JMJ Group Holding and Qetaifan Projects have just announced The Grove Qatar, a beautiful new seafront neighborhood designed by Zaha Hadid Architects. The development has 293 apartments that offer panoramic views of Qetaifan Bay.
The Grove Qatar is designed to create a diverse environment in which people may enjoy year-round outdoor living, dining, and recreation on the beautifully landscaped promenade. This design incorporates passive cooling strategies with advanced technologies powered by on-site renewable energy sources, thus ensuring a comfortable atmosphere for all visitors.
Advanced Technologies
According to its designers, the Grove Qatar apartments have a sustainable and survivable design and advanced cooling technology. The building is equipped with advanced cooling systems powered by renewable energy, enabling residents to enjoy outdoor activities all year round, even during the hotter months.
The development incorporates pre-cooled extracted air from buildings to enhance comfort along the promenade, significantly reducing cooling energy demand through integrated shading and the high thermal mass of its low-carbon concrete structure.
It will have photovoltaic panels installed within the optimized building envelope, while it is supplemented with a high-efficiency geothermal heat pump system. Further reduction in water consumption will be achieved through rainwater harvesting and micro-irrigation of locally acclimatized plants. A network of photovoltaic “trees” will provide shaded areas, outdoor comfort, lighting, and renewable energy production.
Sheikh Jabor bin Mansour bin Jabor bin Jassim Al Thani, Chairman of JMJ Group Holding, said: “The Grove embodies our commitment to crafting residences that harmonize luxury, innovation, and sustainability. This project sets a new benchmark; offering exceptional design and world-class amenities. The Grove promises to be not just a home, but a premium lifestyle investment. Partnering with SLS Hotels & Residences further enhances this experience. A name synonymous with world-class hospitality, SLS’s expertise will ensure that residents at The Grove enjoy unparalleled service that truly redefines luxury in Qatar.”
Architectural Excellence and Community
The design of The Grove Qatar features unique geometries, with façades characterized by an interplay of vertical and horizontal “scoops.” These create a dynamic visual rhythm while meeting the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) standards—ensuring less than 50% glazing.
Stepped balconies and vertical components maintain the residents’ privacy while providing unobstructed views of the waterfront. All these come with a view of community facilities, including a wellness center, entertainment lounge, and a members’ club for residents, all linked by lush gardens and terraces featuring infinity pools.
Gianluca Racana, Director at Zaha Hadid Architects, said: “We are greatly honoured to collaborate with JMJ Properties. Located on the shoreline of Qetaifan Island North with spectacular views across the bay, The Grove will seamlessly combine living, leisure and recreational spaces of the highest quality within the most integrated, sustainable community centred around its waterfront promenade and marina. This mixed-use development looks to future with a unique design incorporating advanced technologies that ensure the comfort and wellbeing of residents and visitors throughout the year.”
Juan Ignacio Aranguren, Associate Director at Zaha Hadid Architects, said: “Innovation has always been at the heart of Zaha Hadid Architects’ approach to design. Collaborating with Qatar’s leading companies to harness the technology, sustainability, and cultural understanding that will shape the city of the future, The Grove exemplifies how architecture can be a catalyst for creating vibrant, resilient communities.”
Project Info
Project Name: The Grove Residences
Location: Qetaifan Island North, Qatar
Completion Date: 2024
Client: JMJ Group Holding
Current Status: Detailed Design
Architect: Zaha Hadid Architects
Principal: Patrik Schumacher
Project Directors: Gianluca Racana, Juan Ignacio Aranguren
