This project is a five-star residential and hotel tower located in the heart of the Qassim region, Saudi Arabia. The development includes a basement level (podium) that hosts commercial centers, essential services, a fully equipped wellness and sports center, and green open spaces. The project's main goal is to address the current lack of high-quality hospitality and recreational infrastructure in the region, providing a solution aligned with the modern needs of a growing urban population.

Architectural Concept and Inspiration:
The design draws inspiration from the natural terrain of Qassim, particularly its desert landscape and its iconic date fruit. The architectural facades reflect the layered texture and smooth curves of the date peel, offering a fluid and modern identity that blends tradition with contemporary expression.

Objectives and Goals:
Create a multifunctional environment: Integrating residential, hospitality, retail, recreational, and wellness services to enhance quality of life.
Boost tourism and local economy: Enhancing the appeal of Qassim for visitors and investors while creating new job opportunities.
Address urban infrastructure gaps: Offering high-quality and modern entertainment, hospitality, and sports facilities.
Promote sustainability: Through smart land use and the inclusion of landscaped green areas.
Strengthen regional architectural identity: By incorporating design elements inspired by local culture and environment.

1. Hotel Zone
Reception and Lobby:
Reception and hospitality area
Waiting area
Concierge and customer service desks
Luggage area
Guest Rooms and Suites:
Standard, deluxe rooms, and suites
Accessible rooms
Housekeeping and service rooms
Hotel Services:
Laundry
Room service
Housekeeping management
Administrative offices
Restaurants & Cafés:
Main restaurant
Lobby café
Breakfast hall
2. Residential Units (Hotel Apartments)
Furnished hotel apartments of various sizes
Long-stay apartments
Cleaning and maintenance services
Separate entrances (in some cases)
3. Retail & Commercial Services
Gift shops
Mini-market
Pharmacy
Laundry
Variety of restaurants & cafés
Bakeries and sweet shops
Car rental offices
Travel agencies
4. Sports & Entertainment Facilities
Indoor or outdoor swimming pool
Health club (spa, sauna, jacuzzi)
Gym:
Cardio machines (treadmills, bikes)
Resistance machines
Free weights
Group fitness studio (zumba, yoga, pilates, etc.)
Multi-purpose courts:
Basketball, volleyball, futsal, tennis
Martial arts or boxing studio (space permitting)
Indoor running track (if feasible)
5. Service and Support Areas
Parking for guests and visitors
Separate entrances/exits for hotel, residential, and commercial zones
Loading/unloading zones
Storage rooms and staff facilities
Security and surveillance systems

Technical Specifications of the Project

1. Structural System:

Reinforced concrete structure designed for seismic resistance.
Flat slab system with beams and columns.
Foundations: Raft or isolated footings depending on soil type.
2. Construction Materials:

High-strength ready-mix concrete (Grade 40+).
High-tensile steel reinforcement.
Chemical admixtures for durability and heat resistance.
3. Exterior Facades:

GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) cladding inspired by the texture of date peels.
Brushed copper-colored ACP (Aluminum Composite Panels).
Double-glazed glass panels with thermal and acoustic insulation.
4. Thermal and Acoustic Insulation:

Advanced insulation materials in walls and roofs (Rockwool or PU Foam).
UV-coated insulated glass windows for solar protection.
5. Interior Finishes:

Flooring: Natural marble in lobby and public areas, high-quality ceramic in rooms and kitchens, wood flooring in apartments.
Ceilings: Gypsum board ceilings with recessed LED lighting.
Walls: Eco-friendly paint with wood or stone accents in key zones.
6. MEP Systems (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing):

Central VRV or Chiller HVAC system.
Smart Building Management System (BMS) for lighting, HVAC, and energy control.
Full security system: CCTV, fire alarms, emergency exits per civil defense code.
High-speed elevators for hotel, residential, and service areas.
7. Sustainability Measures:

Solar panels on rooftops for energy generation.
Greywater recycling system for irrigation.
LED lighting throughout the building for energy efficiency.