Two Towers, Libya Hotel | Residential | Iconic | Apartments block | mixed use Partly a boutique hotel and partly residential, the Two Towers is a perfect oval cut into two. A ten storeys building with two functions, independent yet interrelated. This THINK NATURE building is the only Oval Tower in between square buildings and the design is based on Biophilic forms and patterns. The Biophilic façade enhances the dynamism of the diffused light and shadows filtering into the interior space while preventing overheating. Inspired by traditional Arabic motifs, it enhances privacy, reduces direct sunlight and helps with the natural ventilation. The hotel and residential functions of the building use shared facilities: for example a common reading room, gym, swimming pool, cinema room etc.., whilst remaining completely separate. The distinct exterior shape represents the half moon, a symbol rooted in local history and culture. The area is full of hotels and residential blocks, so the vision for the new edifice is to be iconic - with a more exciting design, in order to attract the visitors’ interest. Environmental friendly techniques used in the design: Brise Soleil Passive solar Greywater Eco-friendly lighting and fittings Natural cross ventilation Night cooling Maximization of daylight Shape of the building prevents wind turbulence Super insulated structure Structural and cladding 3D Printing District heating Displacement ventilation Recycled timber Natural materials: Bamboo, cork etc. IoT system for the hotel