Dubai – It’s So Hot Right Now

944_sheik-zayed-bridge.jpgThe work that architects are going for projects in Dubai are incredibly creative. Above is a picture of Zaha Hadid’s Sheikh Zayed Bridge which  the International Design Forum on Dubai says “has the prospect of becoming a destination in itself and potential catalyst in the future of urban growth”. This is a reflection of what is Dubai is representing as well. It is a futuristic destination that will inspire creativity in all architects. Dubai has become like the Disneyland for the architect’s imagination to come to life. In the article Skyline of Tomorrow by Steven Zachs discusses how the creative projects are not just pretty pictures. The are buildings that are also being built to be environmentally efficient, following the LEED standards and pushing the boundaries of modern architecture to respond to the future of our world. He includes many pictures of Dubai projects that are happening right now including the signature towers by Zaha Hadid, Foster and Partners, OMA, the list goes on.

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