#PROJECT: REDESIGNING BUR DUBAI & DEIRA

Trances · August 22nd, 2004, 08:04 AM

Dubai Lover :

Redesigning Bur Dubai & Deira
i think something had to be done in this area. it's still the heart of dubai, but not the most beautiful. especially in the evening, when all the traffic is blocking these areas, it's horrible.

Dubai Municipality to redesign CBDs in Deira and Bur Dubai

Dubai Municipality has announced plans for redesigning the central business districts of Deira and Bur Dubai by incorporating several modern features.

The move is part of the civic body's efforts to develop Dubai according to international standards and reinforce its position as a world-class city.

Abdullah AbdulRahim, Director of the Planning and Survey Department at the municipality, said development of the central business districts in Deira and Bur Dubai is extremely important due to the commercial and social significance they assume.

'Our plan is to restore both the areas by incorporating their prominent architectural as well as social features so that they are perfectly in match with the urban development currently taking place in the city. Besides, this will boost its economic activity and promote its image as an important destination for businessmen, traders and shoppers - both from the country as well as abroad,' he said.

AbdulRahim noted that the department will conduct a planning study in this effect which would identify the architectural and demographic characteristics of the central business districts and draw up an urban development plan that applies all the possible features in order to improve the urban environment.

'For restoring such features to these areas, we will adopt legislation for planning, building and monitoring activities in the area. Besides, efficiency of the road network will be increased and the open areas would be improved as part of the urban fabric of the area thereby turning it into an ideal environment for work and business activities,' he said.

The planning study will involve three phases with the first phase focusing on studying the current situation covering such aspects as the urban environment and population. It will also involve gathering information about the urban characteristics and nature of commercial activities in the area.

The second phase will include analysing data collected during the first phase and identifying the main issues that need to be addressed and planning solutions which could be adopted in order to achieve the project's objectives.

The third phase will focus on suggesting the appropriate planning and design solutions for the issues related to the urban structure of the area, introducing legislation and planning programmes for overcoming the negative aspects, and directing the growth process. This will be done in close coordination with all competent government authorities in the emirate.

He noted that the main objective of the study is to introduce appropriate legislation for developing the area that are practical and can be implemented by the private sector in a bid to raise the efficiency of the central business districts.

AbdulRahim added that the Planning and Survey Department has prepared computer-generated images that show how the areas would look like once the proposed legislation is in place.

Report From Gulf News
http://www.gulf-news.com/Articles/Na...ticleID=129633

Trances · August 22nd, 2004, 08:05 AM

Ok then well NEw thread now you can copy accross any posts that you feel are closely related to the TOPIC !

Dubai-Lover · August 22nd, 2004, 01:51 PM

here's another article! i just wonder how they will do this. there's only chaos in this streets, so much traffic and people. it will become even more chaotic when streets will be closed for construction works!!! for this time of redesigning deira's und bur dubai's creek area will be the place to avoid!!!!

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Civic designs aim to give Deira and Bur Dubai a modern look

Dubai: The municipality has announced plans for redesigning the central business districts in Deira and Bur Dubai by incorporating several modern features.

Modern features
The move is part of the civic body's efforts to develop Dubai according to international standards and reinforce its position as a world-class city.

Abdullah Abdul Rahim, director of the planning and survey department at the municipality, said the development of the central business districts in Deira and Bur Dubai is extremely important because of the commercial and social significance they assume.

"Our plan is to restore both areas by incorporating their prominent architectural as well as social features so that they are perfectly in match with the urban development currently taking place in the city.

"Besides, this will boost its economic activity and promote its image as an important destination for businessmen, traders and shoppers - both from the country as well as abroad," he said.

The department will conduct a study to identify the architectural and demographic characteristics of the central business districts and draw up an urban development plan that applies all the possible features to improve the urban environment, Abdul Rahim said.

"For restoring such features to these areas, we will adopt legislation for planning, building and monitoring activities in the area.

