The Burj Khalifa which is the skyscraper that serves as the symbol of modern architecture and engineering mastery as well as it the peak of Dubai’s skyline. Creation of this incredible design is not just a sign of human ingenuity, but also a manifestation of human desire to get more in what we can do and to be precise in our plans.
The groundbreaking of the Burj Khalifa commenced in 2004, and on January 4th 2010, the astounding skyscraper therefore had its doors opened to the public. The last but not the least important detail is the pace of construction. The whole project was concluded within six years, during which time everyone involved showed their skill and dedication.
The Burj Khalifa, an ultra-tall building which kept pace with all the procedure the city had to offer and topped the list at a height of 828 meters (2,716 feet), was designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, a well-known architecture firm. Being an Adrian Smith led project and with the South Korean firm Samsung C&T being overseeing the construction.
An engineering marvel of Burj Khalifa is weakening concrete structures, they are durable as well has the capacity to bear the extreme environment of this region. The building’s special Y-shaped design, being inspired by a local desert plant Hymenocallis, functions both as an art and a design piece, as well as a structural support of the building.
The construction process involved the mixture of innovative technologies, high technology materials, and the world-class engages thousands of skilled workers. An aluminum panel and stainless steel spandrel panels add to the distinctive and sleek looks of the building. Their surfaces are reflective and textured to enhance the outlook.
The building of the Burj Khalifa was a massive effort which was made on a global scale and which benefited from the contributions by experts from all regions of the world in the fields of architecture, engineering and construction. The Burj Khalifa is a symbol of the latest human achievements and a testimony to what a human being can achieve with the help of the society as it officially and truly dominates the skyline of Dubai and attracts many visitors from all over the world.
