The development ranges from low-rise three storey apartment buildings to a number of exclusive mid-rise towers with Penthouses. Architectural cues are taken from traditional buildings, including the Al-Bastakia neighbourhood of Bur-Dubai and the residences of Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum and Mohammed Shareef Boukash with textures that reflect the gypsum, clay or sarjool plastering used in the early twentieth century. Earthy natural tones reflect the surrounding landscape. Terraces, balconies, parapets (waresh), pergolas, recesses and niches make for comfortable outdoor living, whilst views are enhanced with elegant window and door openings. Each of the Old Town communities offer the ultimate in convenience and service retail facilities, with unique architectural interior design features. One has the ambience of an open traditional souq, with tight twisted lanes and shaded walkways, leading to a main double central court. The other has open public spaces, malls, courts, domes and arches, and a wide selection of restaurants and nightlife. Each community has its own amenities building with fitness areas for aerobics, squash, and swimming; outdoor green areas for children's play and barbequing; a mini theatre, juice bar, lounge area and sun decks; and boutique and luxury hotels all adding to the character of life of The Old Town. This lifestyle choice will offer a variety of one, two, three and four bedroom suites, as well as penthouse suites, in three distinct building styles. Amongst the distinctive low-rise buildings, some homes offer a generous private rooftop terrace and garden, with unique views across the neighbourhood. Substantial apartments are clustered around a courtyard or minsera. Their perimeter access walkways, as in Old Dubai residences, give the feel of a very private space. The landscaping, and sound of water, reflect this exclusivity and give it a very personal ambience. At the top of many mid-rise towers are lavishly detailed penthouse apartments providing the ultimate in luxury. From their large open terraces and full height windows, magnificent views across the surrounding neighbourhood can be enjoyed.