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For architecture aficionados, Dubai should be top on your list of cities of the world to visit! With the World Expo 2020, today you should be planning your trip and securing your reservations while many properties are still affordable!
The sand is the canvass that over a short thirty year period, the vision of its leaders has combined the art and science of modern engineering and design. Burj Khalifa symbolizes the aesthetic unison of many cultures – from Arabia and the rest of the world.
It is more than just the world's tallest building; it is an unprecedented example of international cooperation, symbolic beacon of progress and an emblem of the new, dynamic and prosperous Middle East.
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Foundation initial challenge would be built on sand and underneath not have the luxury of granite or rock. The design based on the regional Spider Lily – would be the concept that structurally would make this structure sound. Design attributed to Adrian Smith.
They would have to pour the concrete mixture at night and set with ice due to the soaring hot temperatures during the day.
The amount of concrete poured equal to weight of 100,000 elephants
Side piles built on the Spider Lily three “wings” structure would give the structure support
Height 828 meters or 2716.5 feet high
2909 steps to 160th floor – then there are ladders to climb to the very top
22 million man hours to build
“curtain wall” of special glass that can reflect infrared and UV rays. 24,000 panels cost of over $2000 per panel - $48million just for the glass
Built to withstand hurricane forced winds
Balconies have special entrance alarm to advise if the balcony not able to visit.
6 years of construction
Outside gardens irrigated with water collected through the towers condensation collection system
Opened January 4, 2023
Already in getting ready for the World Expo 2020 another archetectural project that will actually surpass the Burj Khalifa in height (shh!) is already in the works!
In closing we pay tribute to the true visionaries in today's world who are inspired by man's creation and genius as these men continue to plant the seed for today's artist to fulfill.
“Burj Khalifa goes beyond its imposing physical specifications. In Burj Khalifa, we see the triumph of Dubai’s vision of attaining the seemingly impossible and setting new benchmarks. It is a source of inspiration for every one of us in Emaar. The project is a declaration of the emirate’s capabilities and of the resolve of its leaders and people to work hand in hand on truly awe-inspiring projects.”
“Emaar had but one inspiration, the unflagging enthusiasm set in motion by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, who inspires us to reach for the stars.”
Mr Mohamed Alabbar
Happy Travels!
April 15, 2023