"Besides, efficiency of the road network will be increased and the open areas will be improved as part of the urban fabric of the area, thereby turning it into an ideal environment for work and business activities," he said.

The planning study will involve three phases with the first phase focusing on studying the situation covering such aspects as the urban environment and population. It will also involve gathering information about the urban characteristics and nature of commercial activities in the area.

The second phase will include analysing data collected during the first phase and identifying the main issues that need to be addressed and planning solutions that could be adopted to achieve the project's objectives.

The third phase will focus on suggesting the appropriate planning and design solutions for the issues related to the urban structure of the area, introducing legislation and planning programmes for overcoming the negative aspects and directing the growth process.

This will be done in close coordination with all competent government authorities in the emirate.

The main objective of the study is to introduce appropriate legislation for developing the area that is practical and can be implemented by the private sector in a bid to raise the efficiency of the central business districts.

The planning and survey department has prepared computer-generated images that show how the areas will look once the proposed legislation is in place.

Trances · August 22nd, 2004, 02:23 PM

block off all the streets no traffic at all !

Dubai-Lover · August 22nd, 2004, 02:38 PM

yeah, the best idea, but i think these shops in bur dubai will have to close. maybe they should only let people go through this area that live there. so they can let one lane open!

but one thing is for sure. if they start closing only some roads, this place is like hell!

it seems there are only two opportunities:
1) close and block everything
2) don't do anything

elfreako · August 23rd, 2004, 06:58 AM

I agree with closing off some central streets for pedestrians. But you don't want to close off TOO many streets. This tends to make a city more like a theme park. I kinda like how the creek still operates as a working dhow port. Can you imagine if the authorities made all the dhows relocate to some sterile purpose-built port miles away down the coast. The waterfront corniche would be so dead.

Dubai-Lover · August 26th, 2004, 02:25 PM

found this new one called al yamamah building on the arabtec website!

located near city center! didn't want to add this to tower thread, as this is a cheap lowrise! so i added this to redesigning deira & bur dubai!

juiced · August 26th, 2004, 02:33 PM

looks pretty nice for a cheap lowrise

ahmedr · August 27th, 2004, 04:07 PM

its not a cheap lowrise, looks pretty awesome to me.

Dubai-Lover · August 29th, 2004, 02:51 PM

municipality will redesign small area at twin towers:

this is the first step!!!

Cool street to be turned into a recreational spot

Dubai Municipality is currently undertaking a unique project at a cost of Dhs4 million to turn one of the coolest and busiest streets in the city into a pedestrian precinct providing traders, shoppers and visitors a place to unwind.

This was stated by Eng. AbdulRedha Abul Hassan, Acting Director of the General Projects Department at Dubai Municipality, who noted that the project, which is expected to be completed by December 2004, involves converting the existing road, to the north-east of the Twin Towers and parallel to Bani Yas Road, into a superb recreating facility where traders and shoppers can spend their free time.

'We have already closed the street and works have begun on this Dhs4 million project. We feel that because Dubai's importance as an international trading hub is growing day by day, these kinds of facilities are a must. Based on the success of this project, there will be more of this kind in future,' he said.

Abul Hassan added that the proposed pedestrian precinct would include an amphitheatre, a 130-meter water fountain, two coffee shops and display pumps. There will be soft and hard landscaping with nearly 14 high-quality date palms being planted plus small green spots in between.

'What distinguishes this 2400 square meter area is that it is shaded during most of the day time because of the high-rise buildings in the area. It also enjoys continuous air circulation thanks to the open areas at both ends. We, therefore, understand that this is an ideal location for setting up this facility where people can have lunch and coffee breaks, casual chats or spend an idle time together,' he noted.

The area will also provide an opportunity for traders to install advertisement hoardings, which will attract a lot of potential shoppers.

