership because if those are standard terms then all the parthnership is Cayan passing on as many Infinity buyers to Amlak, as they will be non the wiser because they think Amlak and Cayan have some kind of exclusive package for Infinity owners.

Spin doctors in Dubai, talk about s*xing it up

[dubaiquote]

Got this from Amlak , i asked about re-payments etc ..

Yes, you are right, the payments starts one month form the handover date. However, you should pay the profit of construction at the time of the final payment.


What does that mean then ? lol

[Krazy]

Profit of construction... now that's a new term. Maybe they mean you have to pay the appreciation from the time of launch to the time of completion? :eek: That would be a disaster for investors..

[Citystyle]

Profit of construction... now that's a new term. Maybe they mean you have to pay the appreciation from the time of launch to the time of completion? :eek: That would be a disaster for investors..

Agree but its a cheeky way to make money when ends are tight for supertall resi's.

[matt_sbs]

in 10 years time when most projects are completed at the marina it going to look like singapore of shangai. except all new, modern structures

[dubaiflo]

http://i3.tinypic.com/vnpkpt.jpg

[thedubailife]

Thanks for update flo does not look like much gone on apart from equiment being moved onto site.

[Naz UK]

This is the slience before the storm it seems every tower construction site seems to go through in Dubai!

[thedubailife]

^^ Very ture The Torch had this period, probably waitng for 2nd payments which are due befroe 1st May before the wheels start rolling in full swing.

[Stephan23]

Is this the steal structure of the Damac Unnamed board right at the bottom??

[dubaiflo]

^^ no the new board is on one right side, next to al marsa's board.

[Krazy]

Dh40m piling contract was awared yesterday to Al Dhafra

[thedubailife]

^^ Where you get that info from

[Dubai-Lover]

Cayan gives Al Dhafra Dh40m piling contract for Infinity tower

Staff Report

Dubai: Cayan has appointed APCC (Al Dhafra Piling Foundation Contracting) with a Dh40 million contract for enabling works for their luxury residential tower Infinity. Reported to be one of the largest piling contracts in the region, APCC has been awarded the contract based on their reputation for professionalism and quality of workmanship.

Ahmad Al Hatti, Chairman of Cayan said: "Establishing a solid foundation is a critical component for the successful construction of Infinity. APCC's considerable understanding and experience of local conditions combined with their trusted reputation throughout the industry made them a natural choice for us."

Under the Dh40 million contract, mobilisation of the enabling works has begun.

As one of the tallest towers in Dubai Marina at 80 storeys, the piling will extend 60 metres below ground level.

In line with Cayan's reputation for high quality and with a view to achieving timely delivery, Projacs has been appointed project manager and Khatib and Alami the lead consultants for the job. A main contractor will be named soon.

Infinity at 330 metres will be distinct not only for its height but primarily for its architectural prowess it will be the world's tallest tower to feature a 90-degree twist.

[AltinD]

We knew since more then a month that A.P.C.C. is the piling contractor.

[Naz UK]

60 metres deep? Wow..how many equivalent floors is that then?

[AltinD]

^^ The piles will go 60 metres deep not any underground level.

[Naz UK]

Oh i get ya, my bad! I thought the excavation was gona be 60m!

[dubaiflo]

^^ BIG :lol: no that one ;)

that would be worth to see :hahaha:

took quite some time they announced the contract.

[DJRage]

Hi
Can anyone tell me if there are any more units left in this development for sale and if so an agent or contact details of anyone who I can goto through to purchase one.

Thanks

[thedubailife]

^^ As far as i'm aware all the 1 Beds are sold out, but agent may have some resales etc. But there should be some 2 Beds and the rest still avalible.

I can pass on agent details if you pm me. The price on this tower is quite high around the 1250dhs / sqft just to let you know so as you don't waste your time.

[lovedubai]

We used Palma Real Estate www.palma-re.com and have been impressed with their service so far. Quick responses to emails, phone calls when promised and SPA out very quickly. When we bought our one bed earlier in the year, they offered to sell it on if we wanted to resell, so you may get resales through them as well.

www.dubai-home-finder.com were also offering 1 bed resales in March at just over 10% premium, which makes the price around 1500 dhs/ sq ft. I think your estimate is on the low side Dubailife

[thedubailife]

^^ no my estimates are correct thats roughly what i paid for my apartment, way back in November 2005 a few days after the offical Launch. Of course prices will vary on floor number as well as the fact the property prices will have gone up.

