Smart Home: Future of Real Estate in UAE
February 9, 2012 · Comments Off
Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2012 to showcase brand new Smart Home applications
Etisalat is one of the first telecommunication companies to provide Smart Home solutions in the region
Smart Home technology is deployed as standard across the Al Reem Island Project in Abu Dhabi, which is the first ‘smart community’ in the UAE.
In 2012, during the Cityscape Abu Dhabi, UT Technology, a subsidiary of Etisalat will showcase a model smart home which was designed for Al Reem Island. Evenutally Al Reem Island will contain more than 300 smart buildings. Read more
Working on the 139th floor of Burj Khalifa
November 29, 2011 · Comments Off
For many of us “At the Top”, the 124th floor of the world’s tallest building – Burj Khalifa, it is the highest point we can reach by walking and riding in an incredibly fast elevator. Now we are not talking about Tom Cruise, because his name usually appears in the headlines along the ”Mission Impossible” actions and series.
For the general public, the observation desk on the 124th floor of the tallest building in the world is easy accessible and everyone can experience the high life and even mix with superstars. Just recently, Eva Longoria, Kim Kardashian and the famous composer Yanni have enjoyed the stunning views of Dubai while tweeting from the observation desk of Burj Khalifa. Read more
Marble Design Wonders: Three Dimensions Arabesque Walls
November 1, 2011 · Comments Off
INDEX, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest and longest established Interiors and DesignExhibition, concluded last week in Dubai on a high note, with exhibitors and visitors expressing satisfaction with the superb standards of participant’s showcases.
Many new and innovative interior decoration concepts were on display, but the one that attracted an exceptionally large number of visitors belongs to the Sharja based Rasheed Al Hallak Marble Cutting & Scratch SHJ (RHM). The company has developed a brand new arabesque design wall cladding in three dimensions. The unique blend of marble, stone and crystal gold epoxy literary transforms walls into artworks. The elegant wall panels are most suitable for outdoor and indoor decoration of high-end residential properties, luxury hotels, retail and leisure outlets.
Generally, it takes a minimum of thirty days to complete a single wall, but the timeframe can vary depending on the size of the project.
Rasheed Hallak Marble’s exhibition boot was designed by the company’s interior and marble design department manager Miss Tannaz Shoaei Rad and it is one of the first projects of the company employing the new technology. Miss Rad has graduated from the Tehran University of Fine Arts Rassam Honar and later received professional diploma in interior design accredited by Edexcel, UK. Read more
Contemporary Design wins traditional Majlis Competition
October 24, 2011 · Comments Off
- Sinmar Al-Said wins Contemporary Majlis Design Competition at INDEX 2011
- Competition designs showcase the future of the traditional Arabic space
The winner of the third annual Contemporary Majlis Competition was announced today at INDEX, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest and longest established Interiors and Design Exhibition in Dubai. Sinmar Al-Said of Internal Line Interior Design took first place in the competition beating five other finalists, all tasked with designing a traditional Majlis with a modern cutting edge and innovative design.
Marble design expert optimistic ahead of INDEX
October 17, 2011 · Comments Off
INDEX, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest and longest established Interiors and Design Exhibition, is the most popular platform for interior industry members to showcase their products and services. The event serves as an opportunity for participants to meet and discuss the future of design in the region.
As during the past ten years, the only marble design company participating in the exhibition is the Sharja-based Rasheed Al Hallak Marble Cutting & Scratch SHJ (RHM). The company specializes in marble design and manufacturing, supplying and fixing of marble tiles, decorative marbles and stone blocks.
