O14 is a 22 storey commercial tower wrapped in a 40 centimeter Exoskeleton with a total of 1,300 holes. There is a 1 meter space between the facade and the windows allowing hot air to rise and cool air to come in from below. It was designed with an open concept to maximize the perception of space, an exclusive network of shops on the ground level, and four levels of underground parking. It is ideally located along the extension of the historical Dubai Creek. Because of its unique architectural design, it has won a number of awards such as Emporis Skyscraper Award in 2009, ACEC National Honor Award for Excellence in Engineering Design in 2010, and the Best Tall Building in the Middle East and Africa in the best tall buildings awards by Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Business Bay is an ambitious 64 Million Square foot freehold district that is currently under development directly next to Downtown Dubai. The development is expected to have 240 buildings that vary between Office & Residential Towers. Running through the heart of Business Bay is the Dubai Creek that was opened in the final quarter of 2017. The creek is planned to be a primary attraction in Business Bay, offering the community beautiful waterfront views and a promenade that will have plenty of dining and recreational options. The best features of Business Bay are: - Central location within Dubai. - Easy access to key roads such as Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road. - A mix of office and residential towers in close proximity. - The Dubai Creek The Business Bay development is one of the most exciting in Dubai and has excellent potential for the future, it is important to note though that the area still needs time to develop as there are still many plots that are under construction or vacant.