I also used Palma Real Estate as they are the offical agents. But if they want contact details of a sepciifc person they will have to PM me.

[lovedubai]

Official prices were 5% higher by January, 10% higher by March - you were lucky!

[thedubailife]

WOW really....well your right i was lucky, i was looking to invest in dubai around Nov time...and was actually thinking of sport city and shami towers as that was all i could really afford [That would have been a mistake].

So whilst surfing the net looking at dubai properties saw news story on this tower and the launch and i just loved the design and decided if i can get a 1 bed in here under £150k i'd take it right away.....so rang them and it took 2 days to get a hold of a sales person as they were so busy.....prices worked out to be about the figure and deal was done ina 5 or 10 min conversation....luckly right place, right time....as is always the story for everyone.

Anyway it's such a good looking tower....i hope the build quality is really good i don't think you could lose even investing 6 months after it's launch.....alkso new freehold law also pushed prices up and interest up too in all towers

[Krazy]

what's the payment plan for this?

[thedubailife]

10% on booking
15% 1st May 2006
15% 1st Nov 2006
15% 1st May 2007
15% 1st Nov 2007
15% 1st May 2008
15% on completion in Dec 2008 or whenever it completes

[DJRage]

We used Palma Real Estate www.palma-re.com and have been impressed with their service so far. Quick responses to emails, phone calls when promised and SPA out very quickly. When we bought our one bed earlier in the year, they offered to sell it on if we wanted to resell, so you may get resales through them as well.

www.dubai-home-finder.com were also offering 1 bed resales in March at just over 10% premium, which makes the price around 1500 dhs/ sq ft. I think your estimate is on the low side Dubailife

Hi
Thanks all the info, I have email www.palma-re.com directly to ask them if they have any 1beds available - hopefully they do.

Cheers

[lovedubai]

Dubailife- correction, if you paid £150k in November, prices were 13% higher by January when I bought!!! You were extremely lucky!

No more investment discussion on the forum from now on, but DJ Rage if you hear what the prices are can you pm me? Thanks

[Krazy]

that plan is pretty good... 2.5%/month

[thedubailife]

Lovedubai - Although when buy i was told that if i go above the 20th floor for a 1 bedroom it would cost like 200k AED's more. Which is why i bought on that floor so on 20th floor 1 bed was 981000 AED and on 21st they said it would be around 1.2 Million AED

So maybe you also payed more because your on a higher floor......and back to the tower before the forum police arrives

[thedubailife]

that plan is pretty good... 2.5%/month

Yes but it is for a slighlty more expensive tower on the marina so therefore the 2.5% lump is bigger too if you get what i mean.

[DJRage]

Dubailife- correction, if you paid £150k in November, prices were 13% higher by January when I bought!!! You were extremely lucky!

No more investment discussion on the forum from now on, but DJ Rage if you hear what the prices are can you pm me? Thanks


Sorry all I'm a newbie and just started using this forum site 2 days ago - did not realise investment related posts were not allowed.

[thedubailife]

^^ It's not a major issue as long as whole thread does not become full off it. Anyway i hope you got the information you needed off course it is the weekend in Dubai today. So you will not get response form anyone in dubai till Saturday the earliest.

Just have a look around the forum also this thread maybe of interest too you....it's about the tower we think that will get built behind Infinity

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=321957

Alos have a look at the Dubai Marina Plot thread

Which shows the location of most of the towers in the Marina.

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=332478

There is a investor thread , just for general Investor chit chat....so you may want to post further questions there or feel free to Private Message me if you have a questions.

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=280373

[DJRage]

Thanks for the info, DubaiLife - much appreciated.

[LemonyBeaver]

Where's the forum for this?
Infinity Tower ? (http://www.emporis.com/en/wm/bu/?id=258605)

[thedubailife]

That building is only proposed....ie. a mock up....nothing has been apporved on it yet as far as we are aware. I'm sure once it's apporved it will have a forum.....it's name may chnage by that time too. Or alternativley it may never get of the drawing board.

