Ciel Dubai Marina
Reaching a remarkable height of 365 metres, Ciel in Dubai Marina is a stunning development that will set a new benchmark as the world’s tallest hotel upon completion.
More than an architectural masterpiece, Ciel is a global icon and The First Group’s largest and most luxurious project to date.
Designed by award-winning London-based architect NORR Group, Ciel features a striking design, contemporary interiors and a remarkable glass observation deck, which will offer incredible 360-degree vistas across Dubai Marina, the Palm Jumeirah and the Arabian Gulf.
As part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ prestigious Vignette Collection, Ciel joins a family of one-of-a-kind properties in sought-after locations, where guests can indulge in stays that are authentic, experiential, and considerate. Designed for the next generation of luxury travellers, the Vignette Collection weaves responsibility, community, and locality into every aspect of the guest experience.
Ciel has garnered significant international acclaim top date, receiving awards for Best International Hotel Architecture, Best Hotel Architecture Arabia, and Best High-rise Architecture Arabia at the 2019 International Property Awards.
LANDMARK DEVELOPMENT
World’s tallest hotel in the world's largest man-made marina
PANORAMIC SKY TERRACE
Providing incredible views of the Arabian Gulf and Palm Jumeirah
ULTRA-STYLISH DESIGN
An architectural masterpiece in the heart of Dubai Marina
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FACILITIES
Rooftop Deck
A 365-metre high viewing platform will provide unparalleled views
Spa
Fully-equipped spa with treatment rooms
Swimming Pool
Stunning rooftop swimming pool and sundeck
24-Hour Reception
24/7 reception and concierge services
Business Lounge
Modern, high-tech facilities for business guests
World-Class Dining
A fine selection of restaurants, cafes and bars
Travel Concierge
Tour and leisure activity booking services
Valet Parking
Complimentary valet parking service
Laundry Service
24/7 laundry service
Fitness Centre
Fully-equipped fitness centre
Gallery
Dubai Skyline featuring Ciel
Horizon Bar
Exterior Street View
Lobby Atrium
Lobby Reception
Lobby Corridor
Public Restroom
Podium Pool
Crown Pool Views
Suite - Living Room
Suite - Bedroom
Studio Room View
Presidential Suite - Living Room
Project Development Progress
Progress Updates
Norr the project’s architect have completed the preliminary design drawings and have submitted them to Dubai Municipality for their review and approval.
Norr will complete the detailed design drawings by the 7th of May 2019.
The shoring work and the first stage of the piling work has been completed by the piling contractor.
The second and final stage of the piling work has been tendered and the bids are due to be received by the 1st of April 2019.
Norr and The First Group’s Interior design teams are having regular workshop sessions to finalize the guest rooms and the hotel corridors concept designs.
Progress Updates
The preliminary design drawings have been approved by Dubai Municipality
Norr will complete the detailed design drawings by the 7th of May 2019
The shoring work and the first stage of the piling work has been completed by the piling contractor
The contract for the second and final stage of the piling work has been awarded
The shoring and piling contractor has started applying for the required approvals and NOCs from the relevant authorities in order to be able to commence with his mobilization to the site from the relevant authorities
Norr and The First Group’s Interior design teams are having regular workshop sessions to finalize the guest rooms and the hotel corridors concept designs
Progress Updates
Norr will has completed the detailed design drawings.
The shoring and piling contractor for the second and final stage of the piling work has started applying for the required approvals and NOCs from the relevant authorities so to be able to commence with his mobilization to the site.
Norr and The First Group’s Interior design teams are having regular workshop sessions to finalize the guest rooms and the hotel corridors concept designs.
Progress Updates
Norr is preparing the detailed interior design drawings for the various types of the guest’ rooms.
Norr and The First Group’s Interior design teams are working on the concept design for the hotel corridors and common areas.
The recently appointed shoring and piling contractor for the second and final stage of the piling work has started applying for the required approvals and NOCs from the relevant authorities so to be able to commence with his mobilization to the site to commence with the works.
Progress Updates
Norr has completed the detailed interior design drawings for the standard guest’s room. Norr is working with The First Group’s interior design team in developing the detailed design drawings for the guest suites.
Norr and The First Group’s Interior design teams have developed the concept design for the hotel corridors and common areas which is under review by the operator.
The shoring and piling contractor has obtained the following permits: Excavation and site preparation, Signboard and fencing.
Mobilization and piling permits are expected to be issued from the relevant authorities during the month of August and September 2019 respectively.
Progress Updates
Norr and The First Group’s interior design team are having ongoing workshop session for the development of the guest Suites.
The operator has highlighted minor comments on Norr and The First Group’s Interior design teams concept design for the hotel corridors and common areas which are being addressed currently.
The shoring and piling contractor has obtained the following permits: 1. Excavation and site preparation. 2. Signboard and fencing.
The piling permit is expected to be issued from the relevant authorities during the month of September 2019 respectively. Meanwhile with the permits in hand the piling contractor has commenced with the following activities: 1. Cutting the steel reinforcement for the completed piles. 2. Preparing the shuttering works for the concrete work required for the pile’s cap protection.
Progress Updates
The shoring and piling contractor has obtained the new piling permit.
The shoring and piling contractor has commenced with the excavation and site preparation work.
Dewatering and bridge monitoring work are ongoing.
Norr and The First Group’s interior design team have developed and completed the design of the guest’s Suites. The design is now being reviewed from an operator’s perspective.
Norr and The First Group’s interior design team have addressed our operating team’s minor comments on the concept design for the hotel corridors and common areas and reissued the drawings for their review.
Progress Updates
The shoring and piling contractor has already completed 6 piles out of the 22 piles required.
Dewatering and bridge monitoring work are ongoing.
The operator has approved the design of the guest’s suites which was developed jointly by First Group’s interior design team and the project’s architect.
