Gulf Construction Online - Iconic waterfront gets new look

Kuwait

The waterfront redevelopment project extends 9.7 km from the Kuwait Towers all the way to the Yacht Club.

Iconic waterfront gets new look

01 April 2024

In line with its vision to redevelop Kuwait’s prime waterfront area, the Touristic Enterprises Company (TEC) has recently marked the completion of the newly revamped Phase One of the Waterfront Development.

The waterfront redevelopment project extends 9.7 km from the Kuwait Towers to the Yacht Club. The project is divided into two phases: the first completed phase is from Green Island to the Kuwait Towers, while the second phase is from Green Island to the Al Shaab slipway.

The project provides visitors with an immersive experience that beautifully represents the cultural and heritage essence of the State of Kuwait, says Kuwait-headquartered SSH, a design-led consulting firm which is the design and supervision consultant on the development.

The project incorporates eco-friendly materials.

For TEC, the vision was to reactivate the waterfront for the public with key zones that offer national events, green sustainability elements, cultural entertainment, and lifestyle retail activities, creating diverse active spaces. It will also provide more than 60 business and investment opportunities for Kuwaiti companies. Dedicated bicycle and running lanes have been incorporated with distance markers for fitness enthusiasts.

SSH says the project reflects the practice’s commitment to sustainability by incorporating eco-friendly materials, including solar-powered lamps, 40 electric car charging stations, and landscaping suitable for the Kuwaiti climate. Creative artworks have been placed throughout the project, adding to its distinctive character.

“SSH takes pride in being the partner of choice for TEC on this fantastic project. We look forward to seeing the completion of Phase Two later this year,” says Ali Hayat, Resident Director of SSH Kuwait.