table of contents
Introduction
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Mission and Vision
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About Ă–koplan
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Services
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Planning
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Urban Design
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Landscaping
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Architectural Design
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Interior Design
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Civil and Structural Engineering
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introduction
is one of the leading engineering consultancy firms in Egypt, with a distinguished team of planners, architects and engineers, whose practice covers a wide range of services, including planning, urban design, landscaping, architectural design, interior design, civil and
We nurture INNOVATIVE IDEAS
structural engineering. Originally founded in Stuttgart, Germany,
began
its services in 1990; another office was later established in Cairo, Egypt in 1993. Since then, the firm has been involved in a broad variety of projects with different typologies: smallscale and large-scale; individual buildings and large complexes, both inside and outside Egypt.
Over the past ten years,
team has established strong relationships with numerous overseas engineering
consultancy firms, thus becoming exposed to other ways of practice, making it possible to exchange different work methodologies.
The firm´s expertise in design and development is underpinned by a long history of successfully completed projects. In this profile, we present a summary of our vision, work process and the experience of the team behind our uniqueness.
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mission and vision
´s work is driven by the quest for quality- a belief that our contribution to the built environment is a vital step towards providing present and future generations with a better quality of life. As a group of planners, urban designers, architects and engineers, we nurture innovative ideas that reveal high standards of professional skills. We work together
Design your QUALITY OF LIFE
as a team, utilizing progressive design approaches and integrating state-of-the-art technologies throughout the design process, to achieve the best quality within the most economic and feasible means. explores the complex challenges of built and natural environments, developing solutions that balance a modern aesthetic, with an ecologically sensitive practice to create value and identity, while fulfilling the global
commitment to sustainability. We are concerned with the physical contexts of all our projects and are sensitive to the cultures and climates of their places, acknowledging that architecture is generated by the needs of people, and always guided by the belief that the quality of our surroundings directly influences the quality of our lives.
We are convinced that high quality is achieved through clarity and transparency in design; our buildings are created from the balanced combination of forms, which are positioned in the urban context according to how they relate to the skyline or the streetscape of the surroundings. This approach is coupled by our strong commitment to the clients we serve, and also to the public realm and the many users involved.
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about Ăśkoplan
is a full-service engineering consultancy firm, originally founded in Stuttgart, Germany in 1990. Another office was later established in Cairo, Egypt in 1993. The firm is a unified multi-discipline organization that delivers innovative and cost-effective solutions to meet and exceed
More than JUST A DESIGN GROUP
clients´ needs through focused and responsive teamwork. With more than 180 engineers, our scope of services covers a variety of specialties: planning, urban design, landscape design, architectural design, interior design and structural engineering.Our work volume in the Middle East comprises projects that cover- in total- around 25,000,000 sqm of land. Annually, we develop more than 1,400,000 sqm of project
built-up areas, starting from conceptual design to construction drawings and tender documents, in addition to site supervision and construction management. INNOVATION is considered the driving force of our work.
commits itself to creating original solutions that
strongly relate to the surrounding environment. Each and every project is tackled from within its unique circumstances in order to manage its constraints, while unleashing its potentials. TEAMWORK is considered the backbone of our practice. It is achieved through the interaction between members, who inspire each other so as to reach higher levels of performance. We all work for the best interest of the task at hand. ENJOYMENT is the spirit of our team. We all take pleasure in the designs we conceive, in transforming visions into reality. Together, we have created much more than just a design group. It is our greatest joy to focus passionately on materializing novel ideas throughout our practice.