Dubai Municipality has recently announced plans for redesigning the central business districts of Deira and Bur Dubai by incorporating several modern features as part of the civic body's efforts to develop Dubai according to international standards and reinforce its position as a world-class city.

The plan is to restore both the areas by incorporating their prominent architectural as well as social features so that they are perfectly in match with the urban development currently taking place in the city. Besides, this will boost its economic activity and promote its image as an important destination for businessmen, traders and shoppers both from the country as well as abroad.

Trances · August 29th, 2004, 03:00 PM

predestians malls are great when in small amounts belive this a good move for dubai

Dubai-Lover · August 29th, 2004, 03:09 PM

yes, and if they do things like these step by step into spice souk direction, this area will become nicer. at the moment the corniche is not really nice. too many old houses at the waterfront! but they are already demolishing some of these!

in my opinion the area from spice souk to twin towers has to be redesigned and renewed, because it's quite ugly there!

Dubai-Lover · August 31st, 2004, 12:00 PM

Beautification project worth Dh 4 m to be built in Dubai

The project, expected to be completed in December, includes construction of an amphitheatre, a 130 m high fountain, cafe's and exhibition areas and involves diversion of a road northeast of the Twin Towers building in the Bani Yas area.

According to an official at the Dubai Municipality, the project is being built on a surface area of 2,400 sq. metres.

"The Municipality will execute similar projects in other places in Dubai metropolis in a move to provide amenities for traders, shoppers and visitors of crowded shopping areas," said Abdul Redha Abul Hassan, Acting Director of Projects at the Dubai Municipality.

dazz · August 31st, 2004, 03:41 PM

130m fountain? sounds huge :O
it probably means the height of actual fountain building, right?
or does it mean how far the water will go

hmmh, found this http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache....aspx?ID=30255
world's tallest fountain 560feet/170m.
so 130m could be possible but it would totally wet everybody

Trances · August 31st, 2004, 03:46 PM

that does sound big may be would be better in the center of the creek ?

smussuw · August 31st, 2004, 03:47 PM

BEFORE

AFTER

Trances · August 31st, 2004, 03:49 PM

much much better
also I just noticed to low rise and I like it - 12-14 floors not that bad

Dubai-Lover · August 31st, 2004, 06:50 PM

thanks for the "reality" pic. looks quite ugly right now! trees, plants and water are missing!

August 31st, 2004, 09:50 PM

dont u guys think Abu dhabi's downtown is much better then dubai's

smussuw · August 31st, 2004, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zuhahmed

dont u guys think Abu dhabi's downtown is much better then dubai's

i guess its more organized. Dubai had the downtown and old buildings even before making roads. it was some sort of BOOOM. so, the fast developing affected it in a bad way. while Abudhabi had the chance to develope smoothly and beside Abu Dhabi do destroy old building and build new ones and make new roads. both ways i dont like Abu dhabi downtown.

