Name: I-Rise
Floors: 37
Height: ?
Use: Com

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Ground breaking commences on new i-Rise office tower in TECOM

Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC has recently announced that ground breaking has commenced on its Dubai's office tower 'i-Rise', a 37-storey development earmarked to become one of the most prominent business towers in the Arab World.
United Arab Emirates: 10 hours, 35 minutes ago PRESS RELEASE

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Left to right: Cherine Mohsen Chalaby , Rasmala Investments , Chairman supervisory Board Amer Al Khayyat, Khayyat Group Ali Al Shihabi, Founder and CEO, Rasmala Investments Dr Issam al Rahbi, iHilal Ahmad Khayyat , Khayyat Group Sheikh Saeed Baghlaf Tamer Bazzari, Executive Partner, Rasmala Investments Marwan Mansour, CEO, Realty Capital.

Upon completion in late 2009, the development will feature a striking curvilinear design in a total built-up area of more than one million square feet. Strategically located at TECOM Site-C, Dubai's Technology and Media Free Zone, the i-Rise Tower will incorporate a modern business infrastructure in a corporate hub, offering investors freehold ownership opportunities.

Commenting on the launch, Marwan Mansour, Chief Executive Officer, Realty Capital said,


'The increasing demand for office space in Dubai has encouraged us to create a unique corporate concept based around the dynamics and demands of a challenging business environment. The i-Rise Tower will become an iconic feature of TECOM, with its visually striking design incorporating a high-tech, modern environment conducive to success.'



'With the enabling works already commenced, we are now dedicated to making the i-Rise project a successful investment and a well-known corporate address in Dubai. Dubai's corporate real estate market is considered to be a valuable investment opportunity as the current occupancy rate of office space is almost 99 per cent,' Mansour added.

In addition to premium office space, the i-Rise Tower will incorporate unique office layouts, restaurants, coffee shops, retail space, a fitness centre and a multi-storey car park. Several executive offices will also be available, featuring office space with maximum levels of natural light, private high speed elevators, helipad access and en-suite restrooms.

Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC is owned by Rasmala Investments, the Khayyat group from UAE and the Saudi Baghlaf group.

The completed project will present an unusual architectural design, in the form of a wave-like profile finalized by Khatib & Alami Consolidated Engineering Company, a leading architectural and engineering consultancy firm in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

The project will be showcased during Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2007, taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from May 08 - 10, 2007.

added to emporis

masters of the pun..

Realty Capital officially launches AED 1 billion state of the art office tower 'i-Rise'

The sizable new 'i-Rise', being developed by property developer Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC to become the region's landmark business tower and a prestigious corporate address, was officially launched yesterday during a VIP cocktail event that was attended by a number of dignitaries.

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i-Rise office tower.

Construction has already started on the approximately AED 1 billion 37-storey project, which will become one of the largest business towers in the region, incorporating a total-built-up office area of more than one million square feet in Dubai's Technology, E-commerce and Media Free Zone (TECOM), Site-C.

On completion in late 2009, i-Rise Office Tower will feature a distinctive curvilinear design, which has been specifically tailored to provide unique office layouts that will allow for maximum exposure to natural light, with panoramic views of new Dubai and the Arabian Gulf. The project is conveniently located off Sheikh Zayed Road, with easy access to the upcoming TECOM Metro Station.

'The launch event was successful and exciting,' commented Marwan Mansour, Chief Executive Officer, Realty Capital Middle East. 'Investors have been very interested in the unique features of our new development, which has been built to satisfy the dynamics and demands of a challenging corporate environment. The i-Rise Office Tower will set the pace for office building designs in Dubai through its visually compelling quality and state-of-the-art infrastructure and communication systems,' Mansour added.

Office modules in the Tower start from 700 square feet in size, offering investors a free zone location and freehold title. Premium facilities have been included in the design, including executive offices, private high-speed elevators, restaurants, coffee shops, retail space, a fitness centre and an extensive multi-storey car park.

