Urban design and architecture in the service of colonialism in Morocco

Colonial urban design and architecture in Morocco, particularly in the Medina of Marrakesh, continue to reflect French imperialist ideology and serve as tools of power and domination. The study demonstrates that contemporary urban spaces and architectural practices are directly linked to colonial legacies, perpetuating ambivalent discourses. By analyzing postcolonial Morocco, the research reveals how colonial regimes used urban design to justify their measures and impose specific ideologies, with lasting consequences on social and political processes.

Lamzah, A. (2014). Urban design and architecture in the service of colonialism in Morocco. International Journal of Global Environmental Issues, 13(2/3/4), 326. https://doi.org/10.1504/ijgenvi.2014.064503