Philippe Starck's exclusive ME project set to shape future of design culture.

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11 Feb 2008

Galadari Investment Office (GIO), the dedicated real-estate division of GALVEST, has broken ground on its signature project G Tower, the first branded residential tower in the region. Located in Dubai’s prestigious 20 million square feet City of Arabia Project, G Tower epitomises revolutionary architectural and interior design.

The 45 storey tower set for completion by 2010, has been designed by international architectural icon Alex Vacha and consultants P&T Group – whose projects include the entire City of Arabia Masterplan and 90% of the skyscrapers in Hong Kong - with interiors designed by multi-design award winner Philippe Starck and his company YOO.

Mustafa Galadari, Rashid A.W. Galadari and Ilyas Galadari.

Speaking at the groundbreaking, GIO Chairman Rashid A.W. Galadari said: “We have aligned with world-class international companies to ensure that we create a solid foundation on which to realise the GIO vision of working exclusively with internationally renowned designers to create future-proof investment opportunities through unique projects.

“GIO has developed a project that focuses on a high-end design culture, utilising only the best brands and materials, which is another step toward redefining the concept of luxury and style in the Middle East. The entire project represents the company’s ethos of setting new design benchmarks in the region. Floor to ceiling glazing and vaulted ceilings are just two features of his input. Each element of the project is a work of art with Starck’s signature design style evident throughout.”

Contractor Belhasa Engineering commented that G Tower is on track for completion in 2010. The project is being managed by De Leeuw Middle East, a South African firm with over 100 years in the industry.

G Tower will rise to 280 metres with a usable Gross Floor Area (GFA) of more than 640,000 square feet housing modern facilities such as communal sky decks, swimming pools, gym, library and business centre.