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PLANNING City planning, land-use planning, tourism planning, industrial planning, and strategic planning for different community types
URBAN DESIGN Master planning, urban land-use planning, city space design, and design guidelines
LANDSCAPING Site design, softscape, hardscape, water features, and street furniture
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Architectural design for different building types
INTERIOR DESIGN Interior design for hotels, offices and residential buildings
CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING Geotechnical studies, surveying works, structural design and structural systems
Each of the indicated services is carried out through different work stages, as follows: Pre-Schematic Design: identification of client’s needs and objectives; preparation of feasibility studies, financial and time requirements, project scope; establishment of site-related limitations. Development of initial statement of requirements into the Design Brief, identification of procurement method, procedures, organizational structure and range of consultants and others to be involved in the project. Schematic Design: implementation of Design Brief and preparation of additional data, preparation of concept design, including outline proposals for structural and building services systems, design guidelines, outline specifications and cost estimation, review of procurement route. Design Development: refinement and description of the size and character of a project, development of concept design to include structural and building services systems, updated outline specifications and cost plan. Preparation of technical
We deliver C O ST-E FFECTIVE SOLUTIONS
designs and specifications, coordination of project elements for statutory standards and approvals, as well as construction safety. Construction Documents: production of detailed working drawings, detailed information for construction, coordination between engineering disciplines, BOQs, specifications and final cost estimation. Tender Documentation: preparation of tender documents in sufficient detail to enable a tender or tenders to be obtained for the project. Tender Action: identification and evaluation of potential contractors and/or specialists for the project. Obtaining and appraising tenders; submission of recommendations to the client; awarding contracts. Site Supervision: ensuring proper standards of construction within agreed-upon cost and time limits. Project Management Construction Management (PMCM): planning, organizing and managing the various tasks involved in a construction project to ensure completion in accordance with technical drawings, while controlling the specified time frame and budget.
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planning
Planning is the dynamic process of setting goals, developing strategies, and outlining tasks and schedules to accomplish these goals, and thus transform visions into reality. It deals with the organization of all the elements that make up cities
Transforming visions INTO REALITY
and handles their growth and functionality, bringing many different disciplines under a single umbrella. Our scope of services deals with different types of communities on the strategic planning level, as well as on the physical planning level, covering a range of activities, which include site analysis and selection, city planning,
land-use planning, tourism planning, and industrial planning. The projects vary in locations, sizes, and their surrounding environments, which affect the way each of them is handled.
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planning
has been involved in the design of major new urban communities around Cairo, such as the extension of New Cairo City, 6th of October City, Badr City and Al-Shorouk City; in addition to the strategic planning of a number of Egyptian cities, such as Luxor and Ismailia. Moreover, key members have taken part in Cairo: 2050 vision, which outlines the long-term plan for Cairo, with the aim of reversing urban deterioration and improving the quality of life.
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urban design
Urban Design is about establishing connections between people and places, movement and urban form, nature and the built fabric. It brings together the many aspects of place-making, sustainability and economic viability into the
The art of MAKING PLACES
creation of places with distinct beauty and clear identity. Urban Design is about creating a vision for an area, then using suitable architecture and landscape design to bring the vision to life. It is about shaping the physical setting of life in different communities and involves the design of groups of buildings and spaces, thus establishing the processes that make successful development possible.
Throughout 30 years of expertise,
key members have gained a strong reputation in urban design, developing
a large number of projects over different design levels, which range from the master planning of a whole urban community to the creation of a single space. The projects vary in locations, areas, typologies, design themes and life styles; covering a number of resorts inside and outside Egypt, residential compounds, sports clubs, commercial centers, and office parks to mention only a few.
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urban design
At
, we provide clients with masterplan
solutions that match their aspirations and can be realized in today´s demanding economic environment. Using our multi-skilled resources, we achieve design visions that are underpinned by ease of movement, legibility of space, clear city branding, safety, sustainability and access to high-quality public spaces. Our philosophy seeks to create places that bring about a higher quality of life and economic vitality- above all attracting people to use and enjoy new environments.
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landscaping
Landscaping is the design of outdoor, public and private spaces that are both visually striking and functional, achieving environmental, behavioural and aesthetic outcomes. The success of a design relies heavily on the systematic examination and understanding of the existing
The art of creating
social, ecological, and geological conditions of the site.
OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES
Landscaping is one of our core fields of work; it is about understanding the client's objectives, and then applying our expertise to develop visionary and high quality design solutions. With our extensive experience over the past 30 years, we have produced a multitude of successful designs for small-scale and large-scale projects, ranging from the garden design
of single-family houses, to the landscape planning of new urban communities, resorts and business parks.
