Barcelona architects Xavier Vilalta Studio have won a competition to design this ultra statement tower in Doha, Qatar. Called Alpha Project, the design is based on tha patterns of ancient Arabic tiles.

The project aims to sensitively capture the essence and culture of the city of Doha, with ancient design traditions forming the fundamental basis of the plan and modern building technologies used as a tool of expression. It is an independent Ecosystem that demonstrates a combination of advanced building design with a historical heritage.

The design is generated and molded by the surrounding environment, with which it works in harmony to take full advantage of the available natural resources.With passive design elements inspired by the vernacular architecture to provide stable conditions in the harsh climate and the energy harnessed from wind, water and sun as the primary energy sources, it becomes a sustainable development that combines the passive and the active systems.

The unique skin of the building is based on the ancient Arabic pattern of the GIRIH tiles, which is also used as the backbone of the planning.

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