Dubai property developer Binghatti is building some of the most striking and architecturally complex towers in the emirate including the Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co Residences, One by Binghatti, Mercedes-Benz Places by Binghatti, and Bugatti Residences by Binghatti.

To give shape to these four towering projects that feature intricate geometries, the developer has partnered with Austria-based Doka as its main formwork supplier to provide cutting-edge construction solutions for these gravity-defying buildings.

Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co Residences will become the flagship location of luxury horologist brand Jacob & Co and feature a design inspired by the intricacy of the watchmaker; One by Binghatti is a sophisticated waterfront premium apartment complex with access to world-class dining, shopping and entertainment; Mercedes-Benz Places by Binghatti, being developed in cooperation with the German car manufacturer, offers exclusive apartments, each with a private pool; and Bugatti Residences by Binghatti incorporates a meticulously designed, contoured curving facade.

Hauser and Binghatti sign the deal.

Each project necessitates particular construction ingenuity owing to the unique design, eye-catching geometries and daring heights, according to Binghatti.

Innovative Formwork Solutions

To achieve the required design, Doka says it is applying a combination of products and services to increase onsite efficiency, reduce construction times, optimise construction budgets and, most importantly, keep workers safe.

Bugatti Residences by Binghatti.

Some of the products selected from Doka’s portfolio include the crane-independent SKE50plus and SCP400 automatic climbing formwork systems; Xclimb 60 protection screens with integrated loading platforms for safe working environments; Dokadek 30 panel floor formwork; Dokaflex 20 tables, which can be quickly repositioned to different levels; and the Frami Xlife framed wall formwork system.

Sarah Binghatti, Chief Procurement Officer at Binghatti Properties, comments: “Every project is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation. Collaborating with Doka allows us to bring our bold architectural visions to life with unmatched precision and efficiency. Beyond the advanced technology and safety standards, it’s the shared dedication to pushing boundaries that makes this partnership truly remarkable. With Doka as our trusted partner, we are confident in delivering groundbreaking projects that will redefine Dubai’s skyline and set new industry benchmarks.”

Doka is already supporting the initial stages of each project with products, services, and technical consultancy to optimise the formwork and scaffolding solutions. Its products, combined with advanced engineering expertise, enable slab formwork, façade installation, and the creation of safe and secure working sites, ensuring the delivery of customised solutions on time and within budget, says the Austrian company.

Mercedes-Benz Places by Binghatti

“We are extremely proud to have been selected by Binghatti for these iconic Dubai projects,” states Michael Arnold, Managing Director of Doka UAE and Doka Oman. “We have a highly skilled on-site team that is committed to delivering the highest standards. With a local base, we are available for on-site advice and can swiftly respond to changes in schedules or requirements. Our local team is adept at pre-assembling and instantly delivering formwork solutions on demand and on time which pushes the progress. It also has the benefit of being backed by a 50,000-sq-m logistics centre in Dubai.”

Doka has a strong presence in the UAE, where it has already supported prominent developments, including the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, standing at 828 m in height. 

One by Binghatti at Business Bay.

Robert Hauser, CEO of Doka, adds: “Doka has been a reliable partner to the construction industry in the Middle East for more than 45 years and has built a reputation for pioneering solutions for even the most complex of architectural designs across a region.

“With locations in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain, we are well-positioned to support the continued construction that exemplifies the ambitious goals of these nations. This new partnership with Binghatti reflects our reputation for diverse capabilities, customer-centric focus and commitment to optimising partnerships.”