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ARCHITECTURERCHITECTURE

FOR US, DESIGN

IS THE MEANS TO

CREATE A NEW AND

BETTER REALITY. IT IS

ONLY THE WelcomHotels Lanka (Private) Limited’s quest for eminent TRANSFORMATIVE.
architects and structural engineers capable of creating
FINEST MINDS such an ambitious and ground-breaking concept as
Sapphire Residences, led them to Gensler and Thornton
Tomasetti, both based in Los Angeles.

Gensler ranks among the world’s leading architectural
firms, an industry pioneer and visionary that has
designed and delivered numerous major developments
across the globe. Their extensive experience and
expertise has ensured that Sapphire Residences and
the neighbouring ITC One hotel are set to become
design icons on the world stage; aesthetically superior,
technologically advanced and visually striking.

Since 1949, Thornton Tomasetti’s innovations have
shaped the construction industry and the company is
responsible for some of the world’s most recognisable
skyscrapers. Spectators will marvel at the understated
genius behind the company’s engineering for the Sky
Bridge crossing at the 19th and 21st fl oors of the towers.

The distinctive architecture ensures that it will be
an identifi able landmark in Sri Lanka’s capital city,
destined to become a source of pride and prestige for
all Sri Lankans.