Designing a façade that not only meets the building’s needs but also avoids disrupting the urban fabric has always been a primary concern for us. We aimed to create a design that, while maintaining harmony with the urban environment, refrains from excessive embellishment. The proposed façade serves as a soothing presence amidst the chaotic façades of neighboring buildings. This harmony amidst disorder is neither stagnant nor silent, as these qualities themselves bring a new perspective to the space. The design aspires to create a timeless façade, inspired by the past (traditional brick latticework) and connected to the present. A simple façade, free from excessive decorations and ornaments…

In designing the façade of the Habibi Office Building, three key aspects guided our approach. The main frame of the façade, made of white GFRC concrete tiles, establishes a unified overall composition. The lattice façade acts as a boundary between the interior and exterior, serving as a mediator that harmonizes the surrounding space with the project’s internal needs. The glass layer ensures adequate natural light for an office space while creating an alert, dynamic, and transparent environment for its users. Terraces are another essential element that not only house planters but also connect the interior with the exterior, fostering interaction between the building’s occupants and the urban space. These terraces form a dynamic, negotiable façade within a diverse split in the structure.

Given the height difference between this building and the adjacent one, a connection is created at the final level to integrate the eastern façade with the neighboring building’s horizontal lines, ensuring continuity. The building’s office use implies a consistent functionality across its different sections, fostering urban vibrancy through these interactions.

The white concrete tiles used for the main frame of the façade are made of GFRC, a lightweight material with high resistance to wear and lateral forces. Their color is a critical feature, ensuring harmony with the surrounding buildings. These tiles are reinforced with embedded anchors, which connect them to the structure and significantly enhance their strength.

Continuous aluminum windows are positioned behind the lattice façade on each floor, providing a cohesive internal experience. This system also contributes to a lighter façade compared to masonry elements.

The GFRC latticework of the façade not only maintains a visual connection from the inside out but also controls light and visibility from the exterior to the interior.