Award-winning firm Snøhetta has been commissioned by the Ras Al Khaimah investment Authority and RAKEEN to undertake the architectural design for the Gateway project in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Situated in the desert 150 km to the east of Dubai this landmark project
will mark the gateway to the emirate and form the entrance to the new
planned capital city of Ras Al Khaimah. The urban master plan for the
city is currently being under taken by the Netherlands based
architectural practice OMA. The Gateway project is situated at the
entrance to the city and will form a landmark for the city entrance.
The architectural expression for our proposal is inspired by the
surrounding desert and mountain landscape. This concept provides for an
infinite variety of naturally shaded, intimate and protected spaces,
around which the multiple uses associated with the development are
woven. The undulating architectural landscape is resolved in a dramatic
landmark tower marking the main gateway plaza. This 200 m high tower
will be the setting for a 5 star plus hotel affording panoramic views
across the emirate, to the gulf and mountains beyond.
The programme calls for a mixed-use development comprising a
conference centre, exhibition centre, hotels and retail space. In total
it is expected to be 270 000m2 of build area. In addition there will be
substantial areas of associated garden and landscape. Externally the
building will be clad in ceramic panels, this will be developed together
with Ras Al Khaimah ceramics, one of the world leading producers of
ceramic products.
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