When was the Bahrain World Trade Center built?
2004
Bahrain World Trade Centre/Constructions started
Who built the Bahrain World Trade Center?
Atkins
Bahrain World Trade Centre/Architects
The Bahrain World Trade Center (also called Bahrain WTC or BWTC) is a 240-metre-high (787 ft), 50-floor, twin tower complex located in Manama, Bahrain. Designed by the multi-national architectural firm Atkins, construction on the towers was completed in 2008.
What is the role of Bahrain Trade Center?
Attracting leading regional and international organisations, the BWTC is arguably Bahrain’s number one business address. It offers the perfect office space from which to establish, grow or expand your organisation in the GCC region and beyond.
What makes the Bahrain World Trade Center Sustainable?
The Bahrain WTC has an intelligent and environmentally responsive design. Enough buffer spaces have been incorporated between the external environment and air-conditioned spaces to reduce solar gain on the building.
When was the Pixel building built?
2010
The Pixel building is the first office building with none carbon dioxide emissions and is able to generate its own energy and water. This construction covers over 840 sq metres and was developed in 2010 by architects from the Studio505 team.
How many museums are in Bahrain?
four
As of 2016, the number of museums in Bahrain was four, an increase compared to 2010.
What do you know about natural history hall of Bahrain National Museum?
In 1993 the Natural History Hall opened. This hall features specimens of Bahrain’s flora and fauna. Among the exhibits in the ancient history section is an actual burial mound, which was transported from its original site in the desert. Another feature is a tableau depicting a scene from the Epic of Gilgamesh.
Who owns Bahrain?
Bahrain
| Kingdom of Bahrain مملكة البحرين (Arabic) Mamlakat al-Baḥrayn | |
|---|---|
| Demonym(s) | Bahraini |
| Government | Unitary Islamic constitutional monarchy |
| • King | Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa |
| • Crown Prince and Prime Minister | Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa |
Who designs Pixel building?
Studio 505
Project Highlights
| Location: | Carlton, VIC Australia |
|---|---|
| Architects: | Studio 505 |
| Sustainability: | Green Star: 6-Star Rating LEED Platinum Certified |
How tall is the World Trade Centre in Bahrain?
The Bahrain World Trade Centre (WTC) on the King Faisal Highway in Manama is an extension of the existing five-star Sheraton Hotel complex (a rejuvenation) and comprises two 50-storey sail-shaped commercial office towers, which taper to a height of 240m and support three 29m diameter horizontal-axis wind turbines.
How big are the wind turbines in Dubai?
The Arab Construction World for Sustainable Design Award. The two towers are linked via three skybridges, each holding a 225 kW wind turbine, totalling to 675 kW of wind power capacity. Each of these turbines measure 29 m (95 ft) in diameter, and is aligned north, which is the direction from which air from the Persian Gulf blows in.
Which is the second tallest building in Bahrain?
The structure is constructed close to the King Faisal Highway, near popular landmarks such as the towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour (BFH), NBB and Abraj Al Lulu. It currently ranks as the second-tallest building in Bahrain, after the twin towers of the Bahrain Financial Harbour.
When was the Bahrain WTC first turned on?
The three turbines were turned on for the first time on 8 April 2008. They are expected to operate 50% of the time on an average day. The Bahrain WTC was featured prominently in the 2009 science fiction SyFy channel made-for-television movie Annihilation Earth.
