Burj Al Mana Tower Curtain Wall by SUNFRAME

Project Overview

Name: Burj Al Mana Tower (Al Mana Tower)

Location: West Bay – Al Dafna, Doha, Qatar

Project Stakeholders

– Owner: Al Bandary Engineering

– Architectural Design: MZ & Partners

Façade Engineering: SunFrame Façade Engineering (SFFE)

Building
Scale

– Total Floor Area: 117,508 sqm

– Structure: 6-level underground parking + Ground floor + 56-story main tower

Functional
Zoning

– Residential: 168 apartments (1-3 bedroom units)

– Commercial: 117 office units

Project
Timeline

– Late 2017: SFFE engaged in project requirements

– 2019: Installation of curtain wall and Mashrabiya system commenced

– 2023: Project completion

Façade
System

Unitized Glass Curtain Wall: 42,000 sqm

– Traditional Shading System (Mashrabiya): 37,000 sqm

The Used Aluminum Cast Component

Aluminum Cast Component A for Burj Al Mana Tower Curtain Wall

Aluminum Cast Component B for Burj Al Mana Tower Curtain Wall

Aluminum Cast Component C for Burj Al Mana Tower Curtain Wall

Aluminum Cast Component D for Burj Al Mana Tower Curtain Wall

Aluminum Cast Component E for Burj Al Mana Tower Curtain Wall

Design Challenges & Technological Applications

1. Uniqueness of the Mashrabia Shading System

– Inspired by Middle Eastern architectural heritage combined with modern technology, requiring highly customized components.

– Many elements had to be custom-molded due to complex geometries, demanding extreme precision in manufacturing.

2. SFFE Core Technologies

– 3D Simulation & Modeling: Utilized 3D simulation technology to analyze material properties and ensure consistency with architectural design.

– 3D Cutting Technology: Digital fabrication techniques enabled precise production and assembly of complex-shaped components.

3. Engineering Challenges

– The curtain wall and Mashrabiya system required coordinated installation, balancing functionality and aesthetics.

– The team overcame complex construction challenges through innovative solutions and meticulous project management.

Project Significance

Landmark Status: As a luxury high-rise complex in Doha’s West Bay, the 56-story tower reshapes the city’s skyline.

Cultural Integration: Merges Middle Eastern architectural heritage (Mashrabiya) with modern façade technology, setting a regional architectural benchmark.

Technical Excellence: SFFE demonstrated full-process expertise in complex façade engineering, establishing a reference case for the industry.

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