West Bay Lagoon Plaza: The Dancing Towers of Doha

The Highest and Largest Zig-Zag Residential Twin Towers in the World

Located in the prestigious West Bay area of Doha, Qatar, the West Bay Lagoon Plaza stands as a prime waterfront landmark. Nestled between the prestigious districts of Lusail and The Pearl, this unique complex offers a magical twin view - the Arabian Gulf on one side and the golden landscape of Doha on the other.

What sets the West Bay Lagoon Plaza apart is its distinctive design. Each of the two towers has been articulated by a state-of-the-art architectural vision, granting it a distinctive shape and an incomparable view. The scheme by MZ Architects has deformed the regular lines of common straight towers by dividing each tower into four parallelepiped volumes leaning dramatically at a striking angle of 7.1 degrees from the vertical.

Contrary to common belief, leaning volumes are not difficult to structure. The leans of the Zig-Zag towers, their defining architectural characteristic, were achieved with the usual vertical structure in addition to a supportive leaning structure using cantilevers. Consequently, the towers are self-balanced, and movements are within acceptable building code specified limits, ensuring comparable performance to a vertical building.

The West Bay Lagoon Plaza twin towers consist of 34 floors of residential apartments, conveniently allocating one tower for leasing and another for full ownership. The project occupies a total area of 262,000 square meters, rising proudly to a height of 144 meters above sea level, allowing the unique and wavy shape of the towers to be magically reflected in the water.

Aside from their striking appearance, the Zig-Zag towers offer a range of amenities for residents to enjoy. The project includes a health club, a sauna, a steam bath, a jacuzzi, a temperature-controlled swimming pool, high-speed elevators, and a covered car parking area. Additionally, the towers are separated in the center by a platform that functions as a public plaza, accommodating a variety of public activities, including a food court and a shopping area.

The West Bay Lagoon Plaza has garnered international recognition for its innovative design. In 2014, it was awarded the Silver A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building, and Structure Design category. This prestigious award is given to designs that illustrate outstanding expertise and innovation, showcasing a remarkable level of excellence and introducing positive feelings, amazement, and wonder.

The West Bay Lagoon Plaza, with its unique design and prime location, stands as a testament to the power of rethinking architectural rules and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. It is a symbol of modernity and elegance, adding a touch of artistic flair to the Doha skyline.