Design
Designed by the firm of Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, the design of the Verde Residences and Offices was described by the developer as:
Adrian Smith and Gordon Gill, two of the most recognized and awarded architects in the world. Their pathbreaking work, which includes landmark tall structures, emphasizes a holistic approach to design that integrates all project disciplines and work symbioticaly with their natural surroundings. Verde, much like their many architectural marvels around the world, continues Adrian's and Gordon's tradition of integrating energy efficient systems and technologies into their designs.
The Verde Towers sustainable design features have been endorsed by the renowned environmental scientist Dr. R.K. Pachauri, co-winner of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize and chairman of the Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change, who participated in the project launch on March 26, 2008. Commenting on the launch of VERDE Residences and Offices, Dr. R.K. Pachauri said: “It gives me immense pleasure to be a part of the launch of VERDE Residences and Offices. I am happy that ETA Star Properties have shown the industry the direction towards working on projects that maintain equilibrium in the environment we live and operate in. I must appreciate the efforts of Dubai Maritime City in promoting sustainable development. Let the launch of VERDE lead to setting of a benchmark for many similar projects in this region."
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