Liwa Farm Village by Inca Hernández
Liwa Farm Village inserts a small civic and agricultural campus into the Liwa Oasis on the edge of the Rub’ al Khali. The masterplan threads a set of low buildings…
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Clay has been a fundamental material in architecture for thousands of years, valued for its versatility, availability, and sustainability. It is commonly used in the form of bricks, tiles, and earthen structures, offering excellent thermal properties that help regulate indoor temperatures in various climates. Traditional adobe buildings, fired clay bricks, and terracotta tiles are examples of how clay has been utilized across cultures and architectural styles. In modern architecture, clay continues to play an important role in both contemporary design and eco-friendly construction, as it is a natural, recyclable material that can be sourced locally, reducing environmental impact.
Liwa Farm Village inserts a small civic and agricultural campus into the Liwa Oasis on the edge of the Rub’ al Khali. The masterplan threads a set of low buildings…
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Continue readingAït Benhaddou, a historic ighrem or ksar (fortified village) in Morocco, once flourished as a vital caravan route connecting the Sahara and Marrakech. Renowned for its exemplary Moroccan earthen clay…
Continue readingThe new WADI RUM Desert Resort, designed by the Florida-based firm Oppenheim Architecture, takes advantage of the natural landscape to appreciate the surrounding landscape. Residences, rooms, and hotel amenities are built…
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