The project’s architect and The First Group’s interior design team are conducting ongoing development sessions with The First Group’s operations team in relation to the various concept designs of the hotel corridors and common areas.
Progress Updates
The shoring and piling contractor has already completed 13 piles out of the 22 piles required.
Dewatering and bridge monitoring work are ongoing.
The final negotiations with the short-listed contractors for the main building work is ongoing. The awarding of the contract is expected in December 2019.
The First Group’s interior design team and the project’s architect are preparing jointly the schematic design drawings for the guest’s suites based on designs approved by The First Group’s operations team.
The project’s architect and The First Group’s interior design team have proposed two design options to The First Group’s operations team in relation to the hotel corridors and common areas for their review.
Progress Updates
The shoring and piling contractor has completed 18 piles of the 22 piles required.
Dewatering and bridge monitoring work is ongoing.
The final negotiations with the short-listed contractors for the main building work have been limited to the last two finalists. The awarding of the contract is expected in January 2020.
The First Group’s interior design team and the project’s architect have prepared 30% of the schematic design drawings for the guest’s suites based on designs approved by The First Group’s operations team.
The First Group’s operations team has confirmed the selection of one design for the hotel corridors and common areas out of the two design proposals which were submitted by the project’s architect and The First Group’s interior design team.
Progress Updates
The shoring and piling contractor has completed all of the 22 piles required.
The shoring and piling contractor has commenced with the excavation around the piles and the testing of the piles.
Dewatering and bridge monitoring work are ongoing.
The final negotiations with the short-listed contractors for the main building work have been limited to the last two finalists. The awarding of the contract is expected in February 2020.
The First Group’s interior design team and the project’s architect have prepared 70% of the schematic design drawings for the guest’s suites based on designs approved by The First Group’s operations team.
The First Group’s interior design team and the project’s architect have commenced with the preparation of the schematic design drawings of the hotel corridors and common areas based on The First Group’s operation’s team-approved design.
Progress Updates
The shoring and piling contractor has completed the excavation around the piles and the testing of the piles.
Dewatering and bridge monitoring work is ongoing.
The soil improvement works have commenced under the appointed specialized contractor. The end of April 2020 is the expected date for the completion of this task.
The main contractor for the construction of the main building's work has been appointed.
As soon as the soil improvement work finishes, the appointed main contractor will commence with his mobilization.
The project's consultant has applied to the relevant authority to obtain the final building permit.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed the schematic design drawings for the Guest's suites based on designs approved by The First Group's operations team.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed 35% of the schematic design drawings of the hotel corridors and common areas based on The First Group's operation's team-approved design.
Progress Updates
The shoring and piling contractor has completed the testing of the piles, which had been found by the project's consultant to be very much satisfactory and approved.
Dewatering and bridge monitoring work are ongoing.
The soil improvement works are ongoing and expected to be completed by the end of April 2020.
The main contractor has obtained the demarcation certificate of the plot from Dubai Municipality. The above is considered to be a prerequisite action before the commencement of the actual construction work.
The main contractor has applied for the mobilisation permits and the construction of no objection certificate (NOC).
The project's consultant has obtained the structural building permit from Dubai Municipality in the name of the appointed main contractor. This permit will enable the main contractor to commence with the construction work immediately after the completion of the soil improvement works by the end of April 2020, as stated above.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed the first set of detailed design drawings for the Guest's suites.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed 70% of the schematic design drawings of the hotel corridors and common areas based on The First Group's operation's team-approved design.
Progress Updates
Dewatering and bridge monitoring work is ongoing.
The soil improvement work is complete, as well as the required testing.
The main contractor has completed his mobilisation to the site.
The main contractor has commenced with the lift pit, and the pile cutting works.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed the final set of the detailed design drawings for the Guest's suites.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed 50% of the detailed design drawings of the hotel corridors and common areas based on The First Group's operation's team-approved design.
Progress Updates
The main contractor has completed his mobilization to the site.
The main contractor has completed the waterproofing work required for the lift pit area.
The steel reinforcement work is ongoing in the lift pit area.
The main contractor is planning the concrete pouring for the lift pit area by the middle of July 2020.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect team started to review the samples of the finishing options.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed 75% of the detailed design drawings of the hotel corridors and common areas based on The First Group's operation's team-approved design.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the lift pit area is complete.
The steel reinforcement work for the raft foundation is ongoing.
The concrete pouring of the raft foundation is expected in the 1st week of August 2020.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect team are having workshop sessions reviewing all of the samples of the finishing options.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed 85% of the detailed design drawings of the hotel corridors and common areas based on The First Group's operation's team-approved design.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the raft foundation is complete.
The steel reinforcement work for the columns of the basement is ongoing.
The concrete pouring of the ground floor's slab is expected in the 2nd week of October 2020.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect team have shortlisted the options of the finishing materials.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have completed the detailed design drawings of the hotel corridors and common areas based on The First Group's operation's team-approved design.
Progress Updates
The Dubai municipality's main building permit has been obtained.
The concrete pouring of the raft foundation is complete.
The concrete pouring of the columns of the basement is complete.
The concrete pouring of the ground floor's slab is expected to be completed on 10/11/2020.
The concrete pouring of the core wall is ongoing and has reached the 2nd podium level.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect are having workshop sessions with the operator's F&B team for the F&B outlets' design concepts.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the ground floor slab is complete.
The concrete pouring of the first and second floors’ slabs at the tower area is complete.
The third floor's slab columns at the tower area are expected to be completed by January 6, 2021.
The concrete pouring of the second floor's slab is expected to be completed on January 10, 2021.
The concrete pouring of the core wall is ongoing and has reached the 5th podium level
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have submitted the concept design brief to the F&B team for the hotel's outlets for their review.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the core wall is ongoing and has reached level 13th.
The concrete pouring of the floor's slabs at the tower area has been completed up to the 8th floor.