[AltinD]

07/05/2006

http://i1.tinypic.com/xelrwg.jpg

http://i2.tinypic.com/xelvo6.jpg

[dubaiquote]

Does this mean they finally got rid of the DAMAC boards?

[lovedubai]

Look again at the right of the photo!

[Naz UK]

^^ Hahaaaa hmmm yes, the Damac building, next to Infinity! sorry..but it made me laugh again! Did anyone ever find out if the lovely ppl at Damac intended to build something on this plot? Or if at all indeed the plot belonged to them or were they just using it illegally as an advertisement billboard? Hahaaa LOL. Bless Damac.

[thedubailife]

Thanks for update AltinD.....Naz the DAMAC borad are still there look to right of second picture, they appear to be displaying Ocean Heights. I'm definite there is a DAMAC tower behind Infinity. Just not showing in this update as AltinD was just shooting the Infinity plot.

[Ashka]

^^ Hahaaaa hmmm yes, the Damac building, next to Infinity! sorry..but it made me laugh again! Did anyone ever find out if the lovely ppl at Damac intended to build something on this plot? Or if at all indeed the plot belonged to them or were they just using it illegally as an advertisement billboard? Hahaaa LOL. Bless Damac.

You love taking a pop at DAMAC at every opportunity, don't you?

You need help mate! :)

[Naz UK]

Yes I need help. That's coz im the one who announces new tower plans like im in the running for the Guinness World Record of "Most towers announced in 1 city, in a week".
And because I go around and see an empty hole in the ground..and decide to put up a 100ft banner advertising my name. And because I spend Dhs millions on doing up the porch of my house..but then ran out of money when it came to furnishing my lounge and bedroom so I had to go down the local charity shop to buy furniture. Indeed I need help.

[dubaiquote]

i can help , for Dhs 1 million a week. please contact 800-HELPDAMAC

[thedubailife]

Please don't ruin the Infinity thread as well, maybe you just need a DAMAC bashing thread in the Sky Majlis

[Dubai-Lover]

took them a while to add the boards but we are used to that

progress could be faster though

[Ashka]

Yes I need help. That's coz im the one who announces new tower plans like im in the running for the Guinness World Record of "Most towers announced in 1 city, in a week".
And because I go around and see an empty hole in the ground..and decide to put up a 100ft banner advertising my name. And because I spend Dhs millions on doing up the porch of my house..but then ran out of money when it came to furnishing my lounge and bedroom so I had to go down the local charity shop to buy furniture. Indeed I need help.

You're never going to buy from them nor have you. So, why are you on a crusade against them? You are only making yourself look a right ***!
:bash:

[Naz UK]

Huh? What and you know that for sure do you? If someone offered me a reasonably priced Damac apartment and I thought I could make a quick kill from it..i'd buy it! I'm sorry to hear you find my opinions about Damac (which the last time i checked i was entitled to) a "crusade", perhaps it didn't cross your mind that I may have had a bad experience with them??? Not that I need to justify my opinion about Damac in anyway, but what the hell, i've got 30 seconds...

I was practically hounded by these guys in January, when i was in Dubai. They offered me a free jaguar, visited me a few times, kept ringing my mobile phone (that was a mistake!) asking if i'd "made my mind up yet?", and then finally, when I was "almost" ready to buy in Ocean Heights...it all got a bit too desperate on their part for my liking..but they got me really interested. Finally the moment of truth...I was sold to..(quite frankly..OH is a great looking building, iconic, great location/views, etc...) just when we had agreed a price with a discount (and jaguar) thrown in, the agent called and said he did not have authorisation for the discount, followed by his manager. The rest is history, do you blame me for being slightly angry at their sales tactics???

[Ashka]

It is interesting to know that you managed to negotiate a discount as well as a Jag.
So, you wanted a cheap deal and didn't get it. Bad luck!
Nevertheless, looking through several 30sec outbursts from you, isn't it time to move on?
Incidentally, how much was the discount excluding the Jag?
It is worth knowing if I do business with them?
Be lucky!