North Africa

Algeria Gulf Bank Headquarters

SSH was awarded First Prize in the 2010 AGB international design competition. The building will be located on the El Biar district roundabout in Algeria’s capital city, Algiers. The project comprises two 16 storey twin towers rising from a shared base within the 29,514 sqm site. The towers are oriented towards the roundabout.

The new Algeria Gulf Bank headquarters will create a strong signature landmark within the capital. A distinguishing architectural feature will be the way the building plays with light and shade, contrasting between the building’s transparent and opaque facade. SSH followed a sustainable design philosophy and incorporated energy savings and the use of environmental friendly materials.