The UAE pavilion at Expo 2015 in Milan - in pictures

  • Expo 2015 was hosted by Milan, Italy. Photo: Dr Peter Vine
    Expo 2015 was hosted by Milan, Italy. Photo: Dr Peter Vine
  • Project director Dr Peter Vine, right, with a director from architects Foster + Partners, stand in front of the UAE Pavilion. Photo: Dr Peter Vine
    Project director Dr Peter Vine, right, with a director from architects Foster + Partners, stand in front of the UAE Pavilion. Photo: Dr Peter Vine
  • The six-month expo opened on May 1, 2015. Daniel Bardsley / The National
    The six-month expo opened on May 1, 2015. Daniel Bardsley / The National
  • The UAE pavilion brought the traditional desert city to Milan. Daniel Bardsley / The National
    The UAE pavilion brought the traditional desert city to Milan. Daniel Bardsley / The National
  • The interior of self-shaded streets represented the UAE’s ancient communities. Daniel Bardsley / The National
    The interior of self-shaded streets represented the UAE’s ancient communities. Daniel Bardsley / The National
  • The building was designed to be recycled and rebuilt in the UAE after the expo. Photo: Dr Peter Vine
    The building was designed to be recycled and rebuilt in the UAE after the expo. Photo: Dr Peter Vine
  • The pavilion also highlighted the challenges of sustaining life in a desert climate. Daniel Bardsley / The National
    The pavilion also highlighted the challenges of sustaining life in a desert climate. Daniel Bardsley / The National