One Za'abeel
{{Distinguish|Za%27abeel,_Dubai#Za'abeel_1|text=Za'abeel 1}}
{{Short description|Skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates}}
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| name = One Za’abeel
| native_name_lang = وان زعبيل
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| caption = One Za’abeel in Dubai
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| location_country = United Arab Emirates
| status = Complete
| start_date = January 2016
| completion_date = December 2023
| opening_date = 10 February 2024
| architect = Nikken Sekkei
| top_floor = {{convert|305|m|ft|0|abbr=on}} (Tower 2)
{{convert|235|m|ft|0|abbr=on}} (Tower 1)
| floor_count = 68 (Tower 2)
59 (Tower 1)
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| building_type = Multi-building complex
| architectural_style = Modern
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| main_contractor = ALEC Engineering & Contracting LLC
| developer = Ithra Dubai
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One Za’abeel is a mixed-use skyscraper located in the Za’abeel district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The development was completed in December 2023 and officially opened on 10 February 2024.{{Cite web |date=2024-02-05 |title=Dubai Introduces Its Latest Icon: One Za'abeel |url=https://hypebeast.com/2024/2/dubai-one-zaabeel |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=Hypebeast}} It consists of two towers connected by a horizontal structure known as The Link.{{Cite web |date=2024-01-23 |title=Photos reveal world's longest cantilever ahead of completion in Dubai |url=https://www.dezeen.com/2024/01/23/worlds-longest-cantilever-construction-dubai/ |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=Dezeen |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Morgan |first=Jessica |title=Sheikh Mohammed visits One&Only One Za'abeel resort in Dubai |url=https://www.thenationalnews.com/uae/2024/01/18/sheikh-mohammed-visits-oneonly-one-zaabeel-resort-in-dubai/ |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=The National |language=en}}
Design and architecture
The skyscraper was designed by the Japanese architectural firm Nikken Sekkei{{Cite web |last=Sheckells |first=Melinda |date=2024-02-22 |title=Inside Dubai's New One&Only Resort, Launched with Performances by Jennifer Lopez and Mark Ronson |url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/lifestyle-news/dubai-travel-oneandonly-zaabeel-urban-resort-celebrity-guests-1235830825/ |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=The Hollywood Reporter |language=en-US}} and developed by Ithra Dubai,{{Cite web |date=2021-03-04 |title=Ithra Dubai: "We believe our projects will impact many sectors of Dubai's economy" |url=https://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-tenders/270886-ithra-dubai-we-believe-our-projects-will-impact-many-sectors-of-dubais-economy |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=Construction Week Online |language=en-US}} a subsidiary of Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD).{{Cite web |last=Abi Farraj |first=Yara |date=19 August 2024 |title=UAE's DWTCA Free Zone reports 19 percent rise in registered companies to 2,818 in H1 2024 |url=https://economymiddleeast.com/news/uae-dwtca-free-zone-reports-19-percent-rise-in-registered-companies/ |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=Economy Middle East |language=en-US}} It consists of two towers: One Za’abeel Tower and One Za’abeel The Residences. These towers are joined by The Link, which is positioned 100 meters (328 feet) above ground.{{Cite web |date=2024-02-29 |title=One Za'abeel's iconic canopy: Design process revealed - Construction Week Online |url=https://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-tenders/one-zaabeels-iconic-canopy-design-process-revealed |access-date=2024-08-27 |language=en-US}} The Link extends 230 meters (754 feet) and includes a cantilevered section that extends 66 meters (216 feet).{{Cite web |date=2019-11-05 |title=Dubai twin tower scheme with "world's largest cantilever" praised for 4D modeling |url=https://www.globalconstructionreview.com/dubai-twin-tower-scheme-worlds-largest-cantilever-/ |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=Global Construction Review |language=en-GB}} The towers were constructed with a steel-and-concrete composite structure.{{Cite web |last=K P |first=Devdasan |date=2020-09-03 |title=Another milestone with the link now lifted at iconic One Za'abeel 100 Meters above ground level |url=https://gulfnews.com/photos/business/another-milestone-with-the-link-now-lifted-at-iconic-one-zaabeel-100-meters-above-ground-level-1.1599134222596?slide=8 |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=gulfnews.com |language=en}} The Link is supported by a truss structure and features a glass curtain wall.{{Cite web |date=2024-02-01 |title=World's longest cantilever opens over six-lane highway in Dubai |url=https://www.dezeen.com/2024/02/01/longest-cantilever-one-zaabeel-nikken-sekkei/ |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=Dezeen |language=en}} In 2024, One Za’abeel was recognized by Guinness World Records for having the longest cantilever building in the world.{{Cite news |title=Inside the making of the world's longest cantilever |url=https://www.fastcompany.com/91112457/inside-the-making-of-the-worlds-longest-cantilever |access-date=2024-08-27 |work=Fast Company}}
