exterior shot render a contemporary data center building with minimalist clean lines and a modular fa ade system it is located in adu dhabi united arab emirates the plot is in a desert zone the exterior features light grey precast concrete panels in 1 meter and 2 meter widths these panels alternate between fluted vertical textures and recessed openings for windows window and opening sizes match the modular grid 1 meter and 2 meters and are deeply recessed enhancing fa ade depth some 1 meter wide fluted panels are subtly extruded beyond both window and ribbed panels creating rhythmic variation and shadow play the recessed sections of the fa ade are a slightly darker grey glass windows that reflects the environment the entrance is marked by a precast concrete splayed canopy framed in brushed steel projecting outward with a crisp sculptural form lighting is soft and natural under a clear blue sky with sunlight casting defined but gentle shadows that emphasize the fluting and fa ade modulation the surrounding is a wide pathway made of stone grey concrete pavers leading directly to the main entrance adjacent to the pathway is a clean paved road providing vehicular access and reinforcing the urban desert context there is a parking and driveway infront of the facade the overall finish of the walls should be matte and not glossy the sky should have clouds and provide sun glare