The towers that 'dance' in the desert—a trio of intertwined skyscrapers that redefine the skyline of Dubai.
Signature Towers (formerly known as Dancing Towers) was an under construction for a three-tower, mixed-use complex in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was designed by Iraqi born architect Zaha Hadid after winning an international design competition which included proposals from OMA and Reiser & Umemoto among others. The developers were Dubai Properties, the company responsible for the earlier Jumeirah Beach Residence. Apart from these three towers, the project would also include a new building to house the Dubai Financial Market, a large podium containing retail space and a pedestrian bridge crossing the creek extension.
Featured in Zaha Hadid's definitive monograph, Zaha Hadid. Complete Works 1979–Today. 45th Ed.
Visitor Guide
Visit at night to see the integrated facade lighting that emphasizes the fluid, intertwined geometry.
From the Marasi Promenade in Business Bay, looking north across the Dubai Creek.
Mixed-use towers; public access to the retail and dining podium levels. Upper levels are private offices and residences.
The towers share a single foundation and a common four-story podium that houses the Dubai Financial Market.
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Design & Structure
Developed using ZHA's 'choreographic' modeling approach, where three distinct programs merge into a singular, fluid gesture.
Glazed curtain wall with ceramic frit to reduce solar heat gain; concrete core structure with tilted columns.
The intertwined design creates complex gravity loads that required custom structural engineering to manage the eccentricities of the tilted towers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Signature Towers?+
Signature Towers was designed by Zaha Hadid. It is located in Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Where is Signature Towers located?+
Signature Towers is located in Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Its coordinates are 25.1848°, 55.2676°.
Can I visit Signature Towers?+
Signature Towers is a real building in Emirate of Dubai that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.