📋 Tender Overview
Scope of Work:
Karbala Gate, a residential-led mixed-use development in Iraq’s holy city of Karbala.
Description:
The USD $420 million residential project, which comprises 796 state-of-the art villas, will span a total area of 517,806sqm and aims to redefine urban living for residents of the holy city. Located in central Karbala, 1 kilometer from Karbala International Stadium and approximately 4 kilometers from The Holy Shrine of Imam Hussain, ‘Karbala Gate’ aims to celebrate its culturally rich surroundings, while also generating opportunities for urban renewal amid a period of significant investment in Karbala, a city which lies at the heart of Iraq’s religious tourism industry.
The ‘Karbala Gate’ development is said to offer contemporary architecture, expansive green spaces and a vibrant boulevard, creating a thriving community hub for the city’s residents. The residential-led project will also host Iraq’s second Cadmus International School, and the first internationally accredited Cadmus School in Karbala. Cadmus International Schools are a concept by Sabis, the global education network, and have been created to provide children with a top-quality, international education.
Once completed, ‘Karbala Gate’ will provide 796 villas of two, three and four bedrooms, for up to 4,700 residents, catering to the needs of Karbala’s dynamic population. The project is scheduled to reach its full completion in 2027. Following the completion of initial phase project development and residential construction that is expected to conclude by 2023, ‘Karbala Gate’ will welcome its first residents from next year.
The ‘Karbala Gate’ development is designed with sustainability in mind, the project features several notable highlights, including a solar-powered centralised gas system, a state-of-the-art smart air-conditioning system. Social benefits of the project also include that it is expected to generate more than 2,000 skilled jobs, creating viable employment opportunities for the citizens of Karbala.
