Doha Private Villas

MZ Architects

MZ Architects' proposed conceptual volume reflected the client's character, lifestyle, and family needs: elegant, modest yet efficient structures encompassing all requested functions and services in a simple and poetic spirit. The series of "sliding" walls engendered private spaces, each of them creating a certain continuity between the interior function and the exterior, thus the diversity of the "microspaces" and their usage.

Although modern in its overall appearance, the architectural design of the project is characterized by its simplicity and classicism, recalling ancient Qatari architecture, especially on the detail level. Yellow stone cladding, wood, and metal are the main elements used in the compound. The finished concept stands as a one-of-a-kind modern yet classic design in a rather monotonous surrounding.

The client's requirements were to design six villas in a plot of approximately 49,130 sqm dedicated to his brothers' families and himself. One same typology would be used for four of the villas, while the remaining two would be smaller in size. To ensure privacy and independence for each family, it was important to separate all house functions as well as service areas. Therefore, while all the houses are located in one common plot, each and every one of them has its own "majlis", servants quarters, parking, and gardens.

The construction started in 2008 and was completed in 2011. The design project posed challenges in terms of ensuring privacy and independence for each family, which was achieved by separating all house functions and service areas. The result is a harmonious residential compound that provides a sense of privacy and individuality for each family while still being part of a larger community.

This design was awarded Silver in the A' Architecture, Building, and Structure Design Award in 2014. The Silver A' Design Award is given to top-of-the-line, creative, and professionally remarkable designs that illustrate outstanding expertise and innovation. These designs, admired for their strong technical characteristics and splendid artistic skill, showcase a remarkable level of excellence and introduce positive feelings, amazement, and wonder.