Last year, Dubai-based developer Muraba revealed the Muraba Veil architectural project in collaboration with acclaimed Spanish firm RCR Arquitectes. This 380-meter-high structure, located adjacent to Sheikh Zayed Road, distinguishes itself by its remarkable slenderness: just 22.5 meters wide, which makes it the thinnest skyscraper in the UAE. The project is slated for completion in December 2028.
The Muraba Veil redefines the relationship between privacy, transparency, and modern urban living. Rising 73 storeys, the tower presents a bold vertical silhouette: a sculptural monolith of light and shadow. Its defining feature is a façade of layered, semi-transparent panels that filter the intensity of the sun while allowing glimpses of the world within.
The skyscraper blends cultural symbolism with advanced material technology. It is inspired by traditional architectural elements of the Gulf region, particularly the mashrabiya (a wooden lattice screen used for ventilation and privacy) and the concept of veil-like drapery. The outer skin of the tower (the “veil” itself made of a stainless steel mesh) acts as a protective shield and a dynamic visual filter, adapting to environmental conditions throughout the day. The result is a building that breathes with its surroundings and creates a soft dialogue between interior and exterior, concealment and exposure.
The Muraba Veil houses 131 full-width residences, ranging from two- to five-bedroom open-plan units that emphasise natural ventilation, ambient light control, and spatial fluidity. The architecture promotes a slower, more mindful mode of inhabitation: one that recalls the introspective calm of traditional desert dwellings while embracing the ambitious verticality of the modern city.
Complementing its residential offering, the skyscraper incorporates a suite of thoughtfully designed amenities dedicated to wellness and lifestyle. These include a spa, restaurant, gallery, padel court, private cinema, and meeting rooms.
To get more information about the Muraba Veil, please visit the official web page of the project.
Additionally, you might be interested in reading about the Sandstorm Absorbent Skyscraper by Kalbod Design Studio. We also recommend that you read our article about four upcoming architectural projects in the UAE.
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