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Traditional architecture of shopping center project

Published by Husam Talib on February 22, 2024

In the UAE, a shopping center project embracing traditional architecture faced initial municipal rejection due to commercial land-use restrictions. Following the owner’s switch to a new consultancy firm, special approval was obtained, and the project became the area’s first sanctioned commercial development. The design features inward-looking plans, air towers for natural ventilation, and materials like mud that echo the desert environment. Despite starting construction in 2010 with a contemporary design, the project retains low-density traditional forms, such as courtyards and defensive layouts reminiscent of local souqs.

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Neoclassical architecture villa design project

Published by Husam Talib on February 21, 2024

This neoclassical architecture villa in Jumeirah, UAE, fuses local design elements with international neoclassical influences. Built in 2011, covering 425 Sqm, the villa boasts air towers for ventilation, courtyards, and servant quarters, prioritizing privacy and cool spaces in a high-temperature environment. Details include corbels, corniches, and dome elements, harmonizing traditional materials and modern themes.

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Urbanism: urban design, & public art and space quality

Published by Husam Talib on January 10, 2024

The article explores the relationship between architecture and urban design in urban planning, focusing on the creation and analysis of urban public spaces. It discusses the functions of urban public spaces, their role in urban renewal, and the integration of public art. The location and significance of public art in urban spaces are also examined.

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