Mr. Mansour added that Realty Capital Middle East has partnered with several of the world's top service providers for the design, development, execution and sales of the project, including, Khatib & Alami Consolidated Engineering Company, a leading architectural and engineering consultancy firm in the MENA region; Projacs International, one of the largest Pan-Arab project and construction management firms; Better Homes, the leading real-estate company in the region, as the exclusive sales consultant for this development outside Saudi Arabia; and Al Raeda Real Estate Development Co. Ltd. as the sales agent for i-Rise in Saudi Arabia.

'The high occupancy rate of offices and the increasing demand for quality office space in Dubai has encouraged us to create a unique, high-tech, modern and landmark destination in a viable location. There are many benefits of having a business located in TECOM, such as no foreign ownership and employment restrictions, in addition to custom duty exemption,' Mansour concluded.

i-rise.... groundbreaking name.....

This seams to be very wide and they say construction has started and the location is just off SZR: This means the location should be just behind that huge TECOM billboard, parallel to Al Yassat Tower but on the other side of the EPPCO Petrol station and in front of the first row of Tecom towers.

That huge site is under construction and only Novotel Barsha would be so big to fit in there, but we know that Novotel will not be build there. No board of any kind on the site though.

This seams to be very wide and they say construction has started and the location is just off SZR: This means the location should be just behind that huge TECOM billboard, parallel to Al Yassat Tower but on the other side of the EPPCO Petrol station and in front of the first row of Tecom towers.

That huge site is under construction and only Novotel Barsha would be so big to fit in there, but we know that Novotel will not be build there. No board of any kind on the site though.


but isn't this the site for the onyx project?

^^ No, Onyx project is next to Emaar Business Park where now is a huge parking lot.

This is the area (red circle):

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So the site for Onyx would be just beneath the red circle.

Construction has started and ZETAS is doing the piling and shoring work. The location however is totally different of what we thought it might be.

This is on the bottom right corner (big) plot on Dazz map's below.

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very 3ajeeeb

Realty Capital awards Al Naboodah Dhs555m contract for the construction of i-Rise Tower


Leading property developer Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC has announced that it has awarded Al Naboodah Contracting a Dhs555m contract for the construction and execution of i-Rise commercial Tower.


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Left to Right: Senan A.M. Al Naboodah, Director of Al Naboodah Contracting, Mr. Marwan G. Mansour, Chief Executive Officer, Realty Capital Middle East.


The 37-storey project is located in Dubai's Technology and Media Free Zone (TECOM), Site-C.

Envisioned as the region's landmark business tower and a premier corporate address, i-Rise commercial Tower will be one of the largest business towers in the region, incorporating a total built-up-area of more than one Million and eight hundred thousand square feet.

Marwan G. Mansour, Chief Executive Officer, Realty Capital Middle East, said, 'Time is critical for this project as investors expect timely delivery of such a prestigious project. With Al Naboodah at the helm, we strongly believe that we can deliver the project on time and meet the highest quality standards. Phase one of the project; enabling works, is running without difficulties, so we expect a smooth transition to the second phase of construction, the main works."

"Additionally, Al Naboodah has a solid track record, having been in the business for over three decades. With such experience and an impressive project portfolio in civil construction, Al Naboodah became our preferred choice for the project," added Mansour.

Al Naboodah Contracting began operations in 1968. As one of the country's leading contractors, it has kept pace with Dubai's rapid development and expansion, successfully completing hundreds of contracts since its inception. Construction on i-Rise is predicted by begin in November 2007 upon the completion of the ongoing enabling works, with Al Naboodah committed to delivering the project on time, by December 2009.

Aside from Al Naboodah Contracting, and in fulfilment to its commitment to its investors, Realty Capital has partnered with other world-class service providers for the project, including Rasmala Investments, Better Homes as exclusive sales consultants, Projacs International for project management services, and Khatib & Alami Consolidated Engineering Company, a leading architectural and engineering consultancy firm in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

The identifiable wave-like profile of the tower reflects the advanced infrastructure and technology-focused vision of the development. i-Rise Tower will offer office modules starting from 700 square feet in size, providing investors a free zone location and freehold title in a highly visible location. Furthermore, the project offers state-of-the-art facilities and amenities. i-Rise Tower is uniquely designed to incorporate both corporate and executive offices, 18 high-speed elevators, restaurants, coffee shops, prominent retail space, a fitness centre, a helipad and an extensive multi-storey car park.

Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC is a strategic partnership between Rasmala Investments a regional investment bank head quartered in Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia, Saeed Ahmed Baghlaf from Saudi Arabia, Dr. Saad Al Khayyat and sons from the UAE as well as other partners.

The project will be showcased during Cityscape Dubai, stand MD19, Sheikh Maktoum hall, from October 16 to18, 2007.

This tower has a silly name


> there you go, i said it, i know you all wanted me to! <

I think its very clever...a kind of play on words with I-Rise sounding like "high rise", and also, the use of the "I" denoting "technology" (for TECOM) and "Information Technology" (again for TECOM) or "I" for "internet" (for its close proximity to Internet City).

I think its very clever...a kind of play on words with I-Rise sounding like "high rise", and also, the use of the "I" denoting "technology" (for TECOM) and "Information Technology" (again for TECOM) or "I" for "internet" (for its close proximity to Internet City).

After having watched a dane cook show just no this comment sounds very sarcastic :p but i agree

I never make sarcastic comments.

Except when im posting on this forum.

08/November/2007

I-Rise (Tecom)

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Press Release


50 per cent of Realty Capital’s i-Rise Commercial Tower sold as raft foundation work kicks off

February 6, 2008


Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLZ has announced that the preparatory work on the raft foundation phase of main construction has commenced on its 37-storey i-Rise Commercial Tower, coinciding with project sales exceeding 50 per cent. Construction has commenced by the main contractor Al Naboodah Contracting, following completion of the piling work by Zetas.

On completion in 2009, i-Rise Commercial Tower will feature a distinctive curvilinear design with a total-built-up area of more than 1.8 million square feet in Dubai’s Technology, eCommerce and Media Free Zone (TECOM) Site-C. In addition to a free zone location and freehold title in a highly visible location, the Tower will also offer premium facilities such as 18 high-speed elevators, restaurants, coffee shops, retail space, a fitness centre, a helipad and an extensive multi-storey car park.

Marwan Mansour, CEO of Realty Capital, said, “Our project is driven by our commitment to the timely delivery of this high quality commercial tower, which is why we have partnered with only first-class companies such as Khatib & Alami for design and supervisions, Al Naboodah Contracting for main construction works, and Projacs for project management. Our strong sales success reflects the investor trust we have earned and the eagerness to invest in what will become one of the region’s largest business towers.”

Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC is a strategic partnership between Rasmala Investments, a regional investment bank head quartered in Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) with subsidiaries in Riyadh, Cairo, Muscat and London; and Khayyat Investments, a prominent UAE group with a wide range of activities in the UAE and the region.

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Realty Capital strives to complete i-Rise on time



Realty Capital says it is working closely with its main contractor Al Naboodah to achieve the scheduled 2010 completion date of its Dh1 billion i-Rise project.

The supply of resources required for the development is being improved to compensate for a global shortage of building materials, in particular cement. The complex is being built at Tecom Site C in Dubai.

"We have very elaborate growth plans which do not leave room for delays to i-Rise," said Realty CEO Marwan Mansour. "This flagship project is essential for us to sustain the momentum of our rising market reputation.

"The recent resources augmentation keeps our construction on track and reduces the impact of restricted construction material supplies.

"Critical decisions such as these are making i-Rise a model not only of good construction but of professional project management as well."

Realty Capital Middle East is a strategic partnership between Rasmala Investments, a regional investment bank based at the Dubai International Financial Center with subsidiaries in Riyadh, Cairo, Muscat and London, and Khayyat Investments, a UAE-based group with a wide range of national and regional activities.

Construction Updates


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change it to UNDER C ...

U/C

06/December/2008

I Rise Tower

rising :)

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Keep on rising


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05/February/2009

I-Rise Tower

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slow one -!-

the location for this one is the plot C-006-005, by the way a really nice tower!

Realty Capital’s i-Rise project on schedule as 2010 completion date draws near


February 17, 2009

Realty Capital has announced that construction on its centerpiece i-Rise business tower project remains on schedule and will finish on time for the tower’s announced mid-2010 completion date. The casting of the tower’s 4th podium floor slab is underway and will be completed within a week, while works for the 5th podium level are already in progress. Mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations as well as block-works are also ongoing at the basement and podium levels.

