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• Overview

  Atlantis Resorts is a well-recognized brand of Kerzner International.  Our microclimate specialists brought valuable expertise to the design team, providing ideas based on the climatic influences affecting both the Bahamas and the Dubai developments due to their exposed locations.

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  • Component and cladding loads
  • Pedestrian comfort
  • Air quality – exhaust re-entrainment

• Benefits

  Cost savings: Enabled utilization of lower referenced wind speed in Dubai to achieve up to 30% reduction in structural loads.

  Increased comfort and experience (Palm Jumeirah): Assessed placement of features and landscaping to maximize comfort in outdoor spaces, particularly in pool and water park areas.

  Enhanced micro environment: Analyzed other factors such as shading and misting to enhance outdoor amenities.

  Optimized design (Paradise Island):  Strategic placement of architectural features, windscreens and landscaping met the demands of the local wind climate.