The 9th floor's slab columns at the tower area are complete.
The concrete pouring of the 9th floor's slab is expected to be completed on March 5th, 2021.
The concrete pouring of the podium 1st-floor slab is complete.
The concrete pouring of the 2nd podium floor's slab columns is expected to be completed on March 15th, 2021.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect are in the process of finalizing the selection of the finishing items for the Guest's room mockup.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect are exploring all the design options with the F&B's team to cover all of the operational requirements and have the best possible synergy between all departments for the best possible service and workflow.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the core wall is ongoing and has reached level 19th.
The concrete pouring of the floor's slabs at the tower area has been completed up to the 14th floor.
The 15th floor's slab columns at the tower area are complete.
The concrete pouring of the 15th-floor slab is expected to be completed on May 5th, 2021.
The concrete pouring of the podium 1st-floor slab is complete.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect have finalized selecting the finishing items for the Guest's room mockup.
The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect are in discussions with the operator and the F&B's team to review all operational requirements.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the core wall is ongoing and has reached level 25th.
The concrete pouring of the floor's slabs at the tower area has been completed up to the 20th floor.
The 21st floor's slab columns at the tower area are complete.
The concrete pouring of the 21st-floor slab is expected to be poured on the 10th of July 2021.
The concrete pouring of the podium 1st-floor slab is complete.
Based on The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect finishing materials selection, the contractor is preparing a standard and a suite guests' room as mockups for the operator's final review and approval.
TFG's operation team and the project's consultant are having regular workshop sessions exploring the best operational options for the BOH&FOH areas.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the core wall is ongoing and has reached level 30th.
The concrete pouring of the floor's slabs at the tower area has been completed up to the 26th floor.
The 27th floor's slab columns at the tower area are complete.
The concrete pouring of the 27th-floor slab is expected to be poured on the 6th of September 2021.
The concrete pouring of the podium 10th floor's slab is complete.
The MEP work is ongoing at the basement, group, and podium floors.
Based on The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect finishing materials selection, the contractor should prepare the standard and the suite guests' room as mockups for the operator's final review and approval by the 2nd week of October 2021.
TFG's operation team and the project's consultant are having regular workshop sessions exploring the best operational options for the BOH&FOH areas.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the core wall is ongoing and has reached level 40th.
The concrete pouring of the floor's slabs at the tower area has been completed up to the 38th floor.
The 39th floor's slab columns at the tower area are complete.
The concrete pouring of the 39th-floor slab is expected to be poured on the 6th of November 2021.
The MEP work is ongoing at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors.
The façade (glass) type and the color are selected.
Based on The First Group's interior design team and the project's architect finishing materials selection, the contractor completed the first stage of the standard and the suite guests' room as mockups. The rooms were inspected by the operator, the consultant interior design team, and The First Group's interior design team; a few comments were addressed to the contractor
TFG's operation team and the project's consultant are having regular workshop sessions exploring the best operational options for the BOH&FOH areas.
Progress Updates
The concrete pouring of the core wall is ongoing and has reached level 52nd.
The concrete pouring of the floor's slabs at the tower area has been completed up to the 49th floor.
The 50th floor's slab columns at the tower area are complete.
The concrete pouring of the 50th-floor slab is expected to be poured on the 5th of January 2022.
The MEP work is ongoing at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors.
The curtain wall contractor has commenced installing the frames and brackets required for the façade glass installation.
The contractor is working on the comments raised by The First Group's interior design team and the project's interior design consultant on the completed suite guests' room mockups.
The First Group's interior design team has finalized the selection of the sanitary ware, bathroom mixer, and wall and floor tiles for the suite guests' room.
Progress Updates
Concrete pouring for the core wall is ongoing and has reached Floor 62.
Concrete pouring for the tower’s floor slab is complete up to Floor 58; the 59th floor is scheduled for the 3rd of March.
The slab columns of the tower’s 59th floor are complete.
MEP work continues at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors.
Installation of the brackets required for Ciel’s glass exterior is 10% complete. The first batch of window glass will arrive by March.
The contractor is updating guestroom mockups following internal feedback.
Ciel’s design team is reviewing restaurant concepts and designs.
Progress Updates
Concrete pouring for the core wall is ongoing and has reached Floor 74.
Concrete pouring for the tower’s floor slab is complete up to Floor 70.
The slab columns of the tower’s 71st floor are complete.
Concrete pouring for the 71st-floor slab is scheduled for the 7th of May, 2022.
The MEP work (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) is ongoing at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors.
Installation of the frames and brackets required for Ciel’s glass façade is 30% complete.
The curtain wall installation is ongoing up to the 3rd floor.
The contractor fine-tuning of the guestroom mockups following feedback from The First Group’s interior design team is 50% complete.
The First Group's interior design and F&B teams are having continuous workshop sessions reviewing the F&B outlets’ design concepts and ideas.
Progress Updates
Concrete pouring for the core wall is ongoing and has reached Floor 76
Concrete pouring for the tower’s floor slab is complete up to Floor 74
The slab columns of the tower’s 75th floor are complete
Concrete pouring for the 75th-floor slab is scheduled for the 15th of July 2022
MEP work is ongoing at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors
Installation of the frames and brackets required for Ciel’s glass façade is 50% complete
The curtain wall installation is ongoing up to the 19th floor
The contractor’s amendments to guestroom mockups are 70% complete, following feedback from The First Group’s interior design team.
The First Group’s interior design and F&B teams are workshopping restaurant designs and concepts.
Progress Updates
Concrete pouring for the core wall is ongoing and has reached level 77.
The final concrete slab at level 76 is complete.
The slab columns are complete.
The contractor will soon commence with the preparation of the rooftop crown installation.
The MEP work is ongoing at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors.
Installation of the frames and brackets required for Ciel's glass façade is 65% complete.
