Dubai has accustomed us to fantasy construction
developments to say the least. This moon shaped building, which literally
cuts across the skyline with its beautiful form certainly succeeds in
exceeding our high expectations
The tallest skyscraper in the world Burj Khalifa , and
the huge shopping centre Dubai Mall are respectively found in Dubai. The
Crescent Moon Tower is the latest gem to add to Dubai’s collection of
cutting-edge construction challenges, which via Transparence House will be
presented in the 11th edition of ThyssenKrupp Elevator Architecture
Award. Transparent House is a design
visualization firm that specializes in three-dimensional and animated
architectural renderings. Similar to fully developed nations with
well-established and advanced economies, Dubai now generates its revenue from
tourism, real estate and financial services. Abiding by the competitive
requirements, the structure was designed to feature recreational, educational
and cultural activities to further promote a booming economy.
As a means of
showcasing Dubai’s future direction, as well as signifying its growth from
Westernized port city to business hub, the designers employed their grandiose
interpretation of futuristic architecture.
While still
embracing the city’s rich cultural heritage, Transparent House chose a crescent
shape as a symbol of the traditional Islamic world.
The Crescent Moon Tower is to represent a moon shape
covering 33 floors. It is expected to be constructed in Za’abeel Park, a park
north east of Dubai World Trade Centre, not far from the desert.
The project, which is awaiting approval, has two main
important objectives. Firstly, it wishes to underline Dubai’s association with
the Islamic world. Secondly, it is determined to demonstrate the level of
technological and economic development reached by this Arab emirate, the most
populated of the seven United Arab Emirates. Dubai is in fact one of the most
actively committed places in the world in investing in technology and
architecture.
This extraordinary skyscraper should be complete in
around five years’ time, and it is to house luxury Dubai
properties, a children’s library, a restaurant, a conference room,
bars, and in the upper part of the structure an outdoor platform is to be
created. The Crescent Moon Tower is to be a multifunctional building, for both
tourists and locals, a place to attract scientific, recreational and cultural
activities.
The half-moon is to become an attraction in itself,
just like the other colossal and fearless construction developments found here.
The one of a kind project is sure to leave admirers
speechless with its enchanting beauty. Needless to say the structure will
undoubtedly be even more captivating set against a starlit sky at night.
