Beirut Observatory by Accent Design Group wins 2011 WAN AWARD

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Unanimous votes for residential schemes



The winner of the unbuilt category - by unanimous vote - was Beirut Observatory by Accent Design Group. A key reason why this scheme was nominated for the shortlist and finally selected the best unbuilt project was the complete opposition of form between the front and back facades. The intriguing design separating the levels, double height spaces in the middle of the tower and cantilevered balconies fascinated the judges. As Beirut is located on a mountain, the architects have specifically angled the building volume to face the most scenic view to the north and taken inspiration from the urban form of Beirut; and the WAN jury was impressed on both accounts.

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