The 1.8 million sq ft development will become one of the largest office towers in the region upon its completion.

“We take pride in handling one of the most awaited projects in Dubai, which has been able to proceed despite today’s challenging business conditions. We assure our clients and partners that work on i-Rise is going smoothly and that we shall continue to anticipate and effectively manage all potential challenges,” said Marwan Mansour, CEO, Realty Capital.

Strategically located at TECOM Site-C, Dubai’s Technology and Media Free Zone, the AED 1 billion, 37-storey i-Rise is poised to become a popular landmark due to its unique curvilinear design. The business tower will feature a specially treated podium façade; modern executive and corporate offices; 19 high-speed elevators, dining establishments; commercial space; a fitness centre; a helipad; and a multi-storey car park.

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i-Rise podium slab complete

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on Wednesday, April 01, 2009

Realty Capital has announced that it has recently completed the fifth podium floor slab of its 37-storey i-Rise business tower project, which remains on schedule for its announced mid-2010 completion date.

Work is now under way for two more slabs to complete the podium structure, which consists of larger concrete and steel quantities. Mechanical and electrical works are likewise running on schedule in the ground and podium floors, while the interior design team has started reviewing the finishes and is working out on the best possible design to match i-Rise's magnificent façade, it said.

"It is our utmost concern to keep the development on schedule and safeguard the interest of the project's stakeholders. Being one of the biggest office developments in the region, i-Rise has generated a lot of attention from investors and potential tenants. It is our intention to sustain the high level of interest by proceeding with the development without any delay and completing the project within the specified time frame," said Marwan Mansour, CEO, Realty Capital.

The curvilinear designed building has a builtup area of over 1.8 million sq ft and is located in Tecom Site-C.

http://business24-7.ae/Articles/2009/4/Pages/31032009/04012009_aeb908c722bd41bc87958fa760f47401.aspx

01/September/2009

i-Rise Tower

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Finally some progress !

:)Cool!

Press Release

Construction advancing on i-Rise Office Tower

Preparation on the 16th floor is underway


October 05, 2009

Construction on the i-Rise Office Tower is moving ahead with full power as the delivery date in 2010 is approaching. The i-Rise Office Tower is being developed by Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC in Dubai’s TECOM Site-C.

i-Rise will be one of the largest office towers in region, with 37 storeys of corporate and executive offices, incorporating a total built-up-area of more than 1.9 million square feet, an extensive retail area with restaurants and luxurious boutiques, as well as ample parking for office tenants and retail customers summing up to 2,300 parking bays.
Realty Capital is working with the main contractor “Al Naboodah” in order to complete the project on schedule. The casting of the 16th floor slab is underway, whereas electrical and mechanical works are also completed for the 14th floor.
Realty Capital is participating at Cityscape Dubai 2009, which will be held from October 5 to 8, 2008 at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre, to showcase i-Rise Office tower.
Strategically located at TECOM Site-C, Dubai’s Technology and Media Free Zone, the AED 1 billion, 37-storey i-Rise is poised to become a popular landmark due to its unique curvilinear design. The business tower will feature a specially treated podium façade; modern executive and corporate offices; 19 high-speed elevators, dining establishments; commercial space; a fitness centre; a helipad; and a multi-storey car park.

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not even half done, but one of the best towers in tecom c. looking forward to the final product, especially the cladding.

New construction pics??

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Construction on I-Rise office tower reaches 30th floor

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February 24, 2010

Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC has announced that it has recently competed the concrete casting of the 30th floor slab of its centerpiece i-Rise office tower project in TECOM site C. This marks an important milestone as one of the largest office tower developments in the region draws near to its completion date expected in November 2010.

I-Rise office tower, being developed by Realty Capital, is 36 floors high and contains corporate and executive offices as well as retail space on the ground floor with an approximate total built-up-area of 1.9 million square feet. The tower will have 19 high speed elevators and 2,300 parking spaces.

