[3] The developer, Sama Dubai, intended this to form the centrepiece of The Lagoons, a megaproject located on Dubai Creek which was to consist of seven islands.

Designed by tvsdesign, these towers were intended to create a dramatic new landmark for Dubai.

Their design represents the movement of candlelight and according to Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates, this is supposed to symbolise hope, harmony, growth and opportunity.

The developer, Sama Dubai, was forcibly merged into Emaar Properties in 2009 following extensive legal troubles.

The masterplan of the area has since changed to accommodate the proposal to build Dubai Creek Tower and the surrounding Dubai Creek Harbour development.