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Abu Dhabi, UAE: The Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, announce that construction of teamLab Phenomena Abu, an immersive multi-sensory attraction art experience, is 25% complete Dhabi, located in Saadiyat Cultural District.
teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, a collaboration with the world-renowned interdisciplinary art collective teamLab, is due to be completed in 2024 and will be an immersive, inspiring space at the intersection of art and technology, sparking curiosity and the imagination of all visitors power and creativity. The latest offering in the Saadiyat Cultural District, the 17,000 sqm (GFA) teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi building was conceived through an extensive experimental process to create an incomparable installation unique to Abu Dhabi.
HE Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Deputy Minister of DCT Abu Dhabi said: “We are delivering on our vision to welcome the world to Abu Dhabi and inspire future generations on a journey of creativity and discovery. Arts, culture and entertainment will At the forefront, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi will be truly unique, a milestone of innovation and progress.Through the power of collaboration with DCT, Miral, teamLab and our contractor ecosystem, we will deliver a curated experience and signature culture and Destination, sharing with the world – all of these strengthen the credibility of the Saadiyat Cultural District globally.”
Miral CEO Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi said: “The development of teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi showcases how Miral can contribute to the evolution of the emirate’s cultural landscape. Working with our partners, we are pioneering cutting-edge immersive technology to interpret environmental phenomena in a curated experiential space , which influences the incredible architecture around it and offers visitors a fresh perspective each time they visit. This will create a unique guest experience in Abu Dhabi that will be truly transformative, Memorable and shareable.”
Additionally, Miral, in partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi, has appointed ALEC, a leading innovative construction group based in the UAE, as the main contractor for the construction of the mega project.
Visitors are invited to open their hearts and embark on a journey through teamLab’s new concept of the environmental phenomenon, offering a fresh perspective on the world around us. Featured artworks are created and shaped by the environments that generate various phenomena, and the unique architecture provides an environment for the artworks to evolve freely and organically, as if they were life forms themselves. Each visitor’s experience will be unique, changing with each visit as they discover a place of endless exploration and beyond the limits of imagination.
With culture becoming a key driver of social and economic development, the emirate is fast becoming a globally renowned hub of talent and a leading producer of creative content. Abu Dhabi seeks to broaden arts and cultural expression by providing its communities and visitors with a diverse cultural program designed to stimulate creativity and intellectual development, creating a culturally active and artistically aware community with strong ties to the wider region and the world city of.
The emirate continues to support and develop cultural institutions. teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi will sit alongside the world-renowned Universal Museum Louvre Abu Dhabi, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and other major landmarks in the Saadiyat Cultural District. The emirate’s performing arts, media and gaming industry will also further invest in its diverse projects and initiatives. The Saadiyat Cultural District is an ambitious undertaking to become one of the world’s pre-eminent cultural destinations through its museums, cultural centers and educational institutions, and one of the greatest concentrations of cultural experiences in the world.
About the Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) promotes the sustainable development of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sector and its creative industries, driving economic progress and helping to realize Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions. By partnering with organizations that position the emirate as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, align efforts and investments, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools to support the cultural and tourism industries policies and systems.
DCT Abu Dhabi’s vision is defined by the emirate’s people, heritage and landscape. We are committed to elevating Abu Dhabi’s status as a place of authenticity, innovation and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living tradition of hospitality, pioneering innovation and creative thinking.
About Miral
Miral is Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, contributing to the growth of the leisure and entertainment industry and the diversification of Abu Dhabi’s economy. It conceives, creates, operates and manages immersive destinations and experiences that attract travelers from around the world to create unforgettable memories and accelerate the realization of the emirate’s tourism vision and growth.
Miral is responsible for the development and management of Yas Island and oversees the destination management strategy for Saadiyat Island, with a portfolio of projects under construction on Yas Island and across the emirate worth over AED13 billion. Miral’s world-class portfolio includes hospitality, leisure, cultural, sports, dining, retail and entertainment destinations designed to deliver millions of memorable moments and inspire joy through a variety of leisure, entertainment and tourism properties.
About Alec
ALEC Engineering and Contracting LLC (ALEC), part of Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), is a leading construction and related business company operating in the GCC and Africa. The company builds and delivers building solutions that set industry benchmarks for quality, safety, function and aesthetics.
ALEC provides its clients with complete turnkey solutions in construction, MEP, fit-out, modular solutions and solar projects, heavy equipment rental and technical systems. With these capabilities, the company has successfully served a variety of sectors including airports, retail, hotels and resorts, high-rise buildings and themed projects.
About teamLab
teamLab (founded in 2001) is an international art collective. Their collaborative practice seeks to explore the intersection of art, science, technology and the natural world. Through art, an interdisciplinary team of experts including artists, programmers, engineers, CG animators, mathematicians and architects aims to explore the relationship between the self and the world, as well as new forms of perception.
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