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Italian Embassy in Doha
The proposal for the redesign of the facades of the Italian Embassy in Doha consisted in the application of a second skin for the existing building, a layer that performs not only aesthetically but also functionally. The geometric composition is is formed by both triangular voids and solids, a series of three dimensional GRC panels give a dynamic image of the building by light reflection and shadow casting, the panels help improve the energetic performance of the building by filtering the harsh summer sun in hot seasons, as well as maintaining a desired level of privacy for the original building openings. The entrance portal is proposed as a huge solid block of Travertine marble. The proposal also suggests a roof garden, an additional pleasant space with a shaded panels system
Location
Doha, Qatar
Client
Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Year
2017
Site Area
1,000 m²
Project Area
2,000 m²
Ownership
Stefano Boeri Architetti
Pessina Costruzioni
Moataz Faissal Farid
Services
Architectural Design
Program
Office
Status
Proposal
Existing Building
Proposal
Composition Schemes
1. Existing Building
2. Remove Ornamental Objects
3. Re Design Building Openings
4. Add Parking Shed
5. Add Vegetation
8. Add Roof Garden
6. Add Structure of New Skin
7. Add Roof Shading
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