August 22nd, 2004, 08:04 AM	#1
Trances , , and , Fade to Black. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Living in London Posts: 7,348	#PROJECT: REDESIGNING BUR DUBAI & DEIRA Dubai Lover : Redesigning Bur Dubai & Deira i think something had to be done in this area. it's still the heart of dubai, but not the most beautiful. especially in the evening, when all the traffic is blocking these areas, it's horrible. Dubai Municipality to redesign CBDs in Deira and Bur Dubai Dubai Municipality has announced plans for redesigning the central business districts of Deira and Bur Dubai by incorporating several modern features. The move is part of the civic body's efforts to develop Dubai according to international standards and reinforce its position as a world-class city. Abdullah AbdulRahim, Director of the Planning and Survey Department at the municipality, said development of the central business districts in Deira and Bur Dubai is extremely important due to the commercial and social significance they assume. 'Our plan is to restore both the areas by incorporating their prominent architectural as well as social features so that they are perfectly in match with the urban development currently taking place in the city. Besides, this will boost its economic activity and promote its image as an important destination for businessmen, traders and shoppers - both from the country as well as abroad,' he said. AbdulRahim noted that the department will conduct a planning study in this effect which would identify the architectural and demographic characteristics of the central business districts and draw up an urban development plan that applies all the possible features in order to improve the urban environment. 'For restoring such features to these areas, we will adopt legislation for planning, building and monitoring activities in the area. Besides, efficiency of the road network will be increased and the open areas would be improved as part of the urban fabric of the area thereby turning it into an ideal environment for work and business activities,' he said. The planning study will involve three phases with the first phase focusing on studying the current situation covering such aspects as the urban environment and population. It will also involve gathering information about the urban characteristics and nature of commercial activities in the area. The second phase will include analysing data collected during the first phase and identifying the main issues that need to be addressed and planning solutions which could be adopted in order to achieve the project's objectives. The third phase will focus on suggesting the appropriate planning and design solutions for the issues related to the urban structure of the area, introducing legislation and planning programmes for overcoming the negative aspects, and directing the growth process. This will be done in close coordination with all competent government authorities in the emirate. He noted that the main objective of the study is to introduce appropriate legislation for developing the area that are practical and can be implemented by the private sector in a bid to raise the efficiency of the central business districts. AbdulRahim added that the Planning and Survey Department has prepared computer-generated images that show how the areas would look like once the proposed legislation is in place. Report From Gulf News http://www.gulf-news.com/Articles/Na...ticleID=129633 __________________ "Are we ready to go farther or have we already gone to far?" “He who controls the present, controls the past. He who controls the past, controls the future.” Last edited by Trances; August 22nd, 2004 at 09:19 AM.

August 22nd, 2004, 08:05 AM	#2
Trances , , and , Fade to Black. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Living in London Posts: 7,348	Ok then well NEw thread now you can copy accross any posts that you feel are closely related to the TOPIC ! __________________ "Are we ready to go farther or have we already gone to far?" “He who controls the present, controls the past. He who controls the past, controls the future.”

August 22nd, 2004, 01:51 PM	#3
Dubai-Lover Construction Paradise Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dubai (UAE) \| Oehringen (GER) \| Bad Honnef (GER) Posts: 12,684	here's another article! i just wonder how they will do this. there's only chaos in this streets, so much traffic and people. it will become even more chaotic when streets will be closed for construction works!!! for this time of redesigning deira's und bur dubai's creek area will be the place to avoid!!!! ------------------------------------------------------ Civic designs aim to give Deira and Bur Dubai a modern look Dubai: The municipality has announced plans for redesigning the central business districts in Deira and Bur Dubai by incorporating several modern features. Modern features The move is part of the civic body's efforts to develop Dubai according to international standards and reinforce its position as a world-class city. Abdullah Abdul Rahim, director of the planning and survey department at the municipality, said the development of the central business districts in Deira and Bur Dubai is extremely important because of the commercial and social significance they assume. "Our plan is to restore both areas by incorporating their prominent architectural as well as social features so that they are perfectly in match with the urban development currently taking place in the city. "Besides, this will boost its economic activity and promote its image as an important destination for businessmen, traders and shoppers - both from the country as well as abroad," he said. The department will conduct a study to identify the architectural and demographic characteristics of the central business districts and draw up an urban development plan that applies all the possible features to improve the urban environment, Abdul Rahim said. "For restoring such features to these areas, we will adopt legislation for planning, building and monitoring activities in the area. "Besides, efficiency of the road network will be increased and the open areas will be improved as part of the urban fabric of the area, thereby turning it into an ideal environment for work and business activities," he said. The planning study will involve three phases with the first phase focusing on studying the situation covering such aspects as the urban environment and population. It will also involve gathering information about the urban characteristics and nature of commercial activities in the area. The second phase will include analysing data collected during the first phase and identifying the main issues that need to be addressed and planning solutions that could be adopted to achieve the project's objectives. The third phase will focus on suggesting the appropriate planning and design solutions for the issues related to the urban structure of the area, introducing legislation and planning programmes for overcoming the negative aspects and directing the growth process. This will be done in close coordination with all competent government authorities in the emirate. The main objective of the study is to introduce appropriate legislation for developing the area that is practical and can be implemented by the private sector in a bid to raise the efficiency of the central business districts. The planning and survey department has prepared computer-generated images that show how the areas will look once the proposed legislation is in place. __________________ Updates - Dubai on Emporis

