Geotechnical specialist consultant for the development of a premier lifestyle hotel in Saudi Arabia, our scope included comprehensive geotechnical investigations and foundation design tailored to the project's unique site conditions and architectural aspirations.
Location
Yanbu City, Saudi Arabia
Status
Completed
Overview
Super Arc Consultant LLC (SAC), based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, was appointed as the geotechnical specialist for the Life Style Hotel project, in Saudi Arabia. This prestigious development, situated on reclaimed soil on an artificial island in Yanbu City, comprises a five-story hotel without a basement.
Scope of Work
As the geotechnical consultant, SAC was responsible for:
Review and AnalysisConducting a comprehensive review of geotechnical data and calculations to assess soil conditions and structural requirements.
Geotechnical DesignDeveloping detailed design options for deep foundation elements, including piled raft and Controlled Modulus Columns (CMC) systems, supported by precise calculations and drawings.
Tender DocumentationPreparing specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and other tender documents to facilitate contractor selection for soil improvement and deep foundation works.
Project Highlights
Key findings and engineering solutions:
01The proposed piled raft and CMC systems were found to be optimal for the site conditions, with settlement values well within allowable limits according to Saudi Building Code (SBC) 303.
02The foundation design emphasized durability and compliance, incorporating advanced modeling techniques and rigorous testing protocols to ensure the structural integrity of the hotel on challenging reclaimed soil.
Outcome
SAC's expertise in geotechnical engineering ensured the successful design and documentation for the foundation of the Life Style Hotel. Our precise and innovative solutions addressed the unique challenges of building on reclaimed land, showcasing our capability to deliver robust geotechnical designs for complex projects.
Specialist geotechnical engineering services for the Historic Mubazzarah Dam Road project in Al Ain, covering rock testing programme definition, laboratory results review, advanced rock slope stability…