Gendered Spaces in Colonial Algiers [1996]

In colonial Algiers, the Kasbah's architectural design reflected complex gender dynamics, serving as both a physical and symbolic space for women. However, during periods of violent conflict, such as the anti-colonial struggle, these gendered spaces were disrupted by external forces like French troops and guerrilla fighters. Zeynep Çelik's analysis reveals that while the Kasbah was purposefully designed to distribute female domestic space as semi-public, its stability was not guaranteed, highlighting the fluidity of urban form under colonial and postcolonial pressures.

Çelik, Z. (2023). Gendered Spaces in Colonial Algiers [1996]. The Design Culture Reader, 165–171. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003416692-22