Renaissance expert to help design DSC precinct

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Dubai Sports City has commissioned a Renaissance expert to ensurethe authenticity of the Venetian themed architecture of thedevelopments North Point commercial, residential and retailprecinct.
Art historian Professor Daniele Morelli is using his Renaissanceexpertise to cross reference the architectural plans for NorthPoint with official studies conducted on Roman and Venetianarchitecture, said a statement.
On completion of the plans, it is expected that a team of artistsand masons who specialise in Venetian restoration and architecturewill arrive from Italy to assist the appointed constructioncompany, it said.
Khalid Al Zarooni, president of Dubai Sports City, said: Theknowledge and attention to detail that Morelli captures isextraordinary. We believe you would be hard pressed to find anyoneelse with the depth and breadth of understanding that he has.
The waterside retail district will encapsulate the architecture andessence of Venice, the city that some believe to be the mostromantic in the world, and will provide UAE residents with aone-of-a-kind lifestyle experience.
It is easy to understand why people fall in love with Venice  itis the most beautiful city built by man. Venice reflects anirresistible enjoyment of life through its people, architecture,and culture. This type of lifestyle is a gift and Im happy torecreate it for the residents of Dubai, said Morelli.
The fabric of Venice is made up of self-contained communities builtaround a Campo (Square) buzzing with local markets and activity,and ground floor shops which line the Palazzi (Palaces) surroundingthe Campo.
North Points Palazzi will be created in the form of three elegantatriums, housing commercial offices, boutique stores and cafes. Theatriums will lead to waterfront restaurants, where in the coolermonths, seating will be available on the promenade creating aRiviera-style setting. A large landscaped courtyard  the Campo will link North Point to Dubai Sports Citys Arena Mall, Stadia andthe adjacent commercial and residential establishments.
Professor Morelli is working closely with the architects to ensurethat the retail and commercial buildings, the waterside al frescocaf