Middle East Ritz Carlton Spa
Delivering the Spa at Ritz-Carlton, Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
Introduction
The Spa is part of the Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal hotel complex comprising approximately 2,000sqm of internal floor area divided by two floors at basement and ground levels. The Ritz-Carlton Spa is located in a beachfront stand-alone building and provides holistic rejuvenation and relaxation in a serene, meditative setting that takes the guests on a journey into tranquility.
| Customer | Abu Dhabi National Hotel |
| Project Manager | Mace Intl. Ltd. |
| Architect | SFA |
| Procurement Route | Single stage |
| Area | 2,000 sqm |
| Completion Date | August 2013 |
| Program Duration | 32 Weeks |
| Quantity Surveyor | Colliers |
| Form of Contract | Interior Fit Out – Main Contractor |
Adding value every step of the way
In a unique approach to giving back, ISG Middle East launched its first site-based donation drive where over 90 workers working on the site had access to pre-owned outfits.
Engaging with different stakeholders across all areas of the business to ensure it brings the client’s vision to life at every stage of the fit out. The project’s relationship driven approach has seen ISG Middle East working directly with the client on every aspect of the design and build.

The project
The project consists of Male and Female facilities inclusive of Customer Changing and Treatment Rooms, Hammam, Sauna, Steam Lounge, Rest Rooms and Beauty Saloon. The Shell and Core has been constructed inclusive of all external walls and finishes, external doors, external windows, GRC work, rendering, roof, waterproofing, roof plant plinths, internal walls and structural staircases, lift shaft, builders work holes for MEP services.

Scope of Work
This work package includes supply and installation of Fit Out work to SPA Building, acceptance of care of works, insurance and quality. Protection of executed works providing own attendances self sufficient to complete the described scope of Works as per drawings & specifications, coordination with other works and Contractors are essential.
This work package includes supply and installation of Fit Out work to SPA Building, acceptance of care of works, insurance and quality. Protection of executed works providing own attendances self sufficient to complete the described Scope of Works as per drawings & specifications, coordination with other works and Contractors are essential.
The equipment for Hamam, Sauna, and Steam and experience shower rooms will be provided and installed separately by a specialist contractor. ISG have implemented all decorative works to the aforementioned areas.
In addition to 16 luxuriously appointed treatment rooms, guest can enjoy separate male and female outdoor areas and their perfectly manicured lush greenery that bring respite during summer months and are a private oasis that comes with its own plunge pool and waterfall.

Overcoming challenges
The client expects a very high “Five Star” standard quality works as Abu Dhabi National Hotel anticipates to attract very high level dignitaries and guest to the building, so to works must reflect a feeling of “Stately but Contemporary.” ISG delivered the project on time despite the pressure on importation of various finish materials from different countries.
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