Construction
Construction began in January 2016 and was completed in December 2023.{{Cite web |date=2020-01-27 |title=Dubai's Under Construction One Za'abeel Tower Holds the Longest Cantilever in the World |url=https://www.archdaily.com/932623/dubais-under-construction-one-zaabeel-tower-holds-the-longest-cantilever-in-the-world |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=ArchDaily |language=en-US}} The Link was built in two phases over a total of 16 days without disruption to the four lanes of live traffic below.{{Cite web |last=Menon |first=Balaram |date=2020-07-06 |title=Final slide complete on One Za'abeel's The Link |url=https://gulfnews.com/photos/business/final-slide-complete-on-one-zaabeels-the-link-1.1594026802177?slide=5 |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=gulfnews.com |language=en}} Phase one involved the placement of a steel structure weighing over 8,500 tonnes, which was lifted into position over 12 days using specialized equipment, including over 110 jacks. Phase two involved the installation of a 900-tonne cantilevered section, which was completed over four days.{{Cite web |date=2023-09-28 |title=The Link at One Za'abeel: Dubai's sky podium and culinary haven - Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More |url=https://www.arabianbusiness.com/resources/the-link-at-one-zaabeel-dubais-sky-podium-and-culinary-haven |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=www.arabianbusiness.com |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |last=Sweet |first=Rod |date=2020-09-28 |title=World-beating cantilever lift succeeds at Dubai's One Za'abeel |url=https://www.globalconstructionreview.com/world-beating-cantilever-lift-succeeds-dubais-one/ |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=Global Construction Review |language=en-GB}} The development includes a vertical resort operated by One&Only, 94 private residences,{{Cite web |last=Abbas |first=Waheed |title=Dubai: One Za'abeel launches office tower, sees over 50% commitments |url=https://www.khaleejtimes.com/uae/dubai-one-zaabeel-launches-office-tower-sees-over-50-commitments |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=Khaleej Times |language=en}} a lifestyle hotel named SIRO, and various dining establishments.{{Cite web |date=2024-02-13 |title=Dubai's Newest Sky-High Resort Is a Cantilevered Architectural Wonder |url=https://www.afar.com/hotels/one-and-only-one-zaabeel |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=AFAR Media |language=en}} The rooftop of The Link features an infinity pool and observation points with views of the Burj Khalifa.{{Cite web |last=Diaz |first=One Carlo |title=A preview of Siro One Za'abeel, Dubai's first fitness-focused hotel |url=https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/2024/01/25/a-preview-of-siro-one-zaabeel-dubais-first-fitness-focused-hotel/ |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=The National |language=en}}
Location and integration
One Za’abeel is situated within the Dubai World Trade Free Zone and was integrated into the Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) Free Zone in 2024 through Decree No. 18 of 2024 issued by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.{{Cite web |date=2024-05-29 |title=One Za'abeel joins Dubai World Trade Centre Authority Free Zone - Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Finance, and More |url=https://www.arabianbusiness.com/industries/real-estate/one-zaabeel-joins-dubai-world-trade-centre-authority-free-zone |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=www.arabianbusiness.com |language=en-US}} The site is located between the old and new business districts, with nearby landmarks including Za'abeel Park, the Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Zayed Road, and Al Mustaqbal Street. A four-lane elevated highway runs between the two towers, and a podium design connects both plots.{{Cite web |last=Mair |first=Findlay |date=2024-03-27 |title=One Za'abeel in Dubai has broken a Guinness World Record {{!}} Time Out Dubai |url=https://www.timeoutdubai.com/news/one-zaabeel-in-dubai-has-broken-a-guinness-world-record |access-date=2024-08-27 |language=en-US}}
Awards & recognition
- The project received the Award of Excellence for Best Tall Building in the Middle East & Africa 2024 and Best Tall Building, 300 meters and above 2024{{Cite web |last=Traynor |first=Sian |date=2024-07-12 |title=One Za'abeel wins two major international awards {{!}} Time Out Dubai |url=https://www.timeoutdubai.com/news/one-zaabeel-wins-international-awards |access-date=2024-08-27 |language=en-US}}
- It was Listed in CTBUH’s annual global list of notable projects in the AEC industry
- Guinness World Records recognized it for the longest cantilevered building in the world{{Cite web |date=2024-03-26 |title=Dubai twin-tower One Za'abeel gets Guinness World record title for 'The Link' |url=https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-twin-tower-one-zaabeel-gets-guinness-world-record-title-for-the-link-1.1711433798421 |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=gulfnews.com |language=en}}
See also
References
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External links
- [https://www.onezaabeel.com One Za'abeel]
{{Dubai landmarks}}
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Category:Skyscraper office buildings in Dubai