Wasl Tower

Don’t just shade – reflect

Wasl Tower

2014

Sustainability with a twist

The Wasl Tower is a bold new landmark in Dubai’s skyline, standing 302 metres tall in a pivotal location. With one of the world’s tallest ceramic facades, it redefines what’s possible in adaptability and sustainability.

Key information

Client

wasl LLC Asset Management Group

Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Status

In progress

Sectors

Leisure and Hospitality

Mixed Use

Residential

Retail

Commercial Office

Services

Architecture

Interior

Programmes

Mixed-use

Building Surface

35,000 m2

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Facts and figures

300

A slender 300-meter-tall mixed-use skyscraper located in downtown Dubai, designed to reflect Dubai’s dynamic infrastructural and human connections.

20%

The geometry reduces wind loads by 20%, minimising structural component sizes and saving building materials.

40%

Passive facade design and lighting control reduce perimeter zone lighting energy by 40%, enhancing energy efficiency.

Wasl Tower, a 64-storey mixed-use establishment situated prominently along Sheikh Zayed Road, stands as a testament to architectural finesse and functional versatility. Embracing a multifaceted design, it accommodates residential apartments, office spaces, restaurants, and a luxurious hotel within its towering structure. The tower stands tall at 302 meters with a substantial footprint covering 167,733 square meters.

Mohammed Al Hashimi

Director of Projects at Wasl

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Design and consulting services