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The Perfect Storm in Dubai Hills Mall
22 Feb 2022
Design: Pharos Controls Limited
Location: Dubai Hills Mall, Dubai, UAE

Photos: Courtesy of Creation Gulf
The Perfect Storm, Dubai
The recently opened Dubai Hills Mall is a glamorous destination in a popular tourist spot, offering plenty of opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment. It is also home to The Storm, the fastest indoor rollercoaster in the city; an adventurous ride that stands 50 metres tall.

Showcasing the latest innovations in engineering, The Storm features a jaw dropping vertical launch to 50 metres in just 5 seconds. The 670 metre track weaves throughout the entire mall building, making it a spectacle to watch and a unique experience for riders.
Leading operator of exclusive experiences Emaar Entertainment created the concept of the rollercoaster set into the heart of the shopping mall. They appointed engineering experts Cundall to design and deliver The Storm. As the lead design consultant, Cundall provided a range of services including structural engineering and lighting design.

To fulfil the design, Creation Gulf were brought into the project. As a leading provider of architectural lighting and systems, Creation Gulf worked closely with the design and engineering teams to enhance the experience of The Storm.

Creation Gulf were able to utilise the comprehensive portfolio of products from lighting control exper...