Project

THE CENTAURUS

JAHANGEER KHAN

17-MS-PT-P&G-07

UET TAXILA

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 Table of Contents

1. Project Title ............................................................................................................................ 3

2. Detail of the Project ............................................................................................................... 3

3. Development of the Project ................................................................................................... 3

3.1 Site Location: .................................................................................................................. 5

3.2 Composition of the Project ............................................................................................ 6

3.2.1 The Centaurus Hotel............................................................................................... 6

3.2.2 The Centaurus Residencia ..................................................................................... 6

3.2.3 The Centaurus Mall ................................................................................................ 6

4. Fabulous Facts: ..................................................................................................................... 7

5. Time Duration for Completion ............................................................................................ 7

6. Services by Atkins for The Centaurus: ............................................................................... 8

6.1 The Services: ................................................................................................................... 8

7. Estimated Cost for the Project............................................................................................. 9

8. Staffing and Resources ......................................................................................................... 9

9. Contractor of the Project ..................................................................................................... 9

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 1. Project Title

The Centaurus Mall, A state of the art shopping and residential mall in Islamabad.

2. Detail of the Project

The Centaurus project is one of the remarkable input in the construction history of

Pakistan. This is one of the finest real estate development which is considered to be the state of

the art engineering input by the engineers from all over the world an especially Pakistan. This is

23 floors residential and shopping arena of Pakistan.

The Centaurus is a mixed-use real estate development in the city of Islamabad, Pakistan.

The project includes a 36-floor hotel, three 23-floor residential and office towers and a five-story

shopping mall. Designed by British architectural firm WS Atkins, it consists of three skyscrapers,

containing corporate offices, residential apartments, and a hotel. Centaurus Movenpick Hotel is

under construction and is expected to open in the first quarter of 2018.

The estimated cost for building the complex was $350 million USD. The Centaurus Mall

is four stores tall and comprises around 250 shops. Major tenants include Monel

Downtown Islamabad, Al-Fatah Store, Sensation, Khaadi, Gul Ahmed, Charles & Keith, Junaid

Jamshed, Hush Puppies, Sputnik Footwear, Adidas, Nike, Hub, and International Watch

Company. Recently international brands such as Mother care, Dune, Michael Kors, Accessorize,

Monsoon Kids, Funky Fish, Diesel (brand) and a Samsung experience store have been added.

3. Development of the Project

The Centaurus consists of 6.59 acres of architectural brilliance in the heart of Islamabad -

Pakistan. It is under construction on the most expensive plot in the history of Pakistan and designed

by ATKINS, which has a solid reputation in the creation of stunning buildings like the awe-

inspiring Burj-ul-Arab, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Twisting Tower, 21st Century Tower etc.

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 The Centaurus consists of 7 Star Hotel, Corporate Complex, Two Residential Towers and

International Standard Shopping Mall. It can bear up to 9.5 Magnitude Earth Quake and will be

completed by 2010. Centaurus is the brightest constellation in the southern sky, a collection of the

most brilliant stars. We wanted to create a mirror image of that on this planet by bringing together

people who outshine everyone else. People like you, the brightest stars in their fields. Yes, The

Centaurus is expensive, but then it is not just a building. It is philosophy it is a tribute to your

ability to be ahead of everyone. You deserve something extra. Something more than today’s VIP

or First Class. The Centaurus is the identity of that new class we are creating. A class that is the

most exclusive in the country, made up of people who can truly represent Pakistan in the world.

Because there are people who are miles ahead of the competition. There are those who are light

years ahead.

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 3.1 Site Location:

Welcome to Islamabad, the Capital of Pakistan, a stunning metropolis snuggling in the

backdrop of the Margalla Hills. A progressive city that offers a nourishing climate, pollution-free

environment and an abundant spread of greenery. A city that is carefully planned and impressively

sprinkled with elegant architecture, shopping centers, and parks.

