About the Project

Designed by Asif Khan Studio, the three Entry Portals marked the principal entrances to Expo 2020 Dubai. Inspired by the traditional Arabian mashrabiya, their intricate lattice structures reinterpret a familiar architectural element through contemporary materials and engineering.

Standing 21 metres high, the portals were constructed from lightweight carbon-fibre composite, creating monumental yet remarkably transparent gateways. Their woven geometry filters daylight, casting patterns of light and shadow that change throughout the day.

My photographic series explores the relationship between structure, transparency and scale, capturing the portals from ground-level and aerial perspectives. The images highlight their geometric precision, the interplay of light and shadow, and their presence within the wider Expo 2020 landscape.

About the Project

Client: Expo City Dubai
Project: Expo City Portals
Design: Asif Khan Studio
Location: Dubai, UAE
Year: 2022
Photographer: Dany Eid
Services: Architectural Photography

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