Shanta launches city’s ‘next iconic landmark’ Dhaka Tower

Once built, the 1.5 million sq ft high-rise office building will become one of the tallest buildings of Bangladesh

Shanta Holdings Limited has launched the construction of Dhaka Tower, a 500 ft tall skyscraper designed by OMA - the Office of Metropolitan Architects, the Netherlands.

Once built, this 1.5 million sq ft high-rise office building will become one of the country’s tallest buildings and destined to be the “next iconic landmark of the city”, Shanta said in a press release.

Located at Tejgaon, overlooking the Hatirjheel Lake, Dhaka Tower will “symbolise the nation’s ambitions and become a significant addition to the city's evolving skyline”, the release said.

The tower will feature six basements to accommodate 724 cars for convenient parking.

Upon stepping into the 54 feet high atrium, occupants will be welcomed into a lofty and versatile space.

It will boast an exhibition space extending to a height of 130 feet, while on the top level will be a fine dining restaurant, adjacent to a publicly accessible two-tier observation deck providing sweeping views of the metropolis.

The podium levels will host a variety of amenities and spaces which will include banks, ATMs, a food court, cafes, retail outlets, and showrooms.

Dhaka Tower will feature a total of 21 high-speed elevators, including separate Service/Fireman's Elevators, a firefighting and smoke detection system designed by IGnesis Consultants, an integrated building management system, a central security system and more.

The structural, MEP, and facade designs of the tower have been crafted by the Meinhardt Group, Singapore.

“Additionally, with USGBC LEED platinum pre-certification it will be a state-of-the art energy efficient building, symbolising Shanta’s commitment to sustainability and excellence,” the company said.

Shanta hosted a corporate gala night to mark the official unveiling of the Dhaka Tower project on Friday.

Irma Van Dueren, the ambassador of the Netherlands to Bangladesh, was among the guests.

“The launching event celebrated this architectural marvel and fostered a sense of optimism for the future. The groundbreaking for Dhaka Tower is complete, and the project is now open for bookings and due for completion by the year 2028,” Shanta said.