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.