The newest addition to the ambitious Lusail City Marina District skyline is a mixed-use development for the 5-star Rosewood luxury hotel and branded residences. The development sits on a 23,173 m2 plot and its built-up area is 152,684 m2. The design of this complex architectural project is conceptualized by a team of architects from Arab Engineering Bureau (AEB) headed by its Chief Architect Ibrahim M. Jaidah, the most prominent Qatari architect known for his design philosophy where built structure responds to its natural environment but also belongs to the cultural and social context in which it exists.
Global Design & Architecture Design Awards 2025
Third Award | Hospitality (Built)
Project Name: Rosewood Hotel & Branded Residences
Category: Hospitality (Built)
Completion Date: June 2025
The design concept of the Rosewood Hotel & Branded Residences is based on the underwater forms, specifically the local coral formations. The organic architectural design approach is aimed at being respective of the site and its surrounding waters of the Arabian Gulf, while promoting a harmony between human habitation and the natural world. The architectural massing is made up of three main elements: two main towers reaching up the height of 37 and 40 floors are linked at the base by a 3-level high podium. The 40-storey tower houses 300 apartments while the other tower houses 154 hotel rooms, 161 apartment suites, rooftop terrace and a restaurant, and a helipad. Amenities such as luxury retail and F&B outlets, state-of-the-art health club and spa, and event space are located at the podium. Both towers stand on a rectangular base, turned perpendicular to each other allowing for the maximum exposure to the water and marina views. The curvilinear cladding of the podium compliments the organic façade of the towers giving an impression of the two corals.
The Rosewood Hotel & Branded Residences deserves to win for its exceptional ability to merge cultural authenticity with architectural innovation, resulting in a landmark that is not only visually iconic but deeply rooted in its geographic and social context. Beyond its striking form, the project redefines luxury living in Qatar by prioritizing experiential design—creating fluid, light-responsive spaces that celebrate the surrounding marina environment. Its execution required advanced engineering coordination and thoughtful spatial planning, successfully integrating diverse functions within a cohesive whole. The project elevates the regional architectural discourse by offering a new paradigm of development—one that balances prestige with purpose, and aesthetics with narrative.
