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Arada awards Gulf Asia Damac awards $241mln main works contract

Contracting $129.5 million contract for Cavalli Tower

Arada has awarded a major contract to build the four for this complex’s branded residences and serviced
buildings in the Vida Aljada hotel complex, which is apartments, and we look forward to bringing the style, Leading Dubai developer Damac Properties has our primary contractor to assist in building a truly iconic
located at the Aljada megaproject in Sharjah. experiences and quality for which the Vida brand is awarded main works contract worth AED886 million building that embodies sophistication and elegance.»
The contract will result in the construction of the well known to Aljada.” ($241 million) to China State Construction Engineering «We are very pleased with the progress we’ve made
175-room Vida Aljada hotel, as well as 255 branded Set in the heart of the AED24 billion Aljada master Corporation for its 71-storey Cavalli Tower. thus far in bringing this landmark project into fruition.
residences and 149 branded serviced apartments, all community, the Vida Aljada complex is superbly The contract was awarded by Damac to finalise With construction works steadily progressing,
of which are based in Aljada’s cultural district. located along a lush green tree-lined boulevard that main works construction of the luxurious high-end Cavalli Tower is shaping up beautifully and will be
Valued at AED475 million, the contract to build the contains multiple shopping and dining experiences. residential tower in Dubai Marina, said a statement among Damac Properties iconic branded residences
four buildings was awarded to Gulf Asia Contracting The four buildings form part of Naseej District, a new from Damac. additions,» observed Tahaineh.
Company LLC (GAC), a Dubai-based contractor with cultural neighbourhood that also contains a world- The enabling works for Cavalli Tower were completed According to Damac, the Cavalli-branded tower has
extensive civil and industrial construction experience class museum and makers’ district. by the National Piling Corporation (NPC) and the been met with great interest due to its dazzling floor
across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Work on the The Vida Aljada hotel and Vida Residences Aljada company’s piling and excavation works were finished plan and super luxury amenities.
Vida Aljada complex will begin immediately and is buildings focus on bold, modern social spaces in in December 2022. The design of the tower was the brainchild of award-
scheduled to take 30 months. line with their sister properties in Dubai and the Vida On completion, Cavalli Tower will feature premiere winning architect Shaun Killa, who also designed the
Owned and developed by Arada and operated by Vida Hotels and Resorts brand. Apartments are fitted interior designs by renowned Italian fashion house captivating Museum of the Future in Dubai, it stated.
Hotels & Resorts, the Vida Aljada is the first of three with smart home features, a standard in all Vida Roberto Cavalli and views of the Palm Jumeriah. Damac and China State Construction Engineering
Emaar Hospitality properties that will be built at Aljada, Residences, alongside warm and simple designs with Cavalli Tower, which has a development value of AED2 Corporation have previously worked together with the
which include The Address Aljada and Rove Aljada. immaculate finishes. Each building is typified by the billion, features 436 units divided into three sections. latter being named as the primary contractor for Damac
Ahmed Alkhoshaibi, Group CEO of Arada, said, entrance lobby, a cosy and comfortable environment The first section is considered luxury, the middle Aykon City located on Sheikh Zayed Road, it added
“We are confident that Vida Aljada and the further that encourages creativity and connection online section offers upper luxury units, and the top floors
properties we are building in partnership with Emaar and offline. provide super luxury features and finishes within its
Hospitality will set a new benchmark for hospitality Spread over a 24 million square foot area, Aljada is units, stated the Dubai developer.
in Sharjah, significantly strengthening the tourism Sharjah’s largest ever project and a transformational According to Damac, the tower’s luxury and upper
sector and adding value to the local economy. destination for the emirate. Aljada contains numerous luxury sections will have access to a private sky pool
“This is a major step forward in our mission to provide residential districts, as well as extensive retail, and sky gardens, while the super luxury category
a world-class lifestyle and facilities for residents and hospitality, entertainment, sporting, educational, features an exclusive infinity pool, a cigar lounge and
visitors to the Emirate’s most exciting new destination. healthcare components and a business park, all set a private pavilion where residents can host their own
We have already witnessed extremely strong demand within a green urban master plan. private dinner parties.
All units — whether a 2-bedroom apartment or a
5-bedroom duplex — will feature high ceilings and sea
vistas from the unit’s balcony. Other distinct features
of Cavalli tower include a four-storey-high lobby, a
Malibu Bay-inspired beach pool in the gardens and
bespoke services such as 24-hour butler service, a
la carte housekeeping service and more, stated the
developer.
In addition, every home in the super-luxury category
will boast its own private pool or jacuzzi, it added.
Announcing the contract award, Mohammed Tahaineh,
General Manager of Projects, said: «Following a
rigorous selection process, we are proud to appoint
China State Construction Engineering Corporation as

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