We are delighted to present the shortlist for the Middle East Architect Awards 2017. Today, we reveal the line-up of finalists for Commercial Project of the Year.
MEA Awards 2017 Shortlist: Commercial Project of the Year
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Office of the Future by Killa Design
A community-driven project, Office of the Future by Killa Design is the world's first fully-functional 3D-printed building. Home to the Dubai Future Foundation, the space was a successful experiment in building innovation and team work.
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Fantoni HQ Office by 3rd Skin Architects
Created by Samaneh and Amir Ghasempour of 3rd Skin Architects, the design of the new Fantoni HQ Office in Tehran was informed by the office’s prime position — it’s in close proximity to popular city spots like Tehran’s mosque and Mir-e-Jam Park, and it’s also the top unit of the building, which offers rooftop and terrace access. The renovated office boasts floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscape as well as contribute to the perception that there is little division between the indoors and outdoors.
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Diba Commercial Centre by Arash G. Tehrani
The Diba Commercial Centre by Arash Tehrani sits in the historic centre of Tehran and offers vistas of the surrounding cityscape. With five platforms on the rooftop, the design maximises its connection to the capital city. According to the architects, these platforms act as 'urban cameras' and the invite visitors to explore the city from a bird's eye view.
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Tosan Tajhiz Factory by L.E.D. Architects
The new office space for the Tosan Tajhiz Factory by L.E.D Architects is located in Tehran and was designed in an existing building, which provided a number of challenges -- namely height limitations. Regardless, the architects created a contemporary space that maximises the interior's connection with the outdoors and uses minimal materials and colours.
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Heart of Sharjah Offices by Wael Al-Masri
The Heart of Sharjah offices for Shurooq by Jordanian architect Wael Al-Masri is a renovation project that mirrors traditional vernacular with contemporary design language. The low-rise building includes various offices grouped on two levels that surround a courtyard.
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