Dubai’s skyline is gearing up for a grand makeover. That’s not an exaggeration. Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is closing for around 18 months for a major restoration. Celebrated interior architect Tristan Auer from France is going to lead the designing, bringing his bespoke luxury to the building but keeping its key emotion intact at the same time.
Burj Al Arab is easily one of the most popular luxury hotels in Dubai. Resembling a sail, its facade continues to make it one of the key landmarks in Dubai. You can easily recognise it from far. But the task Tristan has taken on himself is definitely substantial. He needs to keep the heart of the property safe, but ensure a better experience at the same time. No doubt, he is the right person to handle this task.
But since Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is closing temporarily, you do not need to get disheartened. The restoration is going to be complete soon. In the meantime, you can definitely take a look at some of the closest hotels to Burj Al Arab, such as Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeirah al Naseem, Jumeirah Mina al Salam and Lemon Tree Hotel Jumeirah. These places share almost the same scenery Burj Al Arab offers its guests.
What to Expect from Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Restoration?
During the planned 18-month restoration, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is going to prepare for a bigger and better comeback. French architect Tristan Auer is going to preserve and enhance the building’s interiors to a great extent.
The unofficial ‘7 Star’ title that the hotel holds is perhaps going to be preserved or further upgraded to eight or more stars. In the category of opulence, Burj Al Arab has seldom disappointed. Soon after the restoration is complete, book a stay at the hotel and soak in all the revamped sophisticated this place has to offer again.
In its official update, Jumeirah took to social media to describe Tristan as an ‘acclaimed interior architect’. Jumeirah has given ‘a legacy in thoughtful hands’, as it expects the architect to bring a refined approach ‘rooted in heritage, craftsmanship & contemporary sensibility’.
When is Jumeirah Burj Al Arab Expected to Open Doors?
The exact timeline has not been announced yet. But it is expected that Tristan Auer is going to complete the restoration of Jumeirah Burj Al Arab in around 18 months. The task is to honour the property’s ‘architectural and cultural significance’ and ‘discreetly enhancing its interior’ at the same time. The team responsible for providing the property a makeover is going to combine exceptional care and craftsmanship.
In these 18 months, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is going to remain closed to the public. But if on any day, you feel like exploring the scenery Burj Al Arab is famous for offering its guests, there are many other hotels in Dubai nearby. Since summer is right around the corner, hotel rates are expected to fall. Flight tickets could also be falling soon.
Therefore, book your experiences beforehand and get a taste of Dubai’s opulence before the ‘7 Star’ gem opens up again. Tristan Auer is the right person for this task as he has already led the renovation and design of multiple other projects across the globe, such as Hôtel de Crillon in Paris and Carlton Cannes in the French Riviera.
