W Dubai - Mina Seyahi, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 2022

Architects: Aedas
Lead Designer: Ignacio Gomez
General Contractor: Dubai Contracting Company PSC.
Client: Wasl Properties
Photographers: Aedas and W Dubai – Mina Seyahi

Mina Seyahi is a 5-star beachfront resort and an extension to the existing Le Meridien. The design pays homage to Al Khous (weaving palm fronds), one of the oldest professionals still practiced in coastal regions of the United Arab Emirates. Inspired by the city’s strong relationship with the sea, and by local craftsmanship of boat-building fused with biomimicry, the tower is designed with a rich seafaring history of pearling, fishing, and boat-building, seeking to honor the city’s love of the ocean in a reimagined lavish retreat. The design redefines the notion of place-making in a tourist area that includes the heritage and luxury future in an architectural manifestation. The tower places guests close to various highlights of the city, including Dubai Marina and JBR Walk. It rises 31 stories high and houses 318 guestrooms, including 26 suites and a presidential suite. The glittering glass architecture towers over the city below, offering unobstructed views from each of the guest rooms and suites over the Arabian Gulf and the world’s highest observation wheel Ain Dubai.