curvilinear facade echoing sweeping sand dunes wraps HKS' one residence tower in dubai

brad wilkins of hks unveils one residence in downtown dubai

Ginco Properties and HKS have unveiled One Residence, a new highrise condominium tower in Downtown Dubai marked with a striking curvilinear facade. With the design concept led by Brad Wilkins, the structure is enveloped by a sequence of rounded earth-toned balconies that echo the UAE’s sweeping sand dunes, maritime heritage, and contemporary water-centric economy. From here, residents can enjoy expansive views of the city and its canals while sheltered from the sun by shading elements that harness the breeze to optimize thermal comfort. Construction of One Residence is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2024, with completion anticipated by 2027.

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rhythmic curves unravel across the earth-toned facade

Luxury living in the heart of the city, One Residence emphasizes fostering community and well-being, with a focus on bridging indoors and outdoors, climate-sensitive features, and state-of-the-art amenities. Brad Wilkins, formerly of HKS, further marks One Residence’ fluid form by spacious floor plates, large outdoor areas, and scenic terraces. The building’s abstract geometries use contoured, patterned, and numerically arranged elements that persist in nature, purified in a rhythmic language that nods to the regional Emirati craft of Al Sadu weaving.

Nature is further integrated into the residences, as views of the outdoors are optimized to enhance well-being through scenic views including the visibility of biodiversity. Meanwhile, outdoor spaces meld into living areas, bringing in the sight, sound, and sensation of water to communal spaces to uplift and de-stress. Within, the tower houses 453 units, ranging from high-end studios to four-bedroom units, as well as co-working spaces, infinity-edge pools, a fitness center, outdoor lounges, a cinema, and a children’s play area.

Ginco Properties and HKS have unveiled One Residence | visual © Maqe

the highrise condominium tower is located in Downtown Dubai | visual © Maqe

residents can enjoy 360-degree views while sheltered from the sun by shading elements | visual © Maqe

rounded earth-toned balconies echo the UAE’s sand dunes and maritime heritage | visual © Maqe

the rhythmic facade further draws on Emirati Al Sadu weaving techniques | visual © Maqe

communal outdoor spaces for all residents | visual © Render Atelier

Brad Wilkins, formerly of HKS, leads the design concept | visual © Render Atelier

One Residence emphasizes fostering community and well-being | visual © Render Atelier

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within, the tower houses 453 residences | visual © Render Atelier

residences feature large floor plates, outdoor areas, and scenic terraces | visual © Render Atelier

co-working space | visual © Render Atelier

amenities include a fitness center, outdoor lounges, and a cinema | visual © Render Atelier

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project info:

name: One Residence
location: Dubai, UAE
developer: Ginco Properties | @gincoproperties
architect: HKS | @hksarchitects
design lead: Brad Wilkins

design team: Ala Hason, Carlos Garcia, Taylor Odell, Lily Zhang, Eliza Kifer, Arek Mazurek, Adam Murphy
collaborators: One Broker Group | @onebrokergroup
engineering: Datum Engineering Consultants | @datumconsultants
interior design: PH Design
visualizations: Maqe | @maqerendering,  Render Atelier | @render_atelier