All electromechanical works of i-Rise are now being completed through the lower levels up to 27th floor. The contractor has also started placing aluminum cladding on the external facade up to the 25th floor. Fit-out works are also well in progress.

Bigger pic and full text here:

http://imresolt.blogspot.com/2010/02/construction-on-i-rise-office-tower.html

redesign?

Almost topped out :okay:

Yesterday they were partially casting the 31st floor slab ... slowdown?

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update for this one....

Completion of one of the region’s largest office tower developments set for November 29, 2010

Realty Capital to start testing and commissioning of i-Rise office tower in mid-September 2010

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July 27, 2010
Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC has announced that testing and commissioning of its centrepiece i-Rise Office Tower in September 2010, keeping the landmark development on course for its November 29, 2010 completion date.

i-Rise, a 36 storey office tower, is being developed by Realty Capital in Dubai’s TECOM Site-C, and offers corporate and executive offices in a total built-up-area of more than 1.9 million square feet. Realty Capital further revealed that civil works were completed on July 25, 2010, while connections for various services (DEWA, EMPOWER, etc.) have also been concluded. All DEWA equipments have likewise been delivered to the site.

Work on the external façade will be completed by the first week of September as the disassembly of tower cranes will start by end of August. Internal finishing works, on the other hand, will be done before November 29.

Marwan Mansour, CEO, Realty Capital, said: "As we put into place the final pieces of this landmark development, there has been a growing excitement among investors and property owners who are all eager to move in and take advantage of the world-class amenities and leverage the prestigious reputation of i-Rise as a premier business address. It has been a gratifying and an inspiring experience to work on this iconic project, and we are sure that our investors and tenants will appreciate our efforts to maintain the highest levels of quality in every aspect from start to finish.”

More info and original pic:

http://imresolt.blogspot.com/2010/07/realty-capital-to-start-testing-and.html

by Ben Roberts on Nov 8, 2010

Realty Capital and Al Naboodah are currently on a high in TECOM, the Dubai free zone. The developer and main contractor are closing in on the completion of the 36-storey i-Rise tower, on schedule to neatly round off, three years after it started in November 2007.

For a project that has straddled a global economic downturn, it has been resilient; and the unique S-shaped structure that comprises corporate and executive offices harks back to some of the more striking projects that were planned in the emirate in the boom years.

http://www.constructionweekonline.com/article-10063-arise-i-rise/

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The i-Rise tower is in the final stages of construction.

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Manwar Mansour is CEO of realty Capital, the company behind the development of the tower.

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Nov 15, 2010: A closer look at the finishing touches on this new Dubai tower

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This is more or less done

DONE!

Realty Capital announces completion of 'i-Rise' office tower

Realty Capital obtains final completion certificate as high-profile tenants start to move into luxury-oriented business tower

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May 22, 2011
Realty Capital Middle East FZ LLC has obtained the final completion certificate after wrapping up construction work of its centrepiece "i-Rise" business tower project in TECOM Site C. This certificate officially confirms that the i-Rise office tower is complete and ready to be occupied. Realty Capital has revealed that a number of high-profile tenants have already started fit-out works in their respective offices with the intention to move into the luxurious, 36-storey executive and corporate tower.

i-Rise is strategically located on a premium corner plot in Dubai’s TECOM Site-C and offers a total built-up-area of more than 1.9 million square feet, making it among the region's largest office tower developments. Designed to be a popular Dubai landmark. i-Rise stands out with its unique curvilinear design that enhances its reputation as one of the most prestigious and sought-after office addresses in the UAE.

Marwan Mansour, CEO, Realty Capital, said: "i-Rise reaffirms its position as a state-of-the-art office tower with an unrivalled combination of world-class business amenities, strategic location and a truly exclusive business address. With the completion certificate in hand, we have now started handing over the offices to the owners, who are likewise very excited to move into one of the region's largest and most luxurious office developments.
We have sold a dream and have delivered our promise; we are pleased to have satisfied the expectations of our clients.”

http://imresolt.blogspot.com/2011/05/realty-capital-announces-completion-of.html

If it's finished, why is it still empty 18 months later?

No companies looking for offices .... or even perhaps some contractual disputes :dunno: