The National Media Council has selected architect Santiago Calatrava from 11 proposals submitted by nine acclaimed firms around the world for the UAE Pavilion for Dubai World Expo 2020.
Representing the UAE to the 25 million visitors and participants from over 180 nations, The falcon inspiring design will be located facing the Al Wasl Plaza which lies at the centre of the 200-hectare exhibition zone.
Like Minister of State and National Media Council Chairman H.E. Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber said, “The proposed design of the UAE Pavilion captures the story we want to tell the world about our nation (…) Now, the falcon design will symbolize how we are connecting the UAE to the minds of the world and how as a global community we can soar to new heights through partnership and cooperation”. This will be the second project in Dubai by Calatrava. The pavilion is expected to measure up to 15,000 square meters and will include numerous exhibition areas, an auditorium, food and beverage outlets and VIP lounges.
The Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava said “I am deeply honored that our practice has been chosen to design the national pavilion for Dubai Expo 2020, a project of national and global significance.”. He also added that the final design will be a symbol of the bold and daring spirit of the UAE, reflected in what is poised to be the most inclusive and global expo in history.
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The building will be designed to meet LEED Platinum sustainable building standards, and will be a reference to the past and the future spirit that the UAE aims to portray. “We will capitalize on our experience developing Masdar City, which is on a journey to being the most sustainable urban development in the world, to ensure the delivery of innovative, high-performance pavilion and community space that embraces the Expo’s themes of mobility, opportunity and sustainability” commented Madas’s CEO, Mohamed al Ramahi.
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