The curtain wall installation is ongoing up to the 38th floor.
Panoramic lift steel structural installation is ongoing and has reached level 45.
Contractors are preparing the 3D visual mock-ups for the atrium’s glass façade.
The First Group’s interior design team is developing concepts for the typical lift lobby.
The mock-up guest suite is complete.
The First Group’s interior design team is workshopping the finishing details for the hotel's communal areas.
The First Group’s interior design and F&B teams are workshopping ideas for the F&B venues.
The consultant submitted the design proposal for the façade light package to The First Group's engineering team for review.
Progress Updates
Concrete pouring for the core wall is ongoing and has reached Floor 79.
The final concrete slab at Floor 76 is complete.
The columns for the slabs are complete.
The contractor has started preparation for the rooftop crown installation.
MEP work is ongoing at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors.
Installation of building façade brackets is complete up to the 71st floor.
Curtain wall installation is ongoing and complete up to the 52nd floor.
Panoramic lift steel structural installation is complete, and the contractor has started paint preparation.
The contractor has placed the order for the atrium glass based on approved visual mock-ups.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing concepts for the typical lift lobby.
The First Group’s Interior Design team and the project’s consultant are workshopping the finishing details for the hotel’s communal areas.
The First Group’s Interior Design and F&B teams are workshopping ideas and concepts for the hotel’s F&B venues.
The mock-up guest suite is complete.
The consultant submitted a design proposal for the façade light package to The First Group’s Engineering team for review.
Progress Updates
December 2022- January 2023 Updates:
Concrete pouring for the core wall is complete.
MEP work is ongoing at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors.
Installation of the building’s façade brackets is in progress and has reached Floor 73.
Installation of the curtain wall is in progress and has reached Floor 62.
Installation of the Convey System is 43% complete.
Installation of the atrium steel trusses is ongoing and has reached Floor 68.
The GRC cladding at the podium level is 20% complete.
Tiling work is ongoing and 38% complete.
The wall partitions and plastering is 95% complete.
The First Group’s Interior Design team has completed the design for the typical lift lobby.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is preparing the designs for the common areas based on the approved finishes.
The project consultant and The First Group’s Engineering team are reviewing the façade’s lighting design submitted by the lighting designer.
Progress Updates
December 2022- January 2023 Updates:
Concrete pouring for the core wall is complete.
MEP work is ongoing at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floors.
Installation of the building’s façade brackets is in progress and has reached Floor 73.
Installation of the curtain wall is in progress and has reached Floor 62.
Installation of the Convey System is 43% complete.
Installation of the atrium steel trusses is ongoing and has reached Floor 68.
The GRC cladding at the podium level is 20% complete.
Tiling work is ongoing and 38% complete.
The wall partitions and plastering is 95% complete.
The First Group’s Interior Design team has completed the design for the typical lift lobby.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is preparing the designs for the common areas based on the approved finishes.
The project consultant and The First Group’s Engineering team are reviewing the façade’s lighting design submitted by the lighting designer.
Progress Updates
February - March 2023 Updates:
MEP work at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floor is 80% complete.
Installation of the building façade brackets has reached the 72nd floor.
Installation of the curtain wall has reached the 70th floor.
The atrium curtain wall framing is 10% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 53% complete.
Installation of the atrium steel trusses is complete.
Work on the roof’s steel crown is 20% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 53% complete.
Tiling work is ongoing and 66% complete.
Guestroom shower installation at the typical floor level is 44% complete.
Wall partitioning and plastering are 97% complete.
The First Group’s interior design team is in continuous workshops to develop the designs for the typical corridors.
The First Group’s interior design team is in continuous workshops with the project consultant to develop the designs for the hotel’s common areas.
The First Group’s engineering team and the project consultant are reviewing the façade light design submitted by the specialized lighting designer.
Progress Updates
February - March 2023 Updates:
MEP work at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floor is 80% complete.
Installation of the building façade brackets has reached the 72nd floor.
Installation of the curtain wall has reached the 70th floor.
The atrium curtain wall framing is 10% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 53% complete.
Installation of the atrium steel trusses is complete.
Work on the roof’s steel crown is 20% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 53% complete.
Tiling work is ongoing and 66% complete.
Guestroom shower installation at the typical floor level is 44% complete.
Wall partitioning and plastering are 97% complete.
The First Group’s interior design team is in continuous workshops to develop the designs for the typical corridors.
The First Group’s interior design team is in continuous workshops with the project consultant to develop the designs for the hotel’s common areas.
The First Group’s engineering team and the project consultant are reviewing the façade light design submitted by the specialized lighting designer.
Progress Updates
April - May 2023 Updates:
MEP work at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floor is 82% complete.
Installation of building façade brackets has reached Level 81.
The building curtain wall installation has reached Level 75 and is 50% complete.
Convey system installation is 60% complete.
Steel structural work is 80% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 80% complete.
Tiling work is 82% complete.
Guestroom shower glass installation is 60% complete.
False ceiling installation is 70% complete.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is finalising the details for the typical corridors.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing the designs for the typical corridor carpets.
The project consultant is drafting the façade light package.
Progress Updates
April - May 2023 Updates:
MEP work at the basement, group, podium floors, and typical floor is 82% complete.
Installation of building façade brackets has reached Level 81.
The building curtain wall installation has reached Level 75 and is 50% complete.
Convey system installation is 60% complete.
Steel structural work is 80% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 80% complete.
Tiling work is 82% complete.
Guestroom shower glass installation is 60% complete.
False ceiling installation is 70% complete.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is finalising the details for the typical corridors.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing the designs for the typical corridor carpets.
The project consultant is drafting the façade light package.
Progress Updates
June - July 2023 Updates:
MEP work throughout the building is 71% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 55% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 69% complete.
Steel structural work is 97% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 85% complete.
