Gyproc enters Uptown Dubai with SO/

‘SO/Uptown Dubai’ by Sofitel in the upcoming iconic Uptown Tower by DMCC is taking shape and Gyproc solutions have been chosen to meet all its drywall requirements, in close association with our partners Interiors International and MRFS Interior Decoration under the coordination of Besix.
With stunning uninterrupted views the property will feature a 188-key 5-star luxury hotel and 229 signature SO/ branded residences. ‘SO/‘ is Accor Hotels audacious and spirited luxury brand and this will be its middle east debut.

Sustainability first approach
Designed by world-renowned architects AS+GG and constructed by Six Construct, the 81 floor Uptown Tower will be a LEED Gold Certified Building.

World’s largest solar plant on a construction site
A unique solar-hybrid system has been developed by Six Construct with Enerwhere to power construction activities and site offices for this project, reducing their carbon footprint by over 50%. Part of the system is the world’s largest ever solar plant on a construction site in the form of a 180 spot solar car park.

Our hospitality solutions
Having been part of many major hospitality projects across the region and the world, multiple systems and products from the Gyproc range were chosen to equip the project, right from front of house partitions and ceilings to the entire interior fit-out.
GypWall® CLASSIC, QUIET, IWL, ShaftWall and MF Ceiling systems will play their part in ensuring a comfortable environment for SO/’s guests.
Glasroc® X, our high performance gypsum based sheathing board will be in action along with our other high performers SoundBloc, FireStop, MR - H1 etc.

Uptown Dubai
The Uptown Tower will be 340m high when complete and is set to sit at the heart of the Uptown Dubai district (previously ‘Burj 2020’ district) which will be a 24-hour neighborhood brimming with dining and high-end retail outlets, hotels, and a central entertainment plaza.