The owner, Mr. Rasheed Hallak, spoke to Dubai Chronicle right ahead of the exhibition. He said: “Our highly qualified specialized staff can transform cold blocks of stone into warm, shapely and inspiring work of arts, that are objects of envy to the eye. We are known as one of the leading suppliers of marble tiles, fountains, columns, fireplaces, balustrades, handrails, table bases and table lamps. We are fully equipped for virtually all kinds marble design, from hand engraving to artistic works with stones. Some of the most prestigious jobs in the UAE were conducted by us, and we take real pride in the outcome!” Read more
First ‘Festival of Interior Design’ to be held in October
September 19, 2011 · Comments Off
The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (Dubai Events), an agency under the Department of Economic Development, has announced its partnership with the Association of Professional Interior Designers (APID), an organization representing professional interior designers in the Gulf region, for the first ‘Festival of Interior Design’ (FoID), which will be held from October 22 to 25, 2011, across Dubai. The partnership will pave the way for stronger participation from the retail sector, which is being highly encouraged to organize workshops, offer interior design consultations, festival discounts, themed window displays and usage of the FoID logo and branding during the festival. Read more
Emirates Green Building Council opens new ‘green’ office
September 16, 2011 · Comments Off
- Opening of new office in Al Joud Centre on Sheikh Zayed Road also coincides with Green Buildings Week to be held from September 21
- To announce Student Research Award and EmiratesGBC Award for green buildings in the UAE
- EmiratesGBC honours five organisations for significant contribution to EmiratesGBC
Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an organisation aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices in the UAE, today, opened its new office in Al Joud Centre on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai.
Dr Elissar Sarrouh, United Nations Resident Co-ordinator and United Nations Development Programme Resident Representative opened the new office. At the ceremony, EmiratesGBC honoured five organisations that have made commendable contribution to EmiratesGBC. The council also announced the introduction of two new awards – a Student Research Award of AED 5,000 and the EmiratesGBC Award for Best Green Buildings in the UAE. Read more
INDEX to host third annual Contemporary Majlis Competition
August 29, 2011 · Comments Off
- Six finalists selected from over 60 designers across the globe
- Designs to showcase the future of the traditional Arabic space
- Winner to be announced on the first day of INDEX 2011
The Contemporary Majlis Competition will run for the third consecutive time at this year’s INDEX Exhibition, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest and longest established Interiors and Design Exhibition, from October 22-25, 2011. This year’s competition will feature six leading Middle East interior designers who will be tasked with designing a contemporary Majlis, showcasing their vision of the traditional Arabic space with a modern cutting edge and innovative design.
This year’s six finalist designers include Sinmar Al-Said of Internal Line Interior Design, Ghandour El Habre of Khatib & Alami, Mimi Shakshashir of o’de rose, Carrie Das of AHK International, Basak Yuksel of PF Emirates Interiors and Sven Mueller of SVEN M. Read more
Exclusive images of Palazzo Versace Dubai Interiors released
June 14, 2011 · Comments Off
Emirates Sunland Group, the joint venture developers of Palazzo Versace Dubai, and Versace has unveiled the first “fully dressed” and completed condominium residence as its showcase residence on site. The palatial 4,732 sqft (440 sqm) condominium, showcases for the very first time the new range of bespoke Versace designed furniture, fabrics and colour schemes, created exclusively for the Palazzo Versace Dubai resort. The showcase residence provides a unique insight into the fashion inspired Palazzo Versace Dubai Hotel and resort scheduled to open early 2012.
The new Palazzo Versace Dubai residence is designed around a majestic grand reception room and entertaining spaces, a series of private terraces, complete with four lavish bedroom suites and a kitchen/breakfast room, all finished with the world’s finest Versace designed mosaics, marble flooring, design motifs and bespoke furniture, fabrics and accessories.
Today, images of the interiors have been released exclusively to DubaiChronicle.com. Please click on the links below to review it:
Burj Khalifa LEGO Architecture series launch
May 25, 2011 · Comments Off
Emaar Properties has joined hands with the LEGO® Group to unveil the Architecture Series model of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. The unveiling celebrates the launch of the Burj Khalifa as a set in the LEGO Architecture series.
To mark the retail launch on May 25, 2011 exclusively at At the Top, Burj Khalifa retail store until its global launch later, a model of Burj Khalifa constructed using the LEGO Architecture Series will be displayed at the Star Atrium in The Dubai Mall until May 29, 2011.
The Burj Khalifa model joins the prestigious line-up of the LEGO® Architecture collection and has been designed by Adam Reed Tucker, a renowned architect and one of the 13 LEGO-certified professionals.
The LEGO Architecture Series of Burj Khalifa celebrates the extraordinary union of art, engineering, and meticulous craftsmanship that defines the world’s tallest building. Read more