Tiling work throughout the building is 95% complete.
Guestroom shower glass installation at the typical floor level is 69% complete.
False ceiling installation at the typical floor level is 83% complete.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing the designs for the typical floor carpet.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing the hardscape elements for the pool deck.
The project consultant is finalising the façade lighting package with the specialist.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing designs for the hotel main lobby and drop-off areas.
Progress Updates
June - July 2023 Updates:
MEP work throughout the building is 71% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 55% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 69% complete.
Steel structural work is 97% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 85% complete.
Tiling work throughout the building is 95% complete.
Guestroom shower glass installation at the typical floor level is 69% complete.
False ceiling installation at the typical floor level is 83% complete.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing the designs for the typical floor carpet.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing the hardscape elements for the pool deck.
The project consultant is finalising the façade lighting package with the specialist.
The First Group’s Interior Design team is developing designs for the hotel main lobby and drop-off areas.
Progress Updates
August - September 2023 Updates:
MEP work throughout the building is 78% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 72% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 81% complete.
Steel structural work is 100% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 95% complete.
Tiling work throughout the building is 99% complete.
Guestroom shower glass installation at the typical floor is 85% complete
False ceiling work at the typical floor is 95% complete.
Joinery work at the typical guestroom is 55% complete.
The First Group's project team is appointing the façade lighting contractor and wayfinding contractor
The hardscape and soft landscape consultant completed the presentation for the pool deck at level 11 and level 76, and the design for the drop-off area at level 01 is in progress.
The First Group’s interior design team is in continuous workshops to develop designs for the main lobby and public bathroom area.
Progress Updates
August - September 2023 Updates:
MEP work throughout the building is 78% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 72% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 81% complete.
Steel structural work is 100% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 95% complete.
Tiling work throughout the building is 99% complete.
Guestroom shower glass installation at the typical floor is 85% complete.
False ceiling work at the typical floor is 95% complete.
Joinery work at the typical guestroom is 55% complete.
The First Group's project team is appointing the façade lighting contractor and wayfinding contractor.
The hardscape and soft landscape consultant completed the presentation for the pool deck at level 11 and level 76, and the design for the drop-off area at level 01 is in progress.
The First Group’s interior design team is in continuous workshops to develop designs for the main lobby and public bathroom area.
Progress Updates
October - November 2023 Updates:
MEP (mechanical, engineering, and plumbing) work is 83.25% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 84.51% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 88.44% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 97.74% complete.
Installation of the typical floor guestroom shower glass is 90% complete.
Typical guestroom joinery work is 70% complete.
The floor finishes and partition for the typical lift lobby glass are 20% complete.
The First Group’s project team and QS consultant are finalising the guestroom furniture package.
The First Group’s project team is finalising the appointment of the façade lighting contractor.
The First Group’s project team is finalising the appointment of the wayfinding contractor.
The First Group’s project team is finalising the appointment of the BGM (background music system) contractor.
The First Group’s interior design team is finalising the design for the main lobby and public restrooms at Ground Floor, Level 11, and Level 76.
Progress Updates
October - November 2023 Updates:
MEP (mechanical, engineering, and plumbing) work is 83.25% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 84.51% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 88.44% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 97.74% complete.
Installation of the typical floor guestroom shower glass is 90% complete.
Typical guestroom joinery work is 70% complete.
The floor finishes and partition for the typical lift lobby glass are 20% complete.
The First Group’s project team and QS consultant are finalising the guestroom furniture package.
The First Group’s project team is finalising the appointment of the façade lighting contractor.
The First Group’s project team is finalising the appointment of the wayfinding contractor.
The First Group’s interior design team is finalising the design for the main lobby and public restrooms at Ground Floor, Level 11, and Level 76.
Progress Updates
December 2023 - January 2024 Updates:
MEP work throughout the building is 89% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 92% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 93% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 98% complete.
Installation of the guestroom shower at the typical floor level is 95% complete.
Guestroom door work is 90% complete.
The lift lobby glass partition and floor finishes are 70% complete.
The project consultant is reviewing the technical submission for the façade light before contractor nomination.
Landscaping work around the fountain feature and swimming pool are in progress.
The First Group Interior Design team is conducting workshops with The First Group F&B team and kitchen consultant to develop designs for the all-day dining area at levels 13 and 14.
The First Group Interior Design team is developing detailed designs for the lobby area, lift lobby, and public bathroom at level 01.
The First Group Interior Design team is developing the design for the royal suites.
Progress Updates
December 2023 - January 2024 Updates:
MEP work throughout the building is 89% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 92% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 93% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is 98% complete.
Installation of the guestroom shower at the typical floor level is 95% complete.
Guestroom door work is 90% complete.
The lift lobby glass partition and floor finishes are 70% complete.
The project consultant is reviewing the technical submission for the façade light before contractor nomination.
Landscaping work around the fountain feature and swimming pool are in progress.
The First Group Interior Design team is conducting workshops with The First Group F&B team and kitchen consultant to develop designs for the all-day dining area at levels 13 and 14.
The First Group Interior Design team is developing detailed designs for the lobby area, lift lobby, and public bathroom at level 01.
The First Group Interior Design team is developing the design for the royal suites.
Progress Updates
February 2024 - March 2024 Updates:
MEP work is ongoing and 93% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 96% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 95% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is complete.
The guestroom shower-glass installation is complete.
Guestroom door work is 95% complete.
Lift lobby glass partition and floor finishes are 92% complete.
The project consultant is in workshops with the façade lighting consultant and supplier to clarify technical points before nomination.
The landscaping, project fountain, and swimming pool work are 60% complete.
MEP work throughout the building is 93% complete.
The First Group Interior Design team conducted workshops with The First Group F&B team and kitchen consultant to develop designs for the all-day dining area at levels 13 and 14.
The First Group Interior Design team is developing detailed designs for the lobby, prayer room, and public bathroom at levels 01, 11, and 76.
