02 October 2012
MUSCAT -- Larsen & Toubro (Oman) LLC and Hoehler & Partner LLC have handed over phase 1 of the German University of Technology in Oman (GUtech) project to the client within the stipulated duration of 18 months as per the contract. A milestone in the educational and construction field in Oman; the project is the first of its kind and size to be delivered in such a short duration and also executed complying with international quality and safety standards and also achieved the target of zero accident.
Under the lead of Hoehler & Partner Project Management and Supervision team, LTO achieved this remarkable milestone by deploying their technical expertise and the richly experienced resources available in Oman. The project involved meticulous construction meeting the European and British standards. The campus was designed by Hoehler & Partner LLC, Architectural and Engineering Consultancy in Muscat, an Omani German joint venture. This epochal campus building is meeting architectural requirements to the international standards and also accommodating Omani and GCC products in the construction.
LTO -- Larsen & Toubro (Oman)'s scope included the Main building and related Infrastructure works comprising of 25,000 square meters net usable building area (more than 50,000 sqm GFA) with 527 rooms, eight Elevators, Offices, Lecture Halls, Laboratories, Research areas, Sports hall, Canteen, Cafeteria, shops, recreational areas and Parking spaces, Sewage Treatment plant, roads and other services infrastructure.
The major highlight of the building is a large amphitheatre with fountains having a seating capacity of 1,000 and another 1000 spectators who can have glimpse of the events taking place at the center from the specially designed spiral ramps around the amphitheatre. Generous openings to the outside grant both inspiring views and natural ventilation within this unique space.
The architects at Hoehler & Partner LLC have grouped all educational and administrative facilities around the amphitheatre in a modular and smart way, considering both functionality and architectural perception. The layout of the floor plans allows for a flexible reaction to the growth development of the campus staff and students, but is still fully functional in all development phases.
A majestic 60 meter long entrance stair case, inspired by the campus of mother university RWTH Aachen in Germany, is featured and has been designed to allow both pedestrian as well as vehicular movement -- an inviting gesture to visitors and students. Although this combination of most up-to-date engineering and modern design by Hoehler & Partner LLC is yet unique in Oman, it does not neglect its roots and seeks integration into the Omani building culture of both present and future.
The campus has been built in a manner so as to use wind and solar energy in the most optimal manner. The energy efficiency is achieved by enveloping the whole building with thermal insulation and an air tight construction method of the facades. Acoustic insulation is a must in such an advanced educational building as well. Recycled water from the waste treatment plant will be used for horticulture and Green elements have been incorporated across the courtyards and campus to ensure the sustainability.
The futuristic design also allows the campus to expand in future if need arises. At present the campus can accommodate up to 1,800 students and it can be expanded to the capacity up to 10,000 at full capacity.
MUSCAT -- Larsen & Toubro (Oman) LLC and Hoehler & Partner LLC have handed over phase 1 of the German University of Technology in Oman (GUtech) project to the client within the stipulated duration of 18 months as per the contract. A milestone in the educational and construction field in Oman; the project is the first of its kind and size to be delivered in such a short duration and also executed complying with international quality and safety standards and also achieved the target of zero accident.
Under the lead of Hoehler & Partner Project Management and Supervision team, LTO achieved this remarkable milestone by deploying their technical expertise and the richly experienced resources available in Oman. The project involved meticulous construction meeting the European and British standards. The campus was designed by Hoehler & Partner LLC, Architectural and Engineering Consultancy in Muscat, an Omani German joint venture. This epochal campus building is meeting architectural requirements to the international standards and also accommodating Omani and GCC products in the construction.
LTO -- Larsen & Toubro (Oman)'s scope included the Main building and related Infrastructure works comprising of 25,000 square meters net usable building area (more than 50,000 sqm GFA) with 527 rooms, eight Elevators, Offices, Lecture Halls, Laboratories, Research areas, Sports hall, Canteen, Cafeteria, shops, recreational areas and Parking spaces, Sewage Treatment plant, roads and other services infrastructure.
The major highlight of the building is a large amphitheatre with fountains having a seating capacity of 1,000 and another 1000 spectators who can have glimpse of the events taking place at the center from the specially designed spiral ramps around the amphitheatre. Generous openings to the outside grant both inspiring views and natural ventilation within this unique space.
The architects at Hoehler & Partner LLC have grouped all educational and administrative facilities around the amphitheatre in a modular and smart way, considering both functionality and architectural perception. The layout of the floor plans allows for a flexible reaction to the growth development of the campus staff and students, but is still fully functional in all development phases.
A majestic 60 meter long entrance stair case, inspired by the campus of mother university RWTH Aachen in Germany, is featured and has been designed to allow both pedestrian as well as vehicular movement -- an inviting gesture to visitors and students. Although this combination of most up-to-date engineering and modern design by Hoehler & Partner LLC is yet unique in Oman, it does not neglect its roots and seeks integration into the Omani building culture of both present and future.
The campus has been built in a manner so as to use wind and solar energy in the most optimal manner. The energy efficiency is achieved by enveloping the whole building with thermal insulation and an air tight construction method of the facades. Acoustic insulation is a must in such an advanced educational building as well. Recycled water from the waste treatment plant will be used for horticulture and Green elements have been incorporated across the courtyards and campus to ensure the sustainability.
The futuristic design also allows the campus to expand in future if need arises. At present the campus can accommodate up to 1,800 students and it can be expanded to the capacity up to 10,000 at full capacity.
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