Seafront Hotel, Libya

Concept | Hotel | Mixed Use | Awarded | conference centre | masterplanning | residential | offices | retail | seafront | promemade

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The Seafront Hotel project is located on the most prominent piece of land in Libya and spans 5 kilometres of spectacular seafront. The project includes a business hotel, cafés, restaurants, residential blocks, offices, retail and recreational areas. The master plan is inspired by a Mediterranean tree leaf and exemplifies THINK NATURE and Biophilic design.  

Each hotel room is elegantly designed, with an innovative ceiling structure, suspending Swarovski scatterings which provide a clever partitioning within the room. The hotel design has been awarded several times and it was a front-page feature in the Build Magazine in Dec 2015. 

The concept of the project is based on a simple but very efficient shape – the leaf - which maximises the surface area directly exposed to sunlight and promotes photosynthesis. We have used the exact same principle for this scheme to make the most of natural light. 

The Biophilic design introduces gardens and swimming pools in the centre of the hotel. There are three types of rooms; the city view room, the garden view room and the sea view room. This way the hotel can offer a range of rooms and prices for their guests to choose from.

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The floor is adorned with intricate patterns, while the bed and desk are integrated as one continuous structure. A signature Zaha Hadid sofa adds a sculptural touch to the space, blending functionality with contemporary style.
Interior of the Seafront Hotel lobby, showcasing intricate Arabic patterns on the ceiling, highlighted by sparkling Swarovski crystals that accentuate the design, creating a luxurious and welcoming atmosphere.
Interior of the guest room at the Seafront Hotel, featuring Swarovski curtains, hidden lighting elements, and mirror glass surfaces that reflect the room's elegant design.

The hotel features a dramatic cantilever structure extending 8 metres outwards from every floor, towards the sea. 

Research has shown that guests would be willing to pay 23% more for a room with views of Biophilic elements and features.  

Masterplan of the Seafront Hotel, illustrating the layout and organization of the hotel complex, with clear zones for guest rooms, public spaces, and outdoor areas, all designed to maximize sea views and natural light.
Floor plan of the Seafront Hotel, illustrating the layout of guest rooms, lounges, and public spaces, designed for both comfort and connection to the surrounding seascape.

The organic shapes create harmonious forms, the connections in-between the spaces are fluid and the design is elegant and tranquil. 

A big promenade is to be created adjacent to the retail and leisure areas connecting the masterplan to the city and its people. 

The combination of retail, restaurants and leisure activities creates a unique pull for people to visit and spend considerable time there. 

Close-up of the article in Build Magazine showcasing a feature on Debbie Flevotomou Architects, highlighting their unique approach to architectural design and vision.

Environmental friendly techniques included in the design:

Green Roof

Green Floors (Gardens) (3 in total)

Electrohomic glass

Passive solar

Greywater treatment

Eco-friendly lighting and fittings

Natural cross ventilation

Maximization of daylight

Night cooling

Recycled plastic

Recycled materials

Shape of the building prevents wind turbulence

Tidal Energy

Super insulated structure

Brise Soleil

Rainwater harvesting system

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DEBBIE FLEVOTOMOU ARCHITECTS LIMITED, 2ND FLOOR,BERKELEY SQUARE HOUSE, BERKELEY SQUARE, MAYFAIR, LONDON, W1J 6BD