The First Group Interior Design team is developing detailed designs for the typical guest corridor.
Progress Updates
February 2024 - March 2024 Updates:
MEP work is ongoing and 93% complete.
Installation of the building curtain wall is 96% complete.
Installation of the convey system is 95% complete.
GRC cladding at the podium level is complete.
The guestroom shower-glass installation is complete.
Guestroom door work is 95% complete.
Lift lobby glass partition and floor finishes are 92% complete.
The project consultant is in workshops with the façade lighting consultant and supplier to clarify technical points before nomination.
The landscaping, project fountain, and swimming pool work are 60% complete.
MEP work throughout the building is 93% complete.
The First Group Interior Design team conducted workshops with The First Group F&B team and kitchen consultant to develop designs for the all-day dining area at levels 13 and 14.
The First Group Interior Design team is developing detailed designs for the lobby, prayer room, and public bathroom at levels 01, 11, and 76.
The First Group Interior Design team is developing detailed designs for the typical guest corridor.
Progress Updates
April 2024 - May 2024 Updates:
MEP work throughout the building is 95% complete.
The installation of the building’s external curtain wall is 99% complete.
The installation of the conveying system is 97% complete.
Installation of the guestroom shower glass is complete.
Guestroom door installations are complete.
The lift lobby glass partition and floor finishes are 98% complete.
The landscaping, fountain area, and swimming pool are 70% complete.
The First Group’s project team is finalising the appointment of the building façade lighting specialist.
DCD has approved the breaching inlet inspection, and a certificate was issued.
DEWA team is conducting workshops to complete the HV cable pulling and substation energising.
The RTA consultant obtained the NOC for the external paving design, and the specialist subcontractor applied for the construction NOC.
The First Group’s interior design team is conducting workshops with the F&B team and kitchen consultant to develop the design for the all-day dining area at levels 13 and 14.
The First Group’s interior design team is working on the detailed designs for the main lobby, prayer room, and public bathroom at levels 01, 11, and 76.
The First Group’s interior design team is working on the detailed designs for the typical guest corridor and lift lobby.
Progress Updates
April 2024 - May 2024 Updates:
MEP work throughout the building is 95% complete.
The installation of the building’s external curtain wall is 99% complete.
The installation of the conveying system is 97% complete.
Installation of the guestroom shower glass is complete.
Guestroom door installations are complete.
The lift lobby glass partition and floor finishes are 98% complete.
The landscaping, fountain area, and swimming pool are 70% complete.
The First Group’s project team is finalising the appointment of the building façade lighting specialist.
DCD has approved the breaching inlet inspection, and a certificate was issued.
DEWA team is conducting workshops to complete the HV cable pulling and substation energising.
The RTA consultant obtained the NOC for the external paving design, and the specialist subcontractor applied for the construction NOC.
The First Group’s interior design team is conducting workshops with the F&B team and kitchen consultant to develop the design for the all-day dining area at levels 13 and 14.
The First Group’s interior design team is working on the detailed designs for the main lobby, prayer room, and public bathroom at levels 01, 11, and 76.
The First Group’s interior design team is working on the detailed designs for the typical guest corridor and lift lobby.
Progress Updates
June - July 2024 Updates:
The project consultant and contractor have submitted the BCC application and are currently attending to all comments before re-inspection.
MEP activities for T&C and balancing are ongoing, alongside addressing BCC comments on the building.
Curtain wall installation is completed, and specialists are replacing damaged and broken panels.
The convey system installation is completed, and authority comments are being attended to.
Lift lobby glass partition and floor finishes have reached 100% completion.
Fountain and swimming pool work are 85% complete as part of the landscape project.
The First Group has appointed the building's façade light supplier.
The DEWA substation has been energized, and the building is now supplied with power.
The external paving contractor has obtained the construction NOC, and work has commenced on-site.
The guest room furniture contractor has been appointed.
The guest room decorative lights package has been selected, and the order is being processed.
Continuous workshops involving the project consultant, contractor, and specialists are ongoing to resolve infrastructure service clashes with the building's service road.
The First Group's interior team is in continuous workshops with F&B and kitchen consultants to develop the design for the all-day dining on levels 13 and 14.
The First Group's interior team has completed the main lobby design, which is under review by all stakeholders.
The First Group's interior team has completed enhancement designs for the typical corridors.
The First Group's interior and project teams are in continuous workshops with the hotel operator and F&B team to develop the drop area and leisure deck design on level 11.
Progress Updates
June - July 2024 Updates:
The project consultant and contractor have submitted the BCC application and are currently attending to all comments before re-inspection.
MEP activities for T&C and balancing are ongoing, alongside addressing BCC comments on the building.
Curtain wall installation is completed, and specialists are replacing damaged and broken panels.
The convey system installation is completed, and authority comments are being attended to.
Lift lobby glass partition and floor finishes have reached 100% completion.
Fountain and swimming pool work are 85% complete as part of the landscape project.
The First Group has appointed the building's façade light supplier.
The DEWA substation has been energized, and the building is now supplied with power.
The external paving contractor has obtained the construction NOC, and work has commenced on-site.
The guest room furniture contractor has been appointed.
The guest room decorative lights package has been selected, and the order is being processed.
Continuous workshops involving the project consultant, contractor, and specialists are ongoing to resolve infrastructure service clashes with the building's service road.
The First Group's interior team is in continuous workshops with F&B and kitchen consultants to develop the design for the all-day dining on levels 13 and 14.
The First Group's interior team has completed the main lobby design, which is under review by all stakeholders.
The First Group's interior team has completed enhancement designs for the typical corridors.
The First Group's interior and project teams are in continuous workshops with the hotel operator and F&B team to develop the drop area and leisure deck design on level 11.
