Housing Heritage and Urbanisation in the Middle East and North Africa

<p>This book explores the interconnection between housing heritage and urbanisation. Bringing together architects archaeologists urban sociologists urban designers urban planners and landscape architects this multi-authored and interdisciplinary volume presents diverse case studies from the Middle East and North Africa shedding light on the past present and future of residential spaces.</p><p></p><p>With its focus to traditional modern and contemporary housing in Egypt Iran Morocco Syria and Tunisia Housing Heritage and Urbanisation in the Middle East and North Africa explores the correlation between architecture urban planning and society. The contributors critique the impact of rapid urbanisation and global architectural standardisation which often goes beyond local identity. Instead they advocate for a sustainable urban development rooted in community needs and cultural heritage.</p><p></p><p>Ultimately this volume argues that successful urban planning must balance modernity with tradition ensuring that housing reflects the lived experiences of its inhabitants. A crucial read for scholars and practitioners it reaffirms that sustainable cities must be shaped by local needs not just global trends.</p>