Emaar’s ambitious Creek Tower project, initially set to surpass the iconic Burj Khalifa in height, has hit a pause button. Mohamed Alabbar, the founder of Emaar, sheds light on the redesign journey that the tower is currently navigating. In a candid revelation, Alabbar expressed doubts about the redesigned Creek Tower reclaiming the title of Dubai’s tallest structure. Let me tell you all the need to know details about this setback.
In a surprising twist, Mohamed Alabbar has cast doubt on Creek Tower’s quest to surpass the iconic Burj Khalifa. Alabbar candidly admits uncertainty about the tower reclaiming the title of Dubai’s tallest. This revelation marks a pivotal moment in Dubai’s architectural narrative, signalling a shift in the skyline dynamics as Creek Tower undergoes a transformative journey, redefining its role in the city’s future. He emphasised the ongoing efforts to strike a balance between the grand vision and practicality. Alabbar stated, “We have to always look at our bottom line and deliver value to our customers and our shareholders“.
The year 2017 marked the laying of the tower’s foundations, but the pandemic-induced hiatus prompted a rethink. The ambitious structure, meant to be tethered to the ground with cables, took an unexpected turn. Alabbar, in August 2023, revealed the initiation of a comprehensive redesign phase.
Emaar didn’t take this journey alone. Engaging in a global competition, the company collaborated with international firms to breathe new life into the project. Alabbar, buoyed by the involvement of distinguished names, envisioned a fresh concept evolving over the next seven to eight months.
The optimism in Alabbar’s words echoes a commitment to Dubai’s ever-changing skyline. “We hope to start construction within a year from now,” he conveyed in August. The anticipation is palpable as the revamped Creek Tower aims to redefine not just heights but the architectural narrative of Dubai.
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