WARDA

Commercial Complex

2020

PROJECT OVERVIEW

The Warda Project represents a dynamic international collaboration where KC Studio partnered with FZAD Architects, a New York–based design firm, to reimagine the façade of a commercial complex. The project focused on developing a distinctive architectural identity that blends creativity with contextual sensitivity.

KC Studio’s role centred on conceptualizing the elevation through expressive hand sketches, shaping a façade that balances artistic expression with functional performance.

The design approach reflects the idea of “designing elevations that transcend borders,” where thoughtful form, rhythm, and materiality come together to create a visually compelling and responsive architectural statement.

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Key information

Private

Client

New York

Location

2022-2024

Year

Commercial Complex

Project Type

Urban Planning, Architecture and Community Design

Scope of Work

8,500 sq. ft.

Built Area

Architecture

Scope of Work

Commercial Complex

Project Type
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Facts and figures

1.2K

Solar panels installed on the roof, supporting energy-efficient operation.

1.2K

Solar panels installed on the roof, supporting energy-efficient operation.

1.2K

Solar panels installed on the roof, supporting energy-efficient operation.

1.2K

Solar panels installed on the roof, supporting energy-efficient operation.

  • Project Challenge

The challenge was to create a distinctive façade for a commercial complex that would stand out architecturally while remaining responsive to its surroundings. The project also required effective collaboration across geographies, aligning creative ideas and design sensibilities between KC Studio and FZAD Architects.

  • Project Solution

KC Studio focused on developing the elevation concept through detailed hand sketches, exploring form, rhythm, and visual depth. The design approach blended artistic expression with functional considerations, resulting in a façade that is innovative, contextually responsive, and visually dynamic.

  • Project Outcome

The collaboration resulted in a unique façade concept that reflects a balance between art and architecture. The project demonstrates how cross-border design collaboration can produce creative and context-sensitive architectural solutions, giving the commercial complex a strong and memorable visual identity.

“Wasl Tower, a 64-storey mixed-use establishment situated prominently along Sheikh Zayed Road, stands as a testament to architectural finesse and functional versatility. Embracing a multifaceted it accommodates residential apartments, office spaces, restaurants, and a luxurious hotel within its towering structure. The tower stands tall at 302 meters with a substantial footprint covering 167,733 square meters.”

— Ben van Berkel

Founder & Principal Architect, UNS