The Tropical Frame
The Tropical Frame House by Ahmed Habib is a winner of the 2026 Bronze A' Design Award in Architecture, Building and Structure Design.
The Tropical Frame is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a much prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness.
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Tropical Frame House is a contemporary project in Kuwait, developed on a 600 sqm plot, redefining the relationship between architecture, climate, culture and human experience. A perforated volcanic stone envelope forms a protective frame that filters light, air, and views while reducing solar heat gain. Shaped by water, tropical planting, and shaded courtyards, a moderated microclimate emerges within. A glass bottom suspended pool allows natural light to pass through water into interior planting zones, casting dynamic reflections that animate the interior and deepen the spatial experience.
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The Tropical Frame by Ahmed Habib
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Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award Winner in 2026.
Bronze Winner
The Tropical Frame House
The Tropical Frame is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a much prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness. Bronze winners are amply skillful and strikingly creative artifacts that authenticate the vast experience, imagination, and resourcefulness of their designers. The Tropical Frame is expected to be a highly-regarded, admired, and cherished object that is notably professional and innovative. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning design incorporates best practices in art, science, design, and technology, and is excellent for its attention to detail. The Tropical Frame splendidly satisfies needs, touches desires, charms feelings, and appeals to curiosity.
Winner Designer
Ahmed Habib
Ranked #58 worldwide by DAC in 2021, Ahmed Habib is a visionary Egyptian architect known for his innovative designs and profound commitment to societal betterment. Habib has received nine global awards, including the WAF and A'Design Awards. Through his work, Ahmed nurtures community development and inspires architects, creating a lasting legacy in the built environment. His creative solutions to architectural challenges truly set him apart, making him a force of innovation in the industry.
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Ahmed Habib
Habib Architects is a multidisciplinary design house, based in Cairo, providing Urban, Architecture and Interior Design services. Our highly experienced Design Team is from 4 different countries: Egypt, Italy, Ukraine & Poland. We also have a dedicated Technical Team that compromise of Engineers, Draftsmen and Sculptors.
Winner Brand
Mi-Nus
Mi-nus is an award winning multidisciplinary design house, based in Cairo, providing Urban, Architecture and Interior Design services. Our highly experienced Design Team is from 5 different countries: Egypt, Italy, Ukraine, Russia & Poland. We also ha
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