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areas beyond the concourse. The pillars supporting the roof consist of light-coloured
concrete and extend into a steel bole and an aluminium casting bearing the eight
branches of the “capital”.

The underside of the roof is made of wood. The facades are clad with clear, transparent
glass framed in steel structures. The mashrabiyya is made of fiber-reinforced concrete.
Kiosks housing shops and services are designed as easily modifiable objects featuring
metal structures and glass panels. Their expected lifespan is shorter than that of the
building as they should be easily modulated to adapt to the potential development
of new programmes in the future, and to reflect changing life styles and the evolving
relations between the national rail operator (ONCF) and its users.
The main passenger pathways are equipped with automatic doors which allow for
fluid movements while minimising air draughts. Upper and lower levels are linked by
lifts. The whole building can, thus, be accessed both by mobility impaired users and by
people laden with luggage or carrying pushchairs and prams.

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