architecture

Film My Design: A platform for Egyptian designers and filmmakers to tell stories, be seen from near and far

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 - 12:15 GMT

The second edition of Film My Design (FMD), the first festival of its kind in Egypt and MENA, kicked off in January, presenting an opportunity for designers, architects, and filmmakers in the region to collaborate, inspire, receive training, and win prizes. Most importantly, it is an opportunity for them to be seen by the public.

Hassan Beik Palace: A 150-year-old Italian architecture in Egypt’s Sharqiah

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 - 01:52 GMT

Blended Italian architecture with oriental heritage, the palace’s design is considered a masterpiece, standing in Bani Hassan Village, defying time and weather conditions.

15K Egyptian candidates apply on admission tests for academic year 2021/2022

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 - 02:01 GMT

Yet, that is not the final number as application on the website is still open until August 19, 2021.

House of Egyptian Architecture to host ‘Importance of Urban Documentation & Responsibility of Publishing Houses’ symposium on July 13

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 - 12:56 GMT

Architecture is the most comprehensive expression of human culture and collective behavior.

Exhibition of creations of Italian architects in Egypt inaugurated in presence of Italian Ambassador

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 - 12:48 GMT

Head of Egypt’s National Organization for Urban Harmony Mohammed Abu Saada, Italian Ambassador to Egypt Giampaolo Cantini and Director of the Italian Cultural Institute launched the exhibition of creations of Italian architects in Egypt.

Progress rate of Egypt's new 'Garden City' neighborhood revealed

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 - 01:54 GMT

Its architectural design is a mix of baroque and more modern styles of French architecture.

The Story of Gayer Anderson Museum

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 - 05:26 GMT

Beit El Kritliyya or The Gayer Anderson Museum is a manifestation of the majesty and grandeur of Islamic architecture and is noted as one of the well-preserved demonstrations of the domestic architecture of Cairo of the 17th century.

Architecture student: when it’s too hot, bring fan to exam

Sat, 26 May 2018 - 12:32 GMT

A student stirred sarcasm on social media for bringing a fan to the exams in anticipation of the hot weather on Tuesday.

Chariot transfer shows world Egypt, GEM are safe: Enany

Sun, 06 May 2018 - 08:46 GMT

Enany declared that the transfer of the sixth chariot of Tutankhamun to the Grand Egyptian Museum sent plenty of messages to the whole world.

Egypt’s architectural heritage in a photography competition

Sat, 05 May 2018 - 09:00 GMT

The National Organization for Urban Harmony launches the third round of the “Torathy” photography competition.

Safarkhan Gallery to exhibit Ramzi Mostafa’s artwork

Sat, 03 Feb 2018 - 04:44 GMT

Safarkhan Gallery is organizing an exhibition under the title “Contemplation” to present a significant repertoire for late, prominent artist Ramzi Mostafa

D&B: Constructions that are efficient and artistic

Fri, 24 Nov 2017 - 09:06 GMT

Whether for a business or a private entity, D&B creates innovative unique structures with personality, which serves to its clients’ needs and taste.

New competition to choose Egypt's representatives for Venice Biennale

Sat, 23 Sep 2017 - 05:52 GMT

Mohamed Abo See'da, the director of the National Organization for Urban Harmony, announced a competition for choosing Egypt's representatives.

Overview: Secrets of Gayer Anderson Museum

Mon, 21 Aug 2017 - 07:00 GMT

Gayer Anderson is one of the hidden treasures in the historical part of Cairo, and is located near Ahmed ibn Tulun Mosque.

Late Zaha Hadid's project comes to life in UAE

Sat, 12 Aug 2017 - 04:37 GMT

A project by renowned female architect Zaha Hadid, who passed away last year, will be coming into fruition the UAE, with construction slated to be done by 2018.

Ambitious e-magazine promotes global architectural talent

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 - 12:22 GMT

An ambitious new project by an Egyptian founder, Arch2O is a magazine that seeks to promote undiscovered talented architecture projects.

Unpacking a legend: NY spotlights Frank Lloyd Wright

Mon, 12 Jun 2017 - 04:20 GMT

A New York exhibition is spotlighting the hidden projects and dreams of Frank Lloyd Wright.

Mimar Sinan: the great Ottoman architect

Sat, 10 Jun 2017 - 09:20 GMT

Some of the greatest monuments on earth are the product of Muslims who wanted to build beautiful structures that would show the greatness of Islam throughout time

Google celebrates renowned architect Zaha Hadid

Wed, 31 May 2017 - 09:25 GMT

Zaha Hadid was the first woman to win the Pritzker Architecture prize.

In Pictures: Female Freedom

Sat, 13 May 2017 - 01:29 GMT

Horra by up-and-coming artist Karim Abd Elmalak is now showing at Safarkhan Art Gallery.

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