The Centaurus (building)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
 |
This article or section contains information about expected future buildings or structures. It is likely to contain information of a speculative nature and the content may change as the building approaches completion. |
 |
| Centaurus Complex | |
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Location | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Status | Under Construction |
| Use | Hotel, Restaurant, Shopping, Office, Residential |
| Floor count | 37 |
| Floor area | 278,700 m² |
| Companies | |
| Architect | Atkins |
The Centaurus complex is a 3 million sq ft (278,700 m²) concept for a mixed-use development in central Islamabad unveiled by Atkins UK. It is currently under construction and expected to be completed by 2008. The centrepiece of the mixed-use scheme, commissioned by Pak Gulf Ltd, is a 37-storey, 350-bedroom luxurious 7-star hotel topped by a panoramic restaurant capturing views of both the city and the mountainous skyline above it.
The design also incorporates a 300,000 sq ft (27,870 m²) shopping mall, 250,000 sq ft (23,225 m²) of office space, and more than 300 residential apartments. When complete, the Centaurus will be the second seven-star hotel in the world, and the first in Pakistan.
The building symbolises the growth of Pakistan along with its capital city of Islamabad, which will enable it to host conferences and seminars of international standards.
[edit] See also
- Burj al-Arab - Dubai-UAE - is the 1st 7-Star Hotel in the World
- Economy of Pakistan
- List of tallest buildings in Pakistan
