«DCH shouldn't be only about towers. We need low-rise and townhouse typologies by the water.»
— EMAAR · 2018 BRIEF
When planning Dubai Creek Harbour, Emaar decided to avoid Downtown's pattern — high-rise only. The Cove became part of the district's 'human-scale' zone: 21 floors maximum, plus townhouses at ground level right by the water. This created contrast with DCH's remaining high-rise development.