Project
Burj Khalifa — Private Apartment
Project Overview
A private apartment refurbishment within the Burj Khalifa, one of the most technically and logistically demanding residential environments in the region. The project required precise coordination, documentation, and sequencing within strict building protocols.
Scope of Work
• Interior reconfiguration and design development
• Detailed technical drawings and submissions
• High-end material and finish specification
• Coordination with building management and authorities
• Specialist contractor oversight and execution management
Design Intent
The interior was designed to complement the architectural gravity of the building itself — understated, controlled, and highly resolved. Views, light, and spatial flow were treated as primary design elements.
Key Considerations
• Strict access, logistics, and working-hour constraints
• Coordination with multiple stakeholders and approval layers
• Elevated expectations around finish quality and detailing
• Zero tolerance for undocumented changes
Outcome
A composed, precise interior that feels anchored rather than ornamental. The project reflects True Build’s ability to operate calmly within complex, high-stakes environments where process discipline is non-negotiable.
Context
Downtown Dubai · Residential1 · 2023
Approach
What we held constant
The project’s strength came from restraint and consistency: a limited material language, a clear hierarchy of details, and a delivery cadence that protected the finish.
- Material palette locked early to reduce drift.
- Joinery details coordinated before site production.
- Lighting temperatures calibrated to the finish tone.