On July 18, 2023, Indians felt proud as they read that Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB) in Gujarat is officially the largest office building in the world. It is titled to be the ‘one-stop-destination’ for more than 65,000 diamond professionals, including polishers, cutters, and traders.
Surat is renowned as the diamond manufacturing centre not just in India but around the world. It is considered to be home to more than 5,000 diamond manufacturers. The city is also called the ‘Diamond City’ of India.
Shape Of Surat Diamond Bourse
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The shape of Surat Diamond Bourse comprises nine rectangular buildings connected with a long red tunnel building with 15 storeys. The office space spreads across 35 acres of land.
According to a report published in CNN, the floor space of the building is about 7.1 million feet, making it surpass The Pentagon, the famous office space in the US, which until now was the largest in the world.
The project is almost complete and will be welcoming its first occupants in November 2023. It took four years to complete the building, and like many other sectors, it witnessed a delay of two years because of Covid-19.
A Look Inside The Surat Diamond Bourse
Spine Corridor Inside The Surat Diamond Bourse
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The images showcase the spine corridor inside the world’s largest office space. The ground floor offers connectivity to all nine towers, making it easier for professionals to reach their destinations with minimal hassle.
Diamond Club Inside The Surat Diamond Bourse
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The premise features a splendid Diamond Club. It is surrounded by lush greenery and boasts an opulent entrance. The reception area features a stunning backdrop, and marble floors possess mirror-like shine.
People can come here to explore different shops selling a variety of diamonds. Its interiors are as elite as they can get. It is a Diamond Mall, where visitors can find eateries while shopping for some of the rarest stones in the world.
Office Spaces Inside The Surat Diamond Bourse
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This image takes you inside the office spaces where each floor has corridors created in the shape of rectangles. The open space in the middle features indoor plants and a space where people can sit and talk.
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Climbing Sculptures Inside The Surat Diamond Bourse
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Inside the entrance of the Surat Diamond Bourse is a wall featuring climbing structures. They represent people achieving their dreams and signify the growth and prosperity of the SDB community. They depict that opportunities in the world are endless, and you should be ready to grab them and climb up the ladder.
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Night View Of The Surat Diamond Bourse
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The above image showcases the world’s largest office looking gorgeous at night. The yellow lighting on the surface and sides of the nine buildings seems to elevate the look of the entire space.
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