Luxury resort design in the United Arab Emirates
Marbella Resort
Site Plan
The Marbella Resort at Palm Coast is a beach resort located on the shores of the Persian Gulf in the United Arab Emirates. The goal of this project was to create a resort amenity area that fits seamlessly within the local cultural and architectural styles of a given region, while addressing the provided criteria for recreational opportunities - a pool, bar and grill, etc.
At the heart of the resort is a 3000+ square foot hourglass-shaped swimming pool. Etched in the base of each circular section is a palm tree motif which draws inspiration from the nearby Palm Islands, a series of artificial islands created as a display of Dubai’s spectacular wealth.
Perspective Graphics
Marbella’s design is a fusion of old and new - sandstone pavers, native plantings and straight lines are reminiscent of the area’s past while the ultra-postmodern steel and glass structures combined with gentle, curving lines reflect the current trend of extreme luxury.