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Habitat ... apartments at the project will overlook the scenic mountains or sea.

Oman’s Tasmim names contractor for Habitat

01 September 2019

Tasmim, a leading real estate developer in Oman, has appointed Unique Contracting as the main contractor for the Habitat project, a distinct mixed-use development located some 20 minutes from Muscat International Airport.

Construction works have already commenced on the site, and demolition works will begin soon. Expected to reach completion in December 2021, Habitat is touted to be a commercial vantage point and premium destination to live, work, shop or simply hang-out. The project is being developed under a joint-venture between Omani conglomerate Shanfari Group of Companies and European architecture firm Mandressi GmbH.

“The appointment of the contractor and soon-to-commence substructure works means that we are several key steps closer to creating great moments for everyone, every day, in the Al Khuwair community,” said Alessandro Daverio, CEO of Tasmim. “Nothing at Tasmim is ordinary; and we are hence constantly pushing for what can be achieved for Habitat. Our teams have embraced the challenge and our integrated model, involving our design and engineering business, make us the ideal developer for the scale and complexity of this massive project with a demanding design.”

Most of Habitat’s one-to-four-bedroom apartments will overlook the scenic mountains or sea; and will have spacious rooms with state-of-the-art fittings, Tasmim said. The stylish apartments will feature the finest amenities, which include a fully equipped kitchen and bathroom, private terrace, all fitted with high-quality materials.

“We have been serving the sultanate as a trusted construction partner for decades. It is an honour to be appointed main contractor for Tasmim’s Habitat project,” said Manilal H Limbani, managing director of Unique Contracting.

Designed by Mandressi, Habitat inspires and defines the cosmopolitan culture of Al Khuwair. Upon completion, the project will include 44 residential units, 44 retail units, one rooftop restaurant and 118 office units. With over 19,100 sq m of retail space spread over three floors featuring elevators, ample parking for shoppers, green design for energy, and water savings, Habitat will offer elegantly-designed apartments, and a luxurious shopping centre in the heart of the city.

Jan-Willem Krijgsman, project development manager at Tasmim, says: “Habitat is situated amidst a panoramic view, and will offer a mix of residential, commercial, shopping, and entertainment venues on an impressive scale. While exclusive design and luxurious finishing are the highlights of our project, it is a non-freehold property, thus having special appeal for Omanis and GCC nationals.”

The project’s sales office is scheduled to open during Q4 of 2019.