Client : United Gulf Bank Location : Manama, Bahrain Associates : Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) Starting Date : 1980 Completion : 1986 Cost : $10 million Project Description: The United Gulf Bank Headquarters is located within the diplomatic area in Bahrain. The building consists of basement, ground, mezzanine and 11 floors. Offices occupy the first 10 floors and a penthouse is located on the top floor. The building utilizes louvers to allow for protection from the harsh sun.