Design and planning for a major building project in Astana

Abstract

The current work presents an architectural, structural and geotechnical review of a four-star Hotel and Convention Center “Premium”, construction of which is strategically chosen to be conducted on the left bank of Ishim River in Astana. The structure is designed to accommodate 153 top-quality comfortable guest rooms, fitness center, conference hall, auditorium, restaurant and many other provisions. The building is projected to answer the world class requirements in terms of service level and comfort, in the meantime offering democratic prices. The territory under the main 12-story building is 30 by 30 meters, with the vast first floor occupying a territory of 50 by 60 meters beneath the main building. The hotel territory includes secure parking places and attractively landscaped environment. Architectural drawings were developed in accordance with Construction Norms and Rules of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The final part of the paper estimates the cost and feasibility of the project, presents a thorough WBS and construction activities. The hotel is planned to recover all the investment costs in eleven and a half years.