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    Inspired by the architecture and traditions of the United Arab Emirates, Louvre Abu Dhabi is an emblem of the nation’s vision and achievements

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Louvre Abu Dhabi is one of a series of galleries and museums on Saadiyat Island. It houses great artworks from around the world, with a universal focus on shared human stories across civilisations and cultures.

    As Executive Architects working in partnership with Jean Nouvel, the paper concepts have been brought to life with spectacular effect. The 3 Pearl rated design consists of a series of connected gallery spaces totaling 8,000m², surrounded by seawater and largely covered by a vast 180m diameter domed roof, supported on just four piers.

    The dome which is inspired by the cupola, a distinctive feature in Arabic architecture, has seemingly random geometric openings that cast a ‘rain of light’ into the circulation spaces below, suggestive of dappled light filtering through a traditional interlaced palm leaf roof.

    Client. Tourism Development & Investment Co., Ateliers Jean Nouvel
    Value. AED 2.4bn
    Location. Abu Dhabi, UAE

     

     

     

     

     

    Selected Awards.

    MEP Middle East Awards 2018, GCC Project of the Year, Winner

    MEP Middle East Awards 2018, Sustainable Project of the Year, Winner

    Middle East Architect Awards 2018, Sustainable Project of the Year, Finalist

    Harper's Bazaar Interiors Awards 2017, Best Building Design, Winner

    Identity Design Awards 2017, Most Prominent UAE Project, Winner

    Identity Design Awards 2015, Project of the Future, Winner

    Green Building Award 2013, Environmental Excellence Award, Winner

    Images courtesy of Louvre Abu Dhabi

     

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