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WTO

The expansion of the headquarters of the WTO is on the banks of Lake Geneva with a view of the Mont Blanc and in the middle of an impressive parkland.

It integrates itself into the difficult topographical situation with massive differences in levels and generates a clear connection between the city and the park. The existing building luminaires are recorded in parts and the height development is oriented to the overall system.At a reasonable distance from the neo-classical buildings, the new building also creates a high-quality exterior space. The result is a balanced, well-proportioned overall picture, enriched by the dialogue between the old and the new. In the pedestal zone are the common facilities.

Photography by © Brigida González

The floating, crystalline building body houses the administration and all office areas. The constructive and clear plastic design of the building creates a high degree of transparency. Depending on the light situation, the building appears almost transparent or reflects the surrounding tree stand and thus integrates itself into the park.