Where airlines once took off, Casa Anfa is flying the flag for modern urbanism in Morocco. Supported by Holcim’s sustainable building solutions, this ambitious mega project is transforming western Casablanca as a dynamic financial center that seamlessly balances modern business, community living, with abundant nature.
As a model for sustainable urban development, Casa Anfa is the realization of a bold vision for Casablanca, and a benchmark for regional innovation, having already achieved the prestigious HQE Aménagement International certification for its commitment to environmental excellence.
350 hectares of former airport land transformed into 4,3 million m2 modern district
120 m3/h ready-mix concrete capacity from a dedicated on-site plant
300 000 m3 of Holcim concrete delivered for landmark skyscrapers
100 hectares of dedicated greenery provide 10 m2 of nature per resident
25 000 m3 of ECOPact low-carbon concrete used for various buildings
Casa Anfa accommodates 100 000 residents and creates 100 000 new jobs
The Vision
In Casablanca – the Maghreb’s largest city with 4.3 million inhabitants – the Casa Anfa project is redefining the future of urban living.
Spanning 350 hectares on the site of the historic Anfa Airport, this ambitious project, managed by the Urban Development Agency of Anfa (AUDA), is strengthening Casablanca’s status as the financial center of Northern Africa and Morocco’s thriving international metropole.
Casa Anfa, planned as a vibrant multicultural center, was divided into multifunctional areas to accommodate 100 000 residents and generate the same number of jobs in the long term.
To sustain this thriving community, Casa Anfa encompasses a complete urban ecosystem, with comprehensive facilities ranging from healthcare and education to retail, hotels, and various cultural and leisure spaces.
To keep this urban hub dynamic and seamlessly integrated into the city, Casa Anfa was planned around five tramway stations and a Bus Rapid Transit (BHNS) line. By providing easy access to public transport for both residents and professionals, Casa Anfa is contributing to the city’s sustainability efforts and ensuring the future of Casablanca is always in motion.
Customer perspective
“Casa Anfa symbolizes the transition to a new generation of human development cities that places citizens and the community at the heart of the project design, with an integrated, sustainable vision fully aligned with the best international standards.”
Youssef Hayat, Communication Director at AUDA
Holcim perspective
“Casa Anfa is a true showcase of how we are shaping the future of sustainable construction in Morocco with our building materials and solutions that are more efficient, innovative and sustainable.”
Khalid Samaka, Holcim Morocco CEO
The Solution
To meet the project’s massive scale when construction began in 2015, Holcim installed a dedicated on-site concrete batching plant, served by 15 trucks. With a production capacity of 120 m³/h, this ensures reliable, high-volume supply for the district’s complex requirements.
Partnering with our client, Holcim has already delivered over 300 000 m³ of premium concrete to the project, including specialized high-performance and sustainable solutions that were expressly demanded by the project’s technical specifications.
More than 25 000 m3 of ECOPact low-carbon concrete was used in several buildings. This reduced construction-related emissions by at least 30% compared to standard (CEM I) concrete, with our mixes backed by the very first Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in Morocco - a true local milestone in sustainable construction.
To accelerate construction cycles and meet tight delivery schedules, Chronolia, our range of high-performance, rapid-hardening ready-mix concretes – ensured high early strength, while Agilia self-compacting concrete ensured smooth finishes and full design freedom - bringing Casa Anfa’s sophisticated architectural vision to life.
Major skyscrapers within Casa Anfa, like the CFC Tower, were built using 32 000 m³ of Holcim’s high performance concrete, while the Borj Attijari used 36 000 m³ of our Ultra series concrete – defined by its high strength, durability and workability, as well as Tector advanced mortars.
Architect’s perspective
“Casa Anfa demonstrates Morocco’s ability to produce sophisticated, responsible, and modern architecture that is firmly grounded in its context – supporting CdG Development and AUDA’s environmental vision.”
Omar Alaoui, Associate Architect at Morphosis
Engineer’s perspective
“EPDs are an invaluable tool for every player in the construction process, from developers and architects to engineers, contractors, and end-users. By publishing EPDs, industry leaders like Holcim play a vital role in driving sustainable construction at both the building level, and the broader urban landscape.”
Zakaria Sadik, President of Alto Eko
The Icon
Casa Anfa is a testament to environmental excellence and effortless connectivity. One hundred hectares, nearly a third of the total area, is dedicated to lush green spaces and public walkways, ensuring a high quality of life for both residents, workers and visitors.
Designed by Morphosis architects, the Casablanca Finance City (CFC) Tower stands 122 meters tall – making it the fourth highest building in Morocco and the second highest in Casablanca. The LEED Gold-certified tower draws inspiration from traditional Moroccan geometric tilework, seamlessly blending rich heritage with future-proof architectural design.
The Borj Attijari combines LEED Gold-certified office spaces for the headquarters of Morocco’s largest bank with high-end residential units rated HQE International “Excellent”. Reflecting its institutional character through an impressive, modern design, the Borj Attijari is a model of sustainable architecture and development across the Maghreb region.
The 120-meter BCP Tower fuses climate-smart engineering with traditional Moroccan lattice work design, delivering LEED-certified headquarters for the Banque Centrale Populaire, one of the nation’s leading financial institutions.
The HQE “Excellent” certified CIMR Tower is the head office of Morocco’s leading private pension fund. It features a design of three interlocking towers, representing intergenerational unity, and providing a natural solar filter for office spaces.
Directly facing Anfa Park, the Faubourgs d’Anfa residential complex pairs modern architectural design with an HQE “Excellent” certification, offering sustainable and comfortable living with high thermal efficiency.
Once complete, Casa Anfa will stand as a global icon of sustainable urban construction. It will redefine the quality of life for 100 000 residents and visitors through its “green heart” and further solidify Casablanca ‘s status as an international financial hub.
As the leading partner for sustainable construction in Morocco, Holcim backs its low-carbon innovations like ECOPact with deep technical expertise and on-the ground support for our customers – ensuring this new addition to Casablanca’s iconic skyline will stand the test of time.
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