Thanks to the use of cutting-edge technologies, every project is conceived, planned and viewed in advance, allowing no room for chance. We believe that each landscape design should enhance the overall architecture of the place, should provide a stimulating and aesthetically-pleasant environment, should respond elegantly to the functional requirements of the design program, and finally, should provide all this while meeting the client’s budget expectations.
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landscaping
We offer the complete range of landscape services from schematic design to construction and tender documents, in addition to site supervision and construction management. At , we design, with the same passion and precision, small private urban gardens and large landscape solutions for public spaces and compounds. We work as a team, taking into consideration the relationships between buildings and their surroundings, the topography, walls, roads, and planting. We are aware of the influence exerted by climate, and the relationships of earth, plants, water and building materials to create an architectural landscape integrated with the natural and man-made environment.
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architecture
Architecture is the art and science of building; addressing both viability and cost for the builder, as well as aesthetics and function for the user. It is about the creative manipulation and coordination of materials, forms and technology, with the aim of providing the spatial and shelter
The art of MAKING BUILDINGS
needs of people, thus deeply affecting their well-being, security and quality of living. Over the years,
members have designed and
realized a large number of buildings, covering a wide range of typologies, such as single-family houses, apartment buildings, malls, offices, hotels, clubhouses, sports and educational buildings.
´s architecture mirrors clarity, as an expression of aesthetic beauty, as well as functionality and sustainability. By the creative organization of materials and components of mass, space, form, volume, texture, colour, light and shadow, we are continuously in search of the simplest way to design a structure, always keeping in mind the goal of achieving the highest functionality with the most basic elements and the most economic means.
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architecture
Clean-cut forms, transparency, simple geometry and smooth surfaces are our trademarks; they shape our brand and reflect our identity. At
, we fully
adopt the concept of simplicity because we believe that simple forms free people from everyday clutter, and that clear spatial designs help create an atmosphere of serenity and tranquility.
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interior design
Interior design is the art of creating indoor spaces. It is a multi-faceted profession, in which aesthetic and technical skills are applied within a building- based on an understanding of architectural elements- to conceive an interior environment that fulfils the client’s needs and
Conceiving indoor living ENVIRONMENTS
aspirations. Over the years, we have developed a number of interior design projects, including residential, hotel and office spaces, seeking appropriate solutions and applying them in a sensitive manner that promotes the welfare of our clients and improves the psychological and physical quality of their lives
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civil and structural engineering
Structural engineering is a professional discipline that deals with the analysis and design of structures that support or resist loads. Every part of a building is subject to the effects of outside forces: gravity, wind, earthquakes, and temperature changes, to mention only a few. Throughout
Creative thinking, INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS
history, people have constructed buildings that have withstood these forces over a long period of time, primarily using rules of thumb derived from their own experiences and those of their predecessors. In recent centuries, the scientific and industrial revolutions introduced analytical approaches that allowed designers to go beyond empirical limitations and predict the behaviour of building systems and components that existed only in their imaginations.
This gave rise to the formalization and specialization of the modern engineering profession, which in turn led to more accurate and cost-effective designs. Today, the individual responsible for ensuring that buildings will remain standing, while carrying out their intended functions is the structural engineer.
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civil and structural engineering
provides clients with world-class engineering. Relying on an experienced, creative team of structural designers and material engineers, we solve problems and provide comprehensive technical support in all aspects of construction. We take on each project with a multidisciplinary approach that enables our team and technical staff to rise to challenges, achieving innovative design solutions. We enjoy what we do and are committed to maximize our ability to support our clients regardless of time, location or circumstances.
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Cairo: 1160/15 Al-Mosheer Ahmed Ismail St., Sheraton Buildings, Cairo, Egypt Tel.: +202 22691104, +202 22691105, +202 22691106, +202 22691107 Stuttgart: Alte Weinsteige 15, 70180 Stuttgart (Germany), Telefon: +49 711-630366 Fax: +49 711-630723 www.oekoplan.com.eg
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