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In Dubai, Uptown Tower stands as a showpiece of modern architecture and sustainability. This new addition to Dubai’s collection of shining spires is the 110th tallest building in the world and the 17th tallest in Dubai. It owes much of its impressive wow factor to the clever use of an aluminum curtain wall.
Technal is proud to have been part of this iconic project, supplying our aluminum curtain wall systems added to its beauty. In this blog, we’ll see what makes the Uptown Tower so special and what kind of role our curtain wall system played in its creation.
Uptown Tower was a team effort with internationally acclaimed architects Adrian Smith and Gordon Gill at the helm. Their vision was to create a façade that replicates the brilliance of diamonds. They achieved this with angled glass panels that reflect light in a spectacular way. Our GEODE aluminum curtain wall system was key to delivering this vision, providing structural support and aesthetic appeal.
Technal’s GEODE curtain walling system is designed to meet the highest standards of thermal performance, durability, and aesthetic flexibility. The system can be used for a wide range of applications with a single mullion and transom grid to create a cohesive yet flexible building envelope. This flexibility allowed the designers of Uptown Tower to change the external appearance while keeping the same sight lines and interfaces.
Another key feature of the GEODE system is visual consistency. The 52 mm sight lines for the mullions and transoms create a clean and continuous look, the diamond façade. The system also has thermal efficiency with an integrated thermal break and high-performance glazing options to achieve low Ucw values. This reduced energy consumption for heating, lighting, ventilation, and air conditioning and helped the tower to achieve LEED Gold and Dubai Green Building Regulation compliance.
The GEODE system is designed for high-quality manufacturing and installation for long-term durability and cost-effectiveness. The mullions and transoms are square cut and assembled with a combination of factory-fitted cast face fixed junction spigots and concealed anti-rotation spigots for greater accuracy and stability. This robust construction meets European standards for wind resistance, water tightness, and air permeability and is ideal for Dubai’s harsh environment.
Uptown Tower was designed with a smart and sustainable approach, and our aluminum curtain wall was key to that. The high performance of the GEODE system optimizes thermal insulation and reduces solar gain, reducing the building’s operational carbon footprint. Designed to withstand extreme wind pressures, the curtain wall system ensures safety and longevity, essential for a building of this scale.
Curtain wall windows offer key aesthetic and functional benefits. The concealed opening vents preserve the external appearance of the façade while offering multiple open-in or open-out applications. This intelligent design means the building can look sleek without compromising on ventilation or accessibility.
The aluminum cladding in Uptown Tower takes its modern and sustainable design to the next level. Aluminum is known for its durability, low maintenance and recyclability, perfect for high-rise buildings. Our aluminum cladding solutions provide a protective and aesthetically pleasing exterior that can withstand the harsh UAE climate.
At 340 meters tall with 81 floors, Uptown Tower is a new urban destination within DMCC’s Uptown Dubai district. Home to multinational giants like Invisalign and Wellbred, Gemological Institute of America (GIA), Hikvision, the luxury SO/ Uptown Dubai hotel, and 227 branded residences, Uptown Tower is the ultimate in modern living and working spaces.
Uptown Dubai will also redefine mixed-use developments in the region. With the second phase of the development underway, two mid-rise towers with Grade A office space and retail outlets, the district will be a standout in retail and accommodation options. Our involvement in this project showcases Technal’s ability to deliver solutions that meet the complex requirements of modern skyscraper construction.
Our partnership with the Uptown Tower developers has created a new benchmark in architecture and sustainability. Our GEODE aluminum curtain wall system has added to the tower’s beauty, performance, and durability. This project demonstrates Technal’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and environmental responsibility in the UAE metal industry.
As we continue to develop our technologies and expand our product range, we look forward to working on more projects that shape the urban landscape. At Technal, we provide aluminum solutions that combine functionality, sustainability, and design.