Progress Updates
August - September 2024 Updates:
The project consultant and contractor have submitted the BCC application and are in the final stage of obtaining the certificate.
MEP activities for T&C and balancing are ongoing.
Curtain wall installation is complete, and specialists are replacing damaged panels.
The conveyor system installation is complete.
Hardscape project fountain and swimming pool work are complete.
External paving and project entry/exit work are complete.
The guest room furniture contractor is on-site conducting surveys and material procurement.
External infrastructure clashes have been resolved, with specialist contractors competing for the job.
Ongoing workshops between The First Group's team and the hotel operator address outstanding comments.
Ongoing workshops between The First Group's interior team, F&B consultants, and kitchen consultants are developing the design for the All-Day Dining on levels 13 and 14.
The First Group's interior team has completed the main lobby design and presented it for tendering.
Enhancement design for typical corridors has been completed by The First Group's interior team.
Ongoing workshops between The First Group's interior and project teams, the hotel operator, and the F&B team are developing the drop area and leisure deck design on level 11.
Progress Updates
August - September 2024 Updates:
The project consultant and contractor have submitted the BCC application and are in the final stage of obtaining the certificate.
MEP activities for T&C and balancing are ongoing.
Curtain wall installation is complete, and specialists are replacing damaged panels.
The conveyor system installation is complete.
Hardscape project fountain and swimming pool work are complete.
External paving and project entry/exit work are complete.
The guest room furniture contractor is on-site conducting surveys and material procurement.
External infrastructure clashes have been resolved, with specialist contractors competing for the job.
Ongoing workshops between The First Group's team and the hotel operator address outstanding comments.
Ongoing workshops between The First Group's interior team, F&B consultants, and kitchen consultants are developing the design for the All-Day Dining on levels 13 and 14.
The First Group's interior team has completed the main lobby design and presented it for tendering.
Enhancement design for typical corridors has been completed by The First Group's interior team.
Ongoing workshops between The First Group's interior and project teams, the hotel operator, and the F&B team are developing the drop area and leisure deck design on level 11.
Progress Updates
October - November 2024 Updates:
The Building Completion Certificate (BCC) has been obtained from the authorities.
MEP activities for T&C and balancing are ongoing.
The building contractor has started final paint touch-ups and is handing over rooms to the furniture company.
External curtain wall installation is complete, specialists are replacing damaged panels.
Guest room furniture fabrication and installation have started on-site.
The First Group’s project team is holding workshops with the hotel operator team to address comments.
The typical corridor carpet order has been finalized and is being processed.
The First Group’s interior team has completed designs for the main lobby, Level 11 (leisure deck), and Level 13 (ADD). The tendering process has commenced.
The interior team is collaborating with the F&B kitchen consultant to finalize designs for Levels 14, 15, and 16 (ADD, VIP lounge, and meeting room).
The interior team is working with the hotel operator to finalize designs for level 61 (Gym and Spa).
Progress Updates
October - November 2024 Updates:
The Building Completion Certificate (BCC) has been obtained from the authorities.
MEP activities for T&C and balancing are ongoing.
The building contractor has started final paint touch-ups and is handing over rooms to the furniture company.
External curtain wall installation is complete, specialists are replacing damaged panels.
Guest room furniture fabrication and installation have started on-site.
The First Group’s project team is holding workshops with the hotel operator team to address comments.
The typical corridor carpet order has been finalized and is being processed.
The First Group’s interior team has completed designs for the main lobby, Level 11 (leisure deck), and Level 13 (ADD). The tendering process has commenced.
The interior team is collaborating with the F&B kitchen consultant to finalize designs for Levels 14, 15, and 16 (ADD, VIP lounge, and meeting room).
The interior team is working with the hotel operator to finalize designs for level 61 (Gym and Spa).
Progress Updates
December 2024 - January 2025 Updates:
• MEP activities for T&C and balancing are in progress.
• The building contractor has started handing over guest rooms, followed by furniture installation.
• Guest room furniture assembly is in progress.
• The building consultant has begun snagging work for guest rooms.
• Guest room furniture fabrication and installation have commenced on-site.
• Ongoing workshops between the TFG project team and the hotel operator address outstanding comments.
• The fit-out contractor for the main lobby has been appointed.
• Fit-out contractors for All-Day Dining (Level 13) have been appointed.
• Tender evaluation is in progress for the fit-out of Level 11 (leisure deck) and Level 14 (second restaurant).
• Ongoing workshops between The First Group's interior team and the hotel operator are developing the interior design for the promenade lobby, ground-floor reception, Level 15 offices and meeting rooms, Level 16 VIP lounge and kids play area, and Level 61 gym and spa.
Progress Updates
December 2024 - January 2025 Updates:
• MEP activities for T&C and balancing are in progress.
• The building contractor has started handing over guest rooms, followed by furniture installation.
• Guest room furniture assembly is in progress.
• The building consultant has begun snagging work for guest rooms.
• Guest room furniture fabrication and installation have commenced on-site.
• Ongoing workshops between the TFG project team and the hotel operator address outstanding comments.
• The fit-out contractor for the main lobby has been appointed.
• Fit-out contractors for All-Day Dining (Level 13) have been appointed.
• Tender evaluation is in progress for the fit-out of Level 11 (leisure deck) and Level 14 (second restaurant).
• Ongoing workshops between The First Group's interior team and the hotel operator are developing the interior design for the promenade lobby, ground-floor reception, Level 15 offices and meeting rooms, Level 16 VIP lounge and kids play area, and Level 61 gym and spa.
Progress Updates
February - March 2025 Updates:
• MEP testing and commissioning are ongoing.
• Consultant snagging has reached Level 39.
• Guest room furniture installation has progressed to Level 34.
• The contractor is installing the building façade lighting.
• Lobby fit-out works have commenced, with 20% progress achieved.
• Fit-out works for the All-Day Dining and the Level 14 restaurant are underway.
