Bridging The Divide, An Urban and Architectural Dialogue for Fostering Community and Urban Vitality

  • Prize
    Winner in Architectural Design - Heritage
  • University
    Applied Science Private University
  • Lead Designer
    Tasneem Hamza
  • Design Team
    Roa'a Zidan
  • Location
    Irbid, Jordan
  • Project Date
    2023

The project illuminated the division that time had created in downtown Irbid, reestablishing a visual and physical connection between two previously disconnected areas. Located on Al-Hashemi Street, by revitalizes abandoned heritage buildings and revives Irbid's cultural essence. Through urban and architectural dialogue, we reconnected with the history and memory of the place, fostering community and urban vitality. The project reconnected residents with their cultural and intellectual roots, preserved and reactivated heritage buildings through functional reuse, and enhanced community engagement through workshops, exhibitions, and other activities for both residents and visitors. It also revitalized the historic Sagha Souq, preserving its unique spatial experience with the ancient black Hourani Stone by creating new steel-structured pergolas that now embrace this heritage street, introducing cultural activities that celebrate Irbid's rich heritage. The project included the construction of a new architectural landmark, now serving as a focal point that enriches city life across cultural, social, and commercial domains, compellingly attracting people and directing them toward Al-Tal.

Other prizes
-Tamayouz Excellence Award - International Graduation Projects Award 2023 : Listed in TAMAYOUZ WORLD’S TOP 100. -iSustain Award 2023 - A/E Business Council: Second place award. -INSPIRELI AWARDS 9th annual competition: FINALIST in Urban design category.