Nearby
is the municipality building, which manages to convey an impression
of cool shade through the use of water and screens.
The new headquarters of the National Bank of Dubai produces
a shimmering reflection of the Creek through its striking use
of polished steel and glass. This is also the DTCM’shead
office in Dubai. Providing an impressive sight along the
Creek near the dhow wharf is a group of distinctive modern
buildings which include the Etisalat Tower, the Department
Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the National Bank of Dubai
Headquarters, Dubai Creek Tower and Twin Towers.
Topped by telecommunications dome resembling a giant globe,
the Etisalat Tower is particularly striking when illuminated
at night. The Department of Economic Development is a five-storey
building with delicately designed window screens and massive
decorated main doors.
By contrast, the neighboring Dubai Chamber of Commerce and
Industry tower is a dramatic blue glass-faced structure, a
symbol of the emirate’s prosperity and forward vision.
Nearby is the Municipality Building, which manages to convey
an impression of cool shade through the clever use of water
and screens. Most striking though is the headquarters of the
National Bank of Dubai building. Home to the Department of
Tourism and Commerce Marketing Head Office, the building’s
polished steel and glass exterior produces a shimmering reflection
of the Creek on its curved façade. This eye-catching
building, designed by Carlos Ott, architect of the Bastille
Opera House in Paris, is at its most spectacular at sunset. |
