... local architectural industry. Unfortunately, their work has rarely been properly analyzed. With selected case studies, this paper analyzes their work in an attempt to explore their contribution to creating a national architectural identity. Design/methodology/approach This study uses a case study...

... of traditional residential architecture in conserving Qatar's distinctive architectural identity, rooted in its sociocultural attributes. Social implications Sociocultural features such as privacy and gender segregation are among the most prominent factors influencing the spatial form of vernacular courtyard...

... that image making practices in Doha continue to subdue the profession to client aspirations through oversimplified imaging while ignoring the professional discourse that scrutinizes the quality of those images and the meanings they convey. Keywords: Doha, Image Making, Globalization, Architