Arab Fund Building
Good for: admiring architecture
- Address
- Airport Rd Shuwaikh
- Website
- Price
- admission free
Lonely Planet review for Arab Fund Building
Although not strictly open to the casual caller, the impressive Arab Fund Building, with a host of exceptionally beautiful rooms, is worth the trouble of gaining access. Call first to request an appointment and explain that you wish to see the building's interior and you'll be given a guided tour by one of the employees.
The gravity of the exterior belies the light and airy interior, designed upon Arabic architectural principles of integrity of space, decoration and function. The magnificent eight-storey atrium with wooden lattices, opening onto a transparent corridor or an exquisite hidden majlis (meeting room), is an exciting reinterpretation of a familiar theme. Traditional craftsmanship from around the Arab world is represented in lavish concoctions of ceramic, carpet and woodwork in one of the most extraordinary expressions of postmodern eclecticism in the Gulf.
Traveller reviews for Arab Fund Building (1)
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One of the most beautiful buildings in the world
abuzain2012 recommends this,
Luckily my friends works there so I had the chance to tour, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful buildings I have ever visited. The amazing part is the interior of the building that is filled with Arabic/Muslim art from around the world. The different rooms have been designed with the best materials from around the world with great attention to detail. My favorite was the marble wall that was cut with extreme water pressure to create an amazing pattern of stars. The tour guide (Abu Yasar) is very knowledgeable of the history of the building as he has been involved since breaking ground on the land. Make sure you don't forget your camera, I couldn't stop taking pictures at every corner. This building is a piece of art!
Good for: admiring architecture