August 22nd, 2004, 02:23 PM	#4
Trances , , and , Fade to Black. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Living in London Posts: 7,348	block off all the streets no traffic at all ! __________________ "Are we ready to go farther or have we already gone to far?" “He who controls the present, controls the past. He who controls the past, controls the future.”

August 22nd, 2004, 02:38 PM	#5
Dubai-Lover Construction Paradise Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dubai (UAE) \| Oehringen (GER) \| Bad Honnef (GER) Posts: 12,684	yeah, the best idea, but i think these shops in bur dubai will have to close. maybe they should only let people go through this area that live there. so they can let one lane open! but one thing is for sure. if they start closing only some roads, this place is like hell! it seems there are only two opportunities: 1) close and block everything 2) don't do anything __________________ Updates - Dubai on Emporis

August 23rd, 2004, 06:58 AM	#6
elfreako Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Doha Posts: 360	I agree with closing off some central streets for pedestrians. But you don't want to close off TOO many streets. This tends to make a city more like a theme park. I kinda like how the creek still operates as a working dhow port. Can you imagine if the authorities made all the dhows relocate to some sterile purpose-built port miles away down the coast. The waterfront corniche would be so dead.

August 26th, 2004, 02:25 PM	#7
Dubai-Lover Construction Paradise Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dubai (UAE) \| Oehringen (GER) \| Bad Honnef (GER) Posts: 12,684	found this new one called al yamamah building on the arabtec website! located near city center! didn't want to add this to tower thread, as this is a cheap lowrise! so i added this to redesigning deira & bur dubai! __________________ Updates - Dubai on Emporis

August 26th, 2004, 02:33 PM	#8
juiced go with the flow Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: London Posts: 1,925	looks pretty nice for a cheap lowrise

August 27th, 2004, 04:07 PM	#9
ahmedr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Cairo Posts: 918	its not a cheap lowrise, looks pretty awesome to me.

August 29th, 2004, 02:51 PM	#10
Dubai-Lover Construction Paradise Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dubai (UAE) \| Oehringen (GER) \| Bad Honnef (GER) Posts: 12,684	municipality will redesign small area at twin towers: this is the first step!!! Cool street to be turned into a recreational spot Dubai Municipality is currently undertaking a unique project at a cost of Dhs4 million to turn one of the coolest and busiest streets in the city into a pedestrian precinct providing traders, shoppers and visitors a place to unwind. This was stated by Eng. AbdulRedha Abul Hassan, Acting Director of the General Projects Department at Dubai Municipality, who noted that the project, which is expected to be completed by December 2004, involves converting the existing road, to the north-east of the Twin Towers and parallel to Bani Yas Road, into a superb recreating facility where traders and shoppers can spend their free time. 'We have already closed the street and works have begun on this Dhs4 million project. We feel that because Dubai's importance as an international trading hub is growing day by day, these kinds of facilities are a must. Based on the success of this project, there will be more of this kind in future,' he said. Abul Hassan added that the proposed pedestrian precinct would include an amphitheatre, a 130-meter water fountain, two coffee shops and display pumps. There will be soft and hard landscaping with nearly 14 high-quality date palms being planted plus small green spots in between. 'What distinguishes this 2400 square meter area is that it is shaded during most of the day time because of the high-rise buildings in the area. It also enjoys continuous air circulation thanks to the open areas at both ends. We, therefore, understand that this is an ideal location for setting up this facility where people can have lunch and coffee breaks, casual chats or spend an idle time together,' he noted. The area will also provide an opportunity for traders to install advertisement hoardings, which will attract a lot of potential shoppers. Dubai Municipality has recently announced plans for redesigning the central business districts of Deira and Bur Dubai by incorporating several modern features as part of the civic body's efforts to develop Dubai according to international standards and reinforce its position as a world-class city. The plan is to restore both the areas by incorporating their prominent architectural as well as social features so that they are perfectly in match with the urban development currently taking place in the city. Besides, this will boost its economic activity and promote its image as an important destination for businessmen, traders and shoppers both from the country as well as abroad. __________________ Updates - Dubai on Emporis

