SOHAR INTERNATIONAL HEAD OFFICE
Muscat, Oman
Calatrava International designed the new head office for Sohar International Bank inspired by the ‘Moebius strip’, a symbol of infinity. This surface twists and folds onto itself, supported by a superstructure and shaded by a Mashrabiya screen, which changes its solidity level optimised for the respective orientation. The complex building comprises of offices, a retail bank, data centre, auditorium, banqueting hall and several other functions.
Our Founding Partner Bálint had the environmental lead and was the technical project coordinator while working for Urban Systems Design. Key tasks included the optimisation of the Mashrabiya screen (providing shade while allowing daylight) and developing a bespoke ventilation concept in the hot dry climate.
Typology
Bank Headquarters
Size
67,500 m2
Value
Confidential
Status
Completion exp. 2023
Our Involvement
Environmental Design and Technical Lead at Urban Systems Design
Client
Sohar International
Project Team
Calatrava International Architects & Engineers