The architects of Manar Mall proposed a themed interior in each of the corridors, one being an Arabic theme and the other a Mediterranean theme.

When selecting Extra Co to carry out the interior decoration themes, the management of the Manar Mall first required samples of the proposed themes.

Extra Co undertook to provide samples and did so in just four days, creating the huge facades of 5.5 m by 3 m within the mall itself. The samples were erected on scaffolding in the designated locations alongside samples from other companies.

When Extra Co unveiled the samples, Manar Mall immediately confirmed the job would be given to Extra Co and contracts were immediately signed and the company mobilised for work within seven days.

Whilst executing the works, Extra Co had to incorporate into the structural design the loads of all of the services that would run behind the facades such as air-conditioning ducting and maintenance walkway etc and, at the same time, maintain the harmony of the themed facades.

Together with the management of Manar Mall, Extra Co embellished on the architect's design by introducing additional elements that would further enhance the interior design. Fort-like towers and a cannon were included in the Arabic corridor whilst a replica of the Sphinx was included in the Mediterranean corridor.

An array of spectacular colours, frosted glass, planter boxes and flowers were the finishing touches that have created a unique shopping centre interior in the Gulf.

Extra Co GRC + GRG Division (managed by Habeeb Abdul Wahab and George Bou Nasr - general manager) have indeed induced life in the mall by relentless efforts, hard work, planning and control.

Extra Co, established in 1979, is one of the leading manufacturers of GRP (fibreglass) items, filament winding and hand lay tanks (both above and underground), GRP hot press sectional water tanks, GRP/GRE pipes, acrylic products, prefabricated houses and wood working furniture. Its factory is in Sharjah, with offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.

Its workforce of 300 includes experienced technicians and is managed by a team of engineers, quality controllers and supervisors. The engineers and quality controllers take every possible precaution to make sure that quality products are manufactured and delivered on scheduled time.

Extra Co is now one of the leading companies in interior design, decoration and contracting works. GRC and GRG, plaster of Paris (fibrous plaster gypsum), false ceilings, flooring, partitions, painting, furniture, curtains and tapestry are some of its main activities.

Extra Co, which is ISO 9001:1994 certified, is also the winner of the Sharjah Elite prize for 1996 from Sharjah Chamber of Commerce.