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The Index
Updated: 2nd June, 2023

The Index

The Index is a 80-storey mixed-use building in Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai.
The Index
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Building type
Mixed-use building
(Supertall skyscraper)
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Status
Complete
(2010)
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Floors
80 floors
Building specifications
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Overview
The Index is a 80-storey mixed-use building in Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai.
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The developer
The project was developed by Union Properties.
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Timeline
Construction began in 2005 and was completed by 2010.
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The architect
The architectural consultant was Foster + Partners.
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The contractor
The main building work was done by Multiplex and the foundation work was carried out by Swissboring Overseas Piling Corporation.
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Additional information
  • Winner of the CTBUH award for ‘Best Tall Building Middle East & Africa 2011.

  • The characteristic long and narrow floor plan design is a result of the need for a column-free flexible office space whilst maximising natural light throughout.

  • In order to achieve an open office space the structural cores had to be pushed to the edges of the building and a solid A-frame shape was devised to help dissipate any wind or seismic forces. The weight of the upper residential section is spread across a huge steel beam that transfers the load to the lower A-frame cores.

  • The architectural design was partly inspired by the John Hancock Centre in Chicago.

  • The lower outside space is surrounded by a 200-metre-long pool and benefits from its own microclimate created by a shaded atrium which is naturally cooled by the downdraft of the building facade.

  • The east to west orientation shields the office spaces from intense sunlight in the morning and evening and the south face of the tower features shading elements which help to keep the building cool.

  • The building is crowned with 12 luxury duplex and triplex penthouses with private swimming pools.

  • The original master plan had specified two separate residential and commercial towers which were later consolidated into a single mixed use tower with offices on the lower 25 floors and residential apartments and penthouses above.

  • A sky lobby with restaurants, shops, a gym and a swimming pool divides the upper and lower sections.


Transport & Access

Commute times by car

From The Index it takes roughly 5 minutes to drive to Dubai Mall, 19 minutes to Palm Jumeirah, 17 minutes to Burj Al Arab and 23 minutes to The Walk JBR.*

Airport proximity

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is roughly 15 minutes' drive and the new Al Maktoum International Airport is roughly 45 minutes' drive.*


Available property
For rent
Apartment To Rent in The Index
2 Bed Apartment To Rent in The Index
240,000  per year
For rent
Apartment To Rent in The Index
2 Bed Apartment To Rent in The Index
240,000  per year

The Index Location

The map below shows the location of The Index and just below are summaries of the nearest attractions, parks, beaches, golf clubs and cinemas.

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Attractions
Dubai Aquarium, 1.1 km
Dubai Ice Rink, 1.2 km
PVRK, 1.3 km
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Parks & beaches
Bay Avenue Park, 2.1 km
Action Park Business Bay, 2.6 km
The Block, 2.7 km
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Golf clubs
The Track Meydan Golf, 6.1 km
Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, 7.1 km
Al Badia Golf Club, 8.7 km
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Cinemas
Reel Cinemas at Rove Downtown, 0.5 km
Reel Cinemas at The Dubai Mall, 1.1 km
Roxy City Walk Cinema, 1.5 km

Local Schools

The Index has many schools nearby including Citizens School at 1.2 km and Jumeira Baccalaureate School at 2.3 km.

In terms of performance there are seven schools nearby that have achieved either of two highest government inspection rating of 'Very Good' or 'Outstanding' including Horizon English School Dubai which has a rating of 'Outstanding' and Jumeirah English Speaking School which also has a rating of 'Outstanding'.

Citizens School
1.2 km, City Walk
AED 61,500  â€¢  British
Jumeira Baccalaureate School
2.3 km, Jumeirah 1
AED 63,500  â€¢  IB
Japanese School Dubai
2.9 km, Al Wasl
AED 20,500  â€¢  Japanese
JSS Private School LLC
3.2 km, Al Wasl
AED 15,500  â€¢  Indian

Things to Do

We've partnered with LadiesNightDubai.com and BrunchCrunch.ae to give an overview of the current Ladies Nights and Brunch offers in the vicinity of The Index.

Fogo de Chão, Central Park Towers • Ladies Night â€¢ Fogo de Chão (0.0 km)
Café Belge, Ritz Carlton DIFC • Ladies Night â€¢ Café Belge (0.0 km)
Sunday Brunch, Central Park Towers • Fogo de Chão (0.0 km)
Avenue
Ladies Night â€¢  11:00pm
Avenue (0.0 km)
Vibe
Ladies Night â€¢  8:00pm
Vibe (0.0 km)
Antika Bar
Ladies Night â€¢  8:00pm
Antika (0.0 km)
Long's Bar
Ladies Night â€¢  6:00pm
Long's Bar (0.0 km)
Rio Brazilian Saturday Brunch
Brunch â€¢ Central Park Towers
Fogo de Chão (0.0 km)
Saturday Evening Brunch
Brunch â€¢ Dusit Thani Dubai
24th St. World Street Food (0.0 km)
Sunday Urban Brunch
Brunch â€¢ Swissotel Al Murooj Dubai
Pergolas (0.0 km)
Italian Night
Brunch â€¢ Swissotel Al Murooj Dubai
Pergolas (0.0 km)

Nearby neighbourhoods

Explore communities that are either adjacent or close to The Index.

Sheikh Zayed Road
Sheikh Zayed Road (1.0 km)
The 2km stretch of road between Business Bay and the World Trade Centre roundabout, flanked by walls of skyscrapers. 
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City Walk
City Walk (1.5 km)
A stylish, vibrant town-centre community combining residential, shopping, dining and attractions in the heart of the Jumeirah district.
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Business Bay
Business Bay (2.6 km)
A new regional business hub with office and residential towers, landscaped gardens and a network of roads and waterways. 
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La Mer
La Mer (3.2 km)
A beachfront development with shopping, dining and entertainment areas stretching out to sea between Pearl Jumeirah and Jumeirah Bay.
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Al Kifaf
Al Kifaf (3.4 km)
The four residential towers of Park Gate Residences share this place with Zabeel Park, Etisalat Tower and the landmark Dubai Frame.
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Healthcare City Phase 2
Healthcare City Phase 2 (4.5 km)
A wellness centre providing long-term care, spa resorts, sports medicine facilities, waterfront residences and nutrition centres in Jadaf.
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Bur Dubai
Bur Dubai (5.3 km)
Villas and low-rise apartments abound in this historic district on the banks of Dubai Creek across the water from Deira.
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The Index Milestones
Construction Started
2005
Date Completed
2010
Companies Associated with The Index
Developer: Union Properties
Architectural Consultant: Foster + Partners
Engineering Consultant: BG&E Engineering
Building Contractor: Multiplex

Design Stage

Images depicting the initial concept designs for The Index.

Projects often go through a number of design revisions as they progress and developers may or may not honour their original plans when it comes to architectural designs, amenities and landscaping. The images below are provided as a means to compare the original plans with the realised development.

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