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yamasaki architects: qatar convention center

opening in 2011 is the qatar national convention centre by japanese yamasaki architects. boasting an iconic design and cutting edge facilities, QNCC is the first of its kind being built to the gold certification of U.S. green building council’s leadership in energy and environment design (LEED). the center spans an area of 177,000 sq meters and consists of a specially designed roof containing 3,600 sqm of solar panels which will supply about 12.5% of the project total energy needs. on completion, the QNCC will provide a venue of choice for regional and national conventions, exhibitions, gala events, concerts, weddings and banquets.

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