Gate Towers – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The Shams Abu Dhabi district is a newly-created land mass, formed as an extension of the Central Business District of Abu Dhabi, UAE, on what was formerly exposed tidal sands within a fringe of mangroves. Set at five to seven meters above sea level, Shams is gradually developing at a high density and growing in prominence. The Gateway complex occupies a narrow strip of land at the far side of Al Reem Island, which forms the neck of the isthmus leading to the wider Shams development. The Gateway forms one of the Middle East’s largest developments, signifying the entrance to…