The hotel is built in the shape of a dhow's (a traditional Arabic ship) sail to reflect Dubai's seafaring heritage combined with a modern aspect moving forwards into the future.

In 2013 Tom Wright, Geku Kuruvilla George, and Hakim Khennouchi left Atkins to create a new practice called KKK Architects incorporated in July 2013.

In 2023, the Ribbon Building, one of Tom Wright's architectures, was opened in Iran and in Tehran.

The three functions of the building are visually split by a flowing silver ribbon of cladding and light.

This single dramatic device helps transform a simple, efficient structure into a memorable landmark.