Al Jaddaf is /was a
historic area along Dubai Creek. When I first moved here it was a large
expanse of sand where traditional Arab Dhows were built. Just how
authentic the construction methods were, I wouldn’t like to say. But it
was a fascinating relic of old Dubai, before the incredibly rapid
modernisation process began.
Jaddaf
Waterfront was the choice for my Friday night out this week. It’s still
under development, but shaping up well and within striking distance of
International City. I don’t know what the Masterplanning guidelines are,
but the styles range from contemporary takes on Arabic and Classical,
to “irregular rhythms” modern. Breaking up the grid and varying the
spacing of elements from floor to floor.
I
don’t know if there is a other name for this strategy, but it seems to
be “of the moment” and works quite well in this kind of development. The
colour palette ranges from off-white to strong ochres, contrasting well
with the blue-grey reflective…