| In 1998
the DEG has been awarded the first prize of the architectural competition held
for this project. An elected short list
architects competed for a conceptual design of the new building of Akhbar El Yom. The
big press foundation planned to enter the 21st century within a new headquarters
acquired in an outstanding building overlooking the Nile on Beaulac cornice. The
concept presented by architect Amer and his team has proven to be above the challenge
level of the architect's creation and the designer's innovation. The
presented concept widely succeeded in reflecting the tangible harmony between
local spirit and modern technology. It reflected the designer's careful attention
to economy, function and beauty and provided a combination of successful architectural,
structural and engineering aspects up to the client's satisfaction and in conformance
with his program. |