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Main facade day view. The whole idea was to design a construction that resembled an Omani village in order to ensure the preservation of Omani architectural elements
Main facade night view, a practical and passive design approach was implemented into the concept and design of the GU tech main building
Main facade day view. The whole idea was to design a construction that resembled an Omani village in order to ensure the preservation of Omani architectural elements
GU tech’s planning and execution of the superstructure that flows and fits in seamlessly with Oman’s natural topography while accommodating Omani and GCC products wherever possible
Courtyard open amphitheatre where all the students meet, chat and relax is the heart of the university. It reflects Oman’s rich culture and grandiose architecture
The campus transports the users into a world where history, heritage and modernity merge in one. The whole idea was to design a construction that resembled an Omani village in order to ensure the preservation of Omani architectural elements
The meticulous design was executed in 18 months, within budget and with the use of high quality products and construction technology
The layout of the building centralized by a grand courtyard as a social hub of the building and the uniquely set shading membranes to protect the social area from the direct sun heat and enhance the air flow and circulation through the courtyard is a successful example of modern developed practical techniques
This design and the used materials are non-related to trend designs that might out-date after the trend is over. Instead, especially with the stone cladding wrap, it is timeless and would not age with time
The project has captured all facilities required for the easy living of the users and inevitably the success of the project: campus catering, entertainment, accommodation and sports for both students and staff

German University of Technology
Halban, Oman

The result of long-standing cooperation between RWTH Aachen University in Germany and the Sultanate of Oman, the German University of Technology, Oman combines design, engineering and construction that meets German standards with a superstructure that flows and fits seamlessly with Oman’s natural topography, and utilizes Omani products wherever possible. Designed to resemble an Omani village, the project contains all facilities necessary for the ease of the users from lecture halls, classrooms, laboratories, an amphitheatre and offices to residential, dining and sports facilities. The design was executed in 18 months and within budget. The university provides education in a wide range of subjects and welcomes Omani and international students.



Source: Aga Khan Trust for Culture

Location
Halban, Oman
Associated Names
Hoehler + alSalmy
architect/planner
Events
Completed 2012
Dimensions
36,426 m²
Building Usages
university
educational
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German University of Technology
Halban, Oman

The result of long-standing cooperation between RWTH Aachen University in Germany and the Sultanate of Oman, the German University of Technology, Oman combines design, engineering and construction that meets German standards with a superstructure that flows and fits seamlessly with Oman’s natural topography, and utilizes Omani products wherever possible. Designed to resemble an Omani village, the project contains all facilities necessary for the ease of the users from lecture halls, classrooms, laboratories, an amphitheatre and offices to residential, dining and sports facilities. The design was executed in 18 months and within budget. The university provides education in a wide range of subjects and welcomes Omani and international students.



Source: Aga Khan Trust for Culture

Location
Halban, Oman
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Main facade day view. The whole idea was to design a construction that resembled an Omani village in order to ensure the preservation of Omani architectural elements
German University of Technology
digital photograph
Main facade night view, a practical and passive design approach was implemented into the concept and design of the GU tech main building
German University of Technology
digital photograph
Main facade day view. The whole idea was to design a construction that resembled an Omani village in order to ensure the preservation of Omani architectural elements
German University of Technology
digital photograph
GU tech’s planning and execution of the superstructure that flows and fits in seamlessly with Oman’s natural topography while accommodating Omani and GCC products wherever possible
German University of Technology
digital photograph
Courtyard open amphitheatre where all the students meet, chat and relax is the heart of the university. It reflects Oman’s rich culture and grandiose architecture
German University of Technology
digital photograph
The campus transports the users into a world where history, heritage and modernity merge in one. The whole idea was to design a construction that resembled an Omani village in order to ensure the preservation of Omani architectural elements
German University of Technology
digital photograph
The meticulous design was executed in 18 months, within budget and with the use of high quality products and construction technology
German University of Technology
digital photograph
The layout of the building centralized by a grand courtyard as a social hub of the building and the uniquely set shading membranes to protect the social area from the direct sun heat and enhance the air flow and circulation through the courtyard is a successful example of modern developed practical techniques
German University of Technology
digital photograph
This design and the used materials are non-related to trend designs that might out-date after the trend is over. Instead, especially with the stone cladding wrap, it is timeless and would not age with time
German University of Technology
digital photograph
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Associated Names
Hoehler + alSalmy
architect/planner
Events
Completed 2012
Dimensions
36,426 m²
Building Usages
university
educational
Terms of use
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