Oman’s first eco-friendly building to launch by December 2013
Al Jebel Al Akhdar Resort Hotel will embrace environmentally friendly and energy efficient measures, CEO of government company behind development of project says
The construction of Al Jebel al Akhdar Resort Hotel will be completed by December 2013, the CEO of Omran, the government company behind the development of the project, said on Tuesday.
Since the groundbreaking ceremony in December 2011, the project has progressed at a steady pace, with over 300 employees working on building the substructure and superstructure of the 86 room, luxury resort, Wael bin Ahmed al Lawati said.
“Through careful and considered approach, we have worked with contractors and designers to ensure that every essence of Jebel Akhdar’s majestic beauty is incorporated into the resort hotel. The interiors of the hotel will reflect Omani architecture, while its exterior will be adorned with mountain rock to accentuate the building’s façade,” Lawati explained.
A report by the Muscat Daily said that Oman’s Tender Board had awarded the project’s construction contract to Dawood Contracting earlier this year. The hotel will be operated by the Singapore based hotel chain, Alila.
A hotel resort, the project will have a spa and a cliff side restaurant and pool on top of a mountain peaking at 2,000m above sea level.
“We regular consider new projects and opportunities that will support the long-term success of Oman’s tourism sector. Al Jebel Al Akhdar Resort Hotel is a prime example of the type of project that will attract visitors to come and explore the rich culture and beauty the Hajar Mountain range has to offer, all year around,” Lawati told the newspaper.
He added that the hotel was being constructed according to the globally recognized LEED certification requirement. This was best demonstrated by the buildings environmental and energy efficient features, he pointed out.
The resort will be one of Oman’s first environmentally friendly buildings.