August 29th, 2004, 03:00 PM	#11
Trances , , and , Fade to Black. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Living in London Posts: 7,348	predestians malls are great when in small amounts belive this a good move for dubai __________________ "Are we ready to go farther or have we already gone to far?" “He who controls the present, controls the past. He who controls the past, controls the future.”

August 29th, 2004, 03:09 PM	#12
Dubai-Lover Construction Paradise Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dubai (UAE) \| Oehringen (GER) \| Bad Honnef (GER) Posts: 12,684	yes, and if they do things like these step by step into spice souk direction, this area will become nicer. at the moment the corniche is not really nice. too many old houses at the waterfront! but they are already demolishing some of these! in my opinion the area from spice souk to twin towers has to be redesigned and renewed, because it's quite ugly there! __________________ Updates - Dubai on Emporis

August 31st, 2004, 12:00 PM	#13
Dubai-Lover Construction Paradise Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dubai (UAE) \| Oehringen (GER) \| Bad Honnef (GER) Posts: 12,684	Beautification project worth Dh 4 m to be built in Dubai The project, expected to be completed in December, includes construction of an amphitheatre, a 130 m high fountain, cafe's and exhibition areas and involves diversion of a road northeast of the Twin Towers building in the Bani Yas area. According to an official at the Dubai Municipality, the project is being built on a surface area of 2,400 sq. metres. "The Municipality will execute similar projects in other places in Dubai metropolis in a move to provide amenities for traders, shoppers and visitors of crowded shopping areas," said Abdul Redha Abul Hassan, Acting Director of Projects at the Dubai Municipality. __________________ Updates - Dubai on Emporis

August 31st, 2004, 03:41 PM	#14
dazz Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 1,110	130m fountain? sounds huge :O it probably means the height of actual fountain building, right? or does it mean how far the water will go hmmh, found this http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache....aspx?ID=30255 world's tallest fountain 560feet/170m. so 130m could be possible but it would totally wet everybody

August 31st, 2004, 03:46 PM	#15
Trances , , and , Fade to Black. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Living in London Posts: 7,348	that does sound big may be would be better in the center of the creek ? __________________ "Are we ready to go farther or have we already gone to far?" “He who controls the present, controls the past. He who controls the past, controls the future.”

August 31st, 2004, 03:47 PM	#16
smussuw Patriotic Emirati Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dubai Posts: 6,570	BEFORE AFTER

August 31st, 2004, 03:49 PM	#17
Trances , , and , Fade to Black. Join Date: May 2003 Location: Living in London Posts: 7,348	much much better also I just noticed to low rise and I like it - 12-14 floors not that bad __________________ "Are we ready to go farther or have we already gone to far?" “He who controls the present, controls the past. He who controls the past, controls the future.”

August 31st, 2004, 06:50 PM	#18
Dubai-Lover Construction Paradise Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Dubai (UAE) \| Oehringen (GER) \| Bad Honnef (GER) Posts: 12,684	thanks for the "reality" pic. looks quite ugly right now! trees, plants and water are missing! __________________ Updates - Dubai on Emporis

August 31st, 2004, 09:50 PM	#19
zuhahmed Guest Posts: n/a	dont u guys think Abu dhabi's downtown is much better then dubai's

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