World Heritage Site:
Hebron/Al-Khalil Old Town
Publication Year:
2023
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHE3519725580
Summary
Traditional dwellings in Hebron's Old Town, dating back to the Mamluk and Ottoman periods, face significant challenges due to their outdated spatial designs that no longer meet modern living needs. This study identifies potential solutions to adapt these heritage structures without compromising their cultural value or aesthetics. By analyzing selected dwelling models, it proposes new approaches that balance modernity with preservation, ensuring comfort while maintaining structural integrity and historical authenticity. The research employs an objective analytical methodology, offering insights into sustainable heritage conservation that could be applied globally.
Citation
Shaded, W. (2023). Interior design and furniture in traditional dwellings in the old towns between modernity and preservation of cultural heritage (a special case in the old city of Hebron). The Academic Research Community Publication, 7(1). https://doi.org/10.21625/archive.v7i1.941