Keep your cool
OMA, the Dutch architectural firm headed by Rem Koolhaas, has joined forces with Porsche Design to develop a landmark waterfront project in the heart of Dubai's Business Bay. The complex (artist's impression, left), which will be completed in 2009, will comprise an 85,000 square metre office tower and a 30,000 square metre residential tower. Taking Dubai's climate into consideration, OMA has framed the office tower with side wings and an overlap to create large shadows which will shade the tower and reduce the need for air-conditioning. Meanwhile, Porsche Design will be responsible for the interiors, giving residents the option of installing the design studio's kitchens, furniture and lighting units.