Scheduled
to open in 2009, Al Yaquob Tower
is intended to be one of the most
compelling structures in the future
landscape of Dubai. The 330 metres,
70 storey edifice will mark the
group's first foray into the high-stakes
skyscraper segment.
The tower distinguishing feature
is a clock that will crown the tower
and it is set to one of the tallest
building in the UAE. This will make
it the highest clock in the Middle
East and the World.
Al Yaquob Tower will be home to
hotel apartments, offices,restaurants,
retail establishments,and leisure
facilities. Amenities include two
swimming pools, four health clubs,
saunas, steam rooms, and a gymnasium
hall. There will be a twelve-storey
parking lot behind the tower, with
a holding capacity of up to 360
cars.
The residential areas will consist
of 56 studios, 85 one-bedroom units,
74 two bedroom units, 64 three-bedroom
units and 4-three bedroom duplexes.
An International hospitality chain
will run the hotel apartments.
