Timeless Heritage Meets Modern Elegance: A Comparative Study of Al Fahidi and Salmaniah Architecture
This study presents a comparative analysis of two distinct native neighborhoods, Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood in Dubai and the Salmaniah architectural heritage of Saudi Arabia. Both regions are deeply rooted in cultural traditions and architectural brilliance, showcasing unique responses to the...
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| description | This study presents a comparative analysis of two distinct native neighborhoods, Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood in Dubai and the Salmaniah architectural heritage of Saudi Arabia. Both regions are deeply rooted in cultural traditions and architectural brilliance, showcasing unique responses to their respective climates, societal needs, and historical contexts. Al Fahidi, characterized by its wind towers, narrow alleyways, and coral-stone buildings, reflects the vernacular architecture of Dubai, emphasizing environmental adaptability and social interaction. In contrast, Salmaniah architecture in Saudi Arabia, particularly in its historical neighborhoods, embodies intricate designs, mudbrick construction, and a focus on privacy aligned with Islamic traditions. This analysis explores their urban layouts, construction techniques, material use, and cultural significance, shedding light on the interplay between environmental factors and cultural identity. By juxtaposing these two architectural paradigms, the study highlights the shared principles and unique innovations that define the architectural heritage of the Arabian Peninsula. This comparison contributes to a broader understanding of sustainable urban development inspired by traditional design principles in contemporary contexts. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-503ee0c93d6e4239b6cfd6237d46bda52025-08-20T03:21:12ZengEDP SciencesE3S Web of Conferences2267-12422025-01-016320500210.1051/e3sconf/202563205002e3sconf_joe52025_05002Timeless Heritage Meets Modern Elegance: A Comparative Study of Al Fahidi and Salmaniah ArchitectureGul Yasmeen0Assistant Professor at the College of Architecture and Design, Prince Sultan UniversityThis study presents a comparative analysis of two distinct native neighborhoods, Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood in Dubai and the Salmaniah architectural heritage of Saudi Arabia. Both regions are deeply rooted in cultural traditions and architectural brilliance, showcasing unique responses to their respective climates, societal needs, and historical contexts. Al Fahidi, characterized by its wind towers, narrow alleyways, and coral-stone buildings, reflects the vernacular architecture of Dubai, emphasizing environmental adaptability and social interaction. In contrast, Salmaniah architecture in Saudi Arabia, particularly in its historical neighborhoods, embodies intricate designs, mudbrick construction, and a focus on privacy aligned with Islamic traditions. This analysis explores their urban layouts, construction techniques, material use, and cultural significance, shedding light on the interplay between environmental factors and cultural identity. By juxtaposing these two architectural paradigms, the study highlights the shared principles and unique innovations that define the architectural heritage of the Arabian Peninsula. This comparison contributes to a broader understanding of sustainable urban development inspired by traditional design principles in contemporary contexts.https://www.e3s-conferences.org/articles/e3sconf/pdf/2025/32/e3sconf_joe52025_05002.pdfal fahidisalmaniah architecturetraditional architecturecultural heritageurban developmentclimate adaptationarchitectural identity |
| spellingShingle | Gul Yasmeen Timeless Heritage Meets Modern Elegance: A Comparative Study of Al Fahidi and Salmaniah Architecture E3S Web of Conferences al fahidi salmaniah architecture traditional architecture cultural heritage urban development climate adaptation architectural identity |
| title | Timeless Heritage Meets Modern Elegance: A Comparative Study of Al Fahidi and Salmaniah Architecture |
| title_full | Timeless Heritage Meets Modern Elegance: A Comparative Study of Al Fahidi and Salmaniah Architecture |
| title_fullStr | Timeless Heritage Meets Modern Elegance: A Comparative Study of Al Fahidi and Salmaniah Architecture |
| title_full_unstemmed | Timeless Heritage Meets Modern Elegance: A Comparative Study of Al Fahidi and Salmaniah Architecture |
| title_short | Timeless Heritage Meets Modern Elegance: A Comparative Study of Al Fahidi and Salmaniah Architecture |
| title_sort | timeless heritage meets modern elegance a comparative study of al fahidi and salmaniah architecture |
| topic | al fahidi salmaniah architecture traditional architecture cultural heritage urban development climate adaptation architectural identity |
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