Burj Al Arab
The Burj Al Arab, meaning the Tower of the Arabs, is a self-proclaimed seven star luxury hotel located in the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Its design is based on the curved triangular sails of a dhow, a traditional Arabic vessel. To enhance the representation, the hotel was also built on a reclaimed island in the Red Sea. Such project was difficult to realise and needed a hefty amount of time and money, yet it went ahead because the sponsor wanted a structure that is truly unique and recognisable for Dubai, much like the Opera House is to Sydney. Although the structure is quite massive, it only accommodates 202 rooms, as much of the space is used for the 180m tall atrium on the curved side of the building.
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