Large industrial complex viewed across a dry planted slope
Industrial façade progressively covered by climbing vegetation
Tree-framed view of the green planted façade
Close view of vines climbing between regularly spaced windows
Corner detail where climbing plants meet pale metal cladding
Interior lounge striped by daylight passing through vertical louvers

Nestled within the industrial terrain of Matelec in Aamchit, Lebanon, a remarkable office structure proudly stands, housing the cutting-edge 'mobile station' technology center. Captivating in design, the facade boasts a strategic interplay of vertical steel tubes and elegantly adorned frames crowned with lush plant boxes. These ingenious sun breakers sculpt ever-changing patterns of light and shadow, infusing each floor with distinctive spatial qualities.

Yet, the facade's ingenuity doesn't end there. It graciously welcomes climbing plants, intertwining architecture and nature in perfect symbiosis. This living, green skin adds an enchanting aura to the building, connecting it intimately to the surrounding landscape. The result is a harmonious and invigorating environment, where the structure itself becomes an organic part of the flourishing ecosystem.

Location
LB, Aamchit
Works
Façade and interior
Role
Complete mission, design and construction
Program
Offices
Client
Matelec
Date
2010 - 2012
Status
Built
Landscape
George Salameh
Photos
George Salameh

Drawings

Elevation drawing of the planted façade and irregular window grid
Elevation drawing of a multi-storey façade covered by climbing plants
Exploded axonometric separating windows, screens and façade layers

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