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red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia

Red Sea project unveils progress on Sheybarah Island

 

Following the news of the Shura Island construction progress in Saudi Arabia, the updates on the Red Sea Project continue. Recently released footage by the developer showcases Sheybarah Island, where both overwater and inland villas are taking shape. Designed by Killa Design, the architecture firm led by Shaun Killa, these structures emerge as floating orbs that complement the horizon with their reflective mirror surfaces. Meanwhile, the inland structures draw inspiration from the mesmerizing sand dunes.

 

‘Now, we are at the peak of the construction: we’ve already installed 26 villas,’ reveals Ahmed Alrediny, Senior Project Specialist at Red Sea Global. ‘Seeing a project like Sheybarah here in Saudi Arabia is something to feel proud of. I’m super excited to see the project come to reality,’ he adds. 

red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia
the overwater ‘orb’ villas by Killa Design | image: screenshot, Six Years of Progress at The Red Sea, courtesy Red Sea Global

 

 

Overwater and inland villas by Killa Design

 

The team at Red Sea Global (find more here) describes the project at Sheybarah Island as ‘something that has never been built before’.  They have enlisted Dubai-based Killa Design (find more here) to develop the accommodation units for what they consider to be one of their most ambitious islands. The villas take shape as futuristic steel orbs, floating above the water’s surface, reflecting the sea, sky, and reef below. The design takes its cues from the island’s natural surroundings, particularly the corals, giving rise to the circular effect. This circular motif serves as a symbol for unity, integration, and wholeness. On the other hand, the inland villas are designed to be reminiscent of the sweeping desert sand dunes, thoughtfully situated to provide guests with a sense of privacy.

 

‘These villas are a prime example of how Red Sea Global enhances, preserves, and looks after the environment,’ shares Ahmad Ismail Executive Director at Red Sea Global. In a recently revealed video, Ismail explains that the unique ‘orb’ structures are manufactured off-site in the United Arab Emirates, offering a customized solution. The villas are transported from the factory via carriers on the sea, and then carefully offloaded onto the installation board. This meticulous approach ensures that the villas can be placed on top of the water without causing any disruption to the surrounding area and the delicate nature of the environment. Given their substantial weight of around 120 tons, every step of the process requires utmost care and precision to ensure the safety of both the structures and the environment around them.

red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia
‘now, we are at the peak of the construction,’ shares Ahmed Alrediny | image: screenshot, Six Years of Progress at The Red Sea, courtesy Red Sea Global

red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia
the structures emerge as reflective orbs | image: screenshot, Six Years of Progress at The Red Sea, courtesy Red Sea Global

red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia
the mirrored surface reflects the sea, sky, and reef below | image: screenshot, Six Years of Progress at The Red Sea, courtesy Red Sea Global

red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia
the villas are transported from the factory via carriers on the sea, and then offloaded onto the installation board | image: screenshot, Six Years of Progress at The Red Sea, courtesy Red Sea Global

red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia
the inland villas are designed to be reminiscent of the sweeping desert sand dunes | image courtesy Red Sea Global

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construction of the inland villas | image courtesy Red Sea Global

red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia
drone view – construction of the inland villas | image: screenshot, Six Years of Progress at The Red Sea, courtesy Red Sea Global

red sea project update: watch killa design's sheybarah island villas take shape in saudi arabia
rendering of the overwater villas | image courtesy Red Sea Global

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rendering of the final Sheybarah island design | image courtesy Red Sea Global

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