Manama, 21 May 2008: The Bahrain World Trade Center (BWTC) recently played host to a group of interior design students from Bahrain's Ahlia University who are visiting different architectural and interior design projects in the region as part of their 3rd year curriculum.

During their visit, students learnt how the interior design of the BWTC and MODA Mall was influenced by the projects' unique concept combining the elements of wind, water, motion and the veil. They also had a sneak preview of the recently completed Center Court of MODA Mall, with its striking interior design features such as black granite reception desks reminiscent of the towers iconic sail forms, blended with metal mesh lined walls and illuminated from above - creating a dramatic effect both day and night.

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About Bahrain World Trade Center
Situated on the Manama waterfront and in the heart of the region's leading financial and business hub, the Bahrain World Trade Center (BWTC) project comprises the two 50-storey sail shaped twin office towers, the five-star Sheraton Hotel as well as MODA Mall, Bahrain's only ultra high-end shopping destination, featuring some 160 luxury retail outlets as well as a host of modern cafes and exciting fine dining eateries. 

The BWTC provides leading regional and international organizations with a world-class business address. The buildings are highly advanced in design and operation and are the Kingdom's first intelligent offices, employing the latest SMART systems capable of delivering unsurpassed security and maximum competitive advantages and efficiency in office management. In addition, they are the first of their kind in the world, using wind energy to provide 11 - 15% of the electricity needs of the office towers.

Other benefits enjoyed by local and international businesses occupying space at the development is membership to the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA). Locating at the BWTC offers an exceptional opportunity for connectivity with the global business community. With more than 300 centers in 100 countries, WTCA has a membership of approximately 750,000 commercial enterprises worldwide.

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