Islamabad epitomizes the ambitions of a young and dynamic nation that has set its eyes on

a magnificent future. A city that embraces modernity yet appreciates the time-honored morals of

an era gone by.

Nestled in the commercial heart of the Capital on the confluence of the main Faisal &

Jinnah Avenues in sector F-8 lies the prime corner site of The Centaurus.

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 3.2 Composition of the Project

3.2.1 The Centaurus Hotel

Unmatched comfort in the harmony of sophisticated style. Laze around in any of the 350

rooms including 96 suites adorned with luxury. Spoil

yourselves in the spas, waltz in the grand ballroom or eat

to your heart's delight at the wonderful restaurants.

Experience the warmth of world-class hospitality.

3.2.2 The Centaurus Residencies

Welcome to The Centaurus Residencies. Inspired

living for the entire family. Be ready to be pampered by

stunning views and unsurpassed leisure and lifestyle

facilities. Whether your residential requirements range

from 1, 2, 3 or 4 luxury apartments to a plush penthouse

with a private pool

3.2.3 The Centaurus Mall

The Mega Mall at The Centaurus offers you 300,000 sq. Ft of absolute excitement. Find

yourself in five air-conditioned floors of shopping pleasure

with prestigious national and international brands, world-

class leisure amenities, a twin screen cinema, food court

with cuisines from all over the world and ample parking

facilities in the basement

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 4. Fabulous Facts:

Destined to become a new business hub, The Centaurus Corporate complex will

provide the ideal environment and infrastructure for businesses from around the world.

These modern office spaces spread over 22 floors in a highly desirable location. Special

attention to on-site facilities includes raised flooring, central air conditioning, and express

lifts and exclusive car parking facilities. Quality and innovation come together to create a

pleasant work environment- The Centaurus Corporate complex

 Prime Corporate Address

 22 Executive Floors

 Flexible Floor Plans

 Raised Flooring

 Most Modern Facilities

 Central Air Conditioning

 Basement & Ground Level Parking

 Integrated State of the Art Security & Fire Fighting System

5. Time Duration for Completion

The construction of this project has been started in 2005 and it is completed in 2011. The

total time of the project is 6 years. This project has been open for the public is on 17th February

2013.

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 6. Services by Atkins for The Centaurus:

Atkins is a design-led company with a solid reputation in the creation of stunning

buildings. Atkins is now one of the largest design firms in the world. Their current portfolio

includes clients & projects in over 80 countries & from all continents.

Clients recognize Atkins multi-discipline design, added value and a full range of

expertise that can be provided by one company. For Pak Gulf, Atkins has provided

Architecture, Interior Design, Civil and Structural Engineering, Building Services and

Public Health Engineering Highway Design, Landscape Architecture, Environmental

Expertise, and Cost Management.

The Atkins designers work closely with their clients from the outset of the project. Their

design approach endeavors to combine an innovative approach to stunning architecture

with rationalism and practicality and to provide design solutions that are relevant,

appropriate and justifiable with particular emphasis on buildability, budgets and ease of

maintenance.

6.1 The Services:

Atkins is providing the following services to PGCL for The Centaurus:

 Concept

 Architecture

 Interior Design

 Civil & Structural Engineering

 Building Services & Public Health Engineering

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  Highways Design

 Landscape Architecture

 Environmental Expertise

 Cost Management

7. Estimated Cost for the Project

The estimated cost of the Project is 350 million USD dollar that includes the development

of a complete project. In Pakistani Ruppe, the total cost is 3500 crores.

8. Staffing and Resources

. Currently, there are 1500 peoples are employed at the centaurs mall and at the same time

during the construction process total of 5000 labor is estimated that has been used during the time

of construction.

9. Contractor of the Project

This project is designed by the British Architectural Firm WS Atkins which include three

skyscrapers that contain corporate offices, residential areas, and apartments, hotels and shopping

malls. The developer of the company is Pak Gulf Construction, Al Mahad group of Companies

from Saudi Arabia and Sardar Builders.