News Summary

• Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi is the latest addition to the cultural district of Saadiyat Island.
• It was designed by Mecanoo for Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism, and developed in collaboration with entertainment company Miral.
• The main structure is formed of concrete, while its exterior is wrapped in ridged panels of ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) chosen to ensure "durability in the desert climate" The landscape surrounding the museum is modelled on a desert wadi and scattered with plants and animal sculptures.