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Education 2025 Benghazi, Libya Turnkey Delivery

Benghazi University — College of Law & Planetarium

Adhering to international standards — excellence in modern academic and scientific architecture.

Location Benghazi, Libya

Category Education

Primary Scope Civil Works, Structural Reconstruction & Modern Architectural Finishing

Project Overview

A dual-programme landmark uniting structured legal academia with an immersive astronomical dome.

A landmark educational complex comprising the College of Law and a public Planetarium, designed to give the University of Benghazi campus a distinct academic identity and state-of-the-art learning facilities.

The two structures respond to complementary spatial needs: The College of Law is disciplined and rhythmic — featuring louvred academic wings around a central courtyard, tiered lecture halls, administrative suites, and a fully equipped moot court. The Planetarium forms a dramatic spherical counterpoint, clad in geometric mashrabiya-inspired patterns.

The planetarium dome features a 360-degree cylindrical concave auditorium designed for seamless immersive projection of celestial mechanics, scientific films, and public exhibitions. MERAAS executed comprehensive structural reinforcement, specialized acoustics, and precision mechanical systems.

Key Engineering Highlights

Multi-Tier Lecture Auditoriums & Moot Court

Spherical Geometric Screen with Cultural Motifs

Structural Strengthening & Seismic Verification

Acoustic Ceiling Systems & Climate Control