Currently under construction - Burj Dubai is set to be the most prestigeous square mile of real estate on the planet!
At its centrepiece stands the iconic Burj Dubai Tower, set to be the worlds tallest building upon completion in March 2009.
This mammoth structure will be mostly residential; but will also be home to the worlds highest observation deck at a vertigo inducing 517m high, as well as the worlds first 6 star rated Armarni Hotel.
Shadowed by the tower itself, across a massive man made lake will be home to the 'Supertall' Lake Hotel, the worlds largest ever shopping mall, over 70 highrise buildings and a beautiful 'old town' style village.
Experience Ramdan at the Bastakiah Old Town Café.
Against the majestic backdrop of the rising Burj Dubai, come discover the perfect Ramadan setting. Experience the exotic ambience of ancient Arabia and the luxurious hospitality of the Old Town. Join us every night at the Bastakiyah Old Town Cafe’, in a special Ramadan tent. Enjoy an evening of shisha and live oud, with a striking view of history in the making.
A home in The Old Town would mean living in:
A charming Arabian setting with bustling street life A car free environment In the heart of Downtown Burj Dubai Miska & Zanzebeel ready to move in – December 2007 First Old Town residents moving into Yansoon – January 2007
The launch of The Old Town in Downtown Dubai adds an authentic Arabic aspect to one of the world’s most talked of developments. Much has been made about the intricacies and technical advancements that have been involved in projects such as the Burj Dubai tower and the Dubai Mall, both will be structures of incredible importance and significance – but Emaar’s knowledge and experience in regional development has seen them focus as much effort on creating a culturally authentic feel to the project. The traditionally designed Old Town community will articulate inspirational Arabic culture within the most influential address on earth.
The classical outline of Old Town, is beginning to take shape in Downtown Dubai, offering a flavour of the privileged lifestyles formerly enjoyed by a few.
The Old Town is a mixture of low-rise three-storey apartment buildings and mid-rise towers with penthouses, and offers a counterpoint to the sharply modern style of most of Burj Dubai, the heart of emerging Downtown district.
The look draws on the Al-Bastakia neighbourhood of Bur Dubai and the residences of Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum and Mohammed Shareef Boukash with textures that reflect the gypsum, clay or sarjool plastering used in the early 20th century. Earthy natural tones reflect the surrounding landscape.
Terraces, balconies, parapets (waresh), pergolas, recesses and niches are signature features of the style, which is given further emphasis by the elegant window and door openings.
Residents will live in one of five quarters in the Burj District, Yansoon, Reehan, Miska,Zaafaran or Zanzebeel.
