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Lideta Mercato

Location:Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Architect:VILALTA arquitectura

Year:2016

Size:14,200 sqm

The architects adopted the approach seen in traditional open-air markets in Africa, leading to the lideta mercato to be conceived as a multi-leveled contemporary market place. The striking envelope of the building takes into consideration of the local climate conditions and place. The façade acts as a protection from the harsh sun, controlling the natural light and ventilation into the internal spaces. using a lightweight concrete prefab system, the perforated skin references a traditional Ethiopian fractal pattern commonly found in local fabrics. The passive ventilation system and controlled natural lightening created between the building’s layers and the interior atrium enables the interior space to be airy with a balanced illumination. The square designs of the exterior create a play of light internally. all images © gonzalo guajardo