Faculty of Medicine of Laayoune, Ibn Zohr University / SAMA ARCHITECTESSave this picture! Samir KhaldounUniversity, MoroccoArchitects: SAMA ARCHITECTESAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:23500 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Samir KhaldounManufacturersBrands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers: AVOLUX, Armstrong Ceilings, Auxenco, Disano, FOSNOVA, Faro , Onok Lighting, Rockfon, Sepalumic, VitrA Lead Architects: Samir Khaldoun, Malika Nassif More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. Our ambition is to create an iconic building imbued with authenticity, an architecture that evokes our heritage. The local context is highlighted to establish a strong identity while adding a distinctly contemporary touch, reflective of our time.As a nod to traditional architecture, we have used local materials such as Travertine marble-volubilis, crowned with geometric patterns inspired by Moroccan heritage, as well as perforated panels reminiscent of "moucharabiehs." The traditional motifs of these panels adorn the faades of the project, giving it an identity inspired by southern Morocco.Save this picture!The project engages in a subtle dialogue with its environment, reflected in its scale, proportions, rhythms, and architecture, which is both powerful and measured, sober yet rich. The different entities of the faculty are characterized by architectural expressions that make them easily identifiable, ensuring both the richness of the architecture and the diversity of spatial experiences. However, the overall harmony of the project is achieved through the careful treatment of the faades and the architectural language adopted, focused on simplicity, the refinement of mass, and the geometry of the volumes.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The silhouette of the building projects itself into the space, forming a structure strong in its symbolism, an imprint that enhances the urban landscape. From within, users enjoy pleasant atmospheres, soft natural light, and a spectacular play of light and shadow on the faades throughout the day.As night falls, this perception is reversed, and the dramatic effect is felt from the outside: the faade shifts continuously through beams of light escaping through the patterns, emanating from the illuminated spaces, in rhythm with the activities taking place inside the faculty.Save this picture!Save this picture!The overall atmosphere of the project is enhanced by color, transforming the space with the changing sun and seasons. This is brought about by the ochre hue of the walls, which contrasts with the blue sky of Laayoune and the greenery of the garden/oasis nestled in the shadow of the building's mass. The Travertine marble walls give the project a unique charm with their rich textures and varied, undulating lines in different shades, typical of this natural stone.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:, MoroccoLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeSAMA ARCHITECTESOfficePublished on November 23, 2024Cite: "Faculty of Medicine of Laayoune, Ibn Zohr University / SAMA ARCHITECTES" 23 Nov 2024. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1023844/faculty-of-medicine-of-laayoune-ibn-zohr-university-sama-architectes&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream