international convention center

competition . 2024

Cambodia

conceptual design proposal for a flexible usable, state-of-the-art convention centre. the modular hall can be divided for hosting up to 8 weddings synchronically and provide hospitality to close to 5000 guests individually.

the icc is covering a plot area of approximately 7.6 hectares. the facility includes eight banquet-style wedding halls, each with a capacity of 600 guests. the halls feature round table seating for up to 10 people per table, served style, with a clear height of 8.0 meters from floor to ceiling. 

the project focuses on innovative design, flexibility, and modularity to accommodate various events such as weddings, conventions, fairs, exhibits, and concerts. 

essential to its success are robust mechanical-electrical systems, ist efficient user traffic flow, and state-of-the-art amenities, including smart parking and modern audio-visual systems. 

architectural concept

the new convention centre is a solitary, ornamental structure with four equal sides, radiating and resonating to all directions. the folded, radial shaped roof magnifies this effect.

façade

folded elements create an elegant and memorable envelop of the centre, reminding to ancient khmer ornaments and resonating architectural features of cambodia’s “golden age”. the distinct form provides interesting sights while sheltering climate sensitively from the elements.

modularity and flexibility

the eight halls divided by mobile, room tall walls can be flexibly configurated into multiple size and shaped spaces, suiting the specific event and customers’ needs and preferences.

structure

an economical, cladded steel truss forms the cover of the entire building. the folding of the roof creates strength with minimal use of material. the canopy structure is supported by singe piles in the park and the two layers of walls with their upper tube rings. a double layer concrete slab, resting on a regular grid of concrete columns, functions like an h-beam, with flanges of upper and lower slabs and webs of hidden beams, keep the platform slim and material efficient.
the compact, repetitive building with lightweight steel structure leads to an efficient yet impressive construction. the steel can be recycled after the building’s lifespan. 

ECONOMY & ECOLOGY

insulated, reflective steel roof panels in combination with the acoustic ceiling, the generous shading of the façades by the roof canopy in conjunction with the lush park surrounding keeps the need for air-conditioning and hence electricity consumption to a minimum.

ground infiltration of rainwater and water evaporation through the tree covering, with roots reaching to the ground water, contributes to flood mitigation and a desirable microclimate.