Hazel Wong

Life and work Hazel Wong was born in Hong Kong. She lived in Canada and the United States before taking up her current place of residence in the United Arab Emirates. which were completed in 2000. In 1996, Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, initiated a competition aimed at the creation of the two largest towers in the Middle East, Europe, and Africa.

The taller tower, known as Emirates Tower One, contains offices and stands at 350 meters; The triangles are paneled with aluminum allowing them to capture the changing sunlight, creating different perspectives of the towers. This is in line with Wong's design objectives: "to create the composition and placement of the twin towers to appear to be constantly changing, depending on the point of view and time of day." The homes are situated on the crescent of the Palm Jumeirah in three buildings which are connected by open spaces and a swimming pool. Since this residential project was inspired by the surrounding landscape, the design incorporates the natural beauty of the area using large glass windows and doors that let in natural light. These windows also allow for a clear view of the Persian Gulf. The simple design, large windows, and light colors were intended by Wong to create a "quiet elegance and a timeless feel."