• The Level 11 leisure deck fit-out contractor has been appointed.
• Negotiations for the GF promenade lobby fit-out contractor are in the final stages.
• The First Group project and hotel operator teams are conducting regular workshops to address feedback.
• The interior design team is collaborating with the hotel operator to develop interiors for:
• Level 61 – Gym and spa
• Level 15 – Offices and meeting rooms
• Level 16 – VIP lounge and kids’ play area
Progress Updates
February - March 2025 Updates:
• MEP testing and commissioning are ongoing.
• Consultant snagging has reached Level 39.
• Guest room furniture installation has progressed to Level 34.
• The contractor is installing the building façade lighting.
• Lobby fit-out works have commenced, with 20% progress achieved.
• Fit-out works for the All-Day Dining and the Level 14 restaurant are underway.
• The Level 11 leisure deck fit-out contractor has been appointed.
• Negotiations for the GF promenade lobby fit-out contractor are in the final stages.
• The First Group project and hotel operator teams are conducting regular workshops to address feedback.
• The interior design team is collaborating with the hotel operator to develop interiors for:
• Level 61 – Gym and spa
• Level 15 – Offices and meeting rooms
• Level 16 – VIP lounge and kids’ play area
Progress Updates
April - May 2025 Updates:
• MEP testing and commissioning are ongoing.
• Consultant snagging has reached Level 65.
• Guest room furniture installation has progressed to Level 58, with over 45% completed.
• The contractor is installing the building façade lighting.
• Lobby fit-out works have progressed to 65% completion.
• Fit-out works for All-Day Dining on Level 13 have reached 50%.
• Fit-out works for All-Day Dining on Level 14 have reached 35%.
• Leisure deck fit-out on Level 11 has commenced, with 40% progress achieved.
• Fit-out contractors for Levels 15 and 61 (offices and meeting rooms) have been appointed, and works have commenced.
• The First Group Commercial Team is finalizing the appointment of the gym fit-out contractor.
• Fit-out for the ground floor promenade lobby has commenced, with 10% progress achieved.
• The First Group project and hotel operator teams are conducting regular workshops to address feedback.
Progress Updates
April - May 2025 Updates:
• MEP testing and commissioning are ongoing.
• Consultant snagging has reached Level 65.
• Guest room furniture installation has progressed to Level 58, with over 45% completed.
• The contractor is installing the building façade lighting.
• Lobby fit-out works have progressed to 65% completion.
• Fit-out works for All-Day Dining on Level 13 have reached 50%.
• Fit-out works for All-Day Dining on Level 14 have reached 35%.
• Leisure deck fit-out on Level 11 has commenced, with 40% progress achieved.
• Fit-out contractors for Levels 15 and 61 (offices and meeting rooms) have been appointed, and works have commenced.
• The First Group Commercial Team is finalizing the appointment of the gym fit-out contractor.
• Fit-out for the ground floor promenade lobby has commenced, with 10% progress achieved.
• The First Group project and hotel operator teams are conducting regular workshops to address feedback.
Progress Updates
June - July 2025 Updates:
• MEP testing and commissioning are progressing throughout the building.
• The hotel operations team has begun preparing floors for the final operational stage.
• Final checks of guest room and server connectivity have commenced.
• Commercial kitchen equipment delivery and assembly is in progress, with 60% completed.
• Guest room snagging and de-snagging activities are in progress and have reached Level 68.
• Guest room furniture assembly and installation has reached Level 68, with 83% completed.
• Building façade lighting installation is complete and is now in the testing and commissioning stage.
• Carpet installation in typical guest corridors has reached Level 68, with 85% completed.
• Wallpaper installation in typical guest corridors has reached Level 67, with 80% completed.
• Artwork installation in guest lift lobbies and corridors has reached Level 56, with 60% completed.
• Main lobby fit-out work is in progress, with 90% completed.
• Fit-out work for the All-Day Dining restaurant on Level 13 is in progress, with 80% completed.
• Fit-out work for the All-Day Dining restaurant on Level 14 is in progress, with 80% completed.
• Leisure deck fit-out work at Level 11 is in progress, with 90% completed.
• Fit-out work for offices and meeting rooms at Level 15 is in progress, with 50% completed.
• Fit-out work for the VIP Lounge at Level is in progress, with 45% completed.
• Gym fit-out work at Level 61 has commenced and is in progress, with 20% completed.
• Promenade lift lobby fit-out work is in progress, with 80% completed.
Progress Updates
June - July 2025 Updates:
• MEP testing and commissioning are progressing throughout the building.
• The hotel operations team has begun preparing floors for the final operational stage.
• Final checks of guest room and server connectivity have commenced.
• Commercial kitchen equipment delivery and assembly is in progress, with 60% completed.
• Guest room snagging and de-snagging activities are in progress and have reached Level 68.
• Guest room furniture assembly and installation has reached Level 68, with 83% completed.
• Building façade lighting installation is complete and is now in the testing and commissioning stage.
• Carpet installation in typical guest corridors has reached Level 68, with 85% completed.
• Wallpaper installation in typical guest corridors has reached Level 67, with 80% completed.
• Artwork installation in guest lift lobbies and corridors has reached Level 56, with 60% completed.
• Main lobby fit-out work is in progress, with 90% completed.
• Fit-out work for the All-Day Dining restaurant on Level 13 is in progress, with 80% completed.
• Fit-out work for the All-Day Dining restaurant on Level 14 is in progress, with 80% completed.
• Leisure deck fit-out work at Level 11 is in progress, with 90% completed.
• Fit-out work for offices and meeting rooms at Level 15 is in progress, with 50% completed.
• Fit-out work for the VIP Lounge at Level is in progress, with 45% completed.
• Gym fit-out work at Level 61 has commenced and is in progress, with 20% completed.
• Promenade lift lobby fit-out work is in progress, with 80% completed.
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