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OUTSTANDING DESIGN WITH A TWIST

The spiral of the Cayan Tower makes it a standout building, even in the astonishing skyline of Dubai. The residential skyscraper is the tallest in the world with a 90-degree twist.

Description

The unconventional Cayan Tower twists through a full 90 degrees from ground level to the top of its crown at 306 meters. The striking design makes it the tallest building in the world with a quarter turn – and a unique addition to the Dubai cityscape.

  • #Bureaux
  • #Elevators
  • #Middle East
  • #New equipment

Building facts

  • Completed: 2013
  • Floors: 75
  • Developer: Cayan Group – Real Estate Investment & Development
  • Contractor: Arabtec Construction LLC

KONE solutions

  • 7 KONE MiniSpace™ elevators
  • 1 KONE MonoSpace® elevator
  • KONE InfoScreen

Skyline Lifts by KONE in Cayan Tower Project

Skyline Lifts by KONE in Cayan Tower Project

CHALLENGES SOLUTIONS
  • To ensure the smooth flow of residents and visitors with permanent vertical transportation solutions that also facilitate the construction process
  • To install unconventional elevator shafts in a twisting building profile
  • Strong cooperation between KONE and other partners through all development phases
  • Providing construction time use of permanent elevators for an extended period to ensure efficient completion of interior finishes
  • Circular elevator shafts positioned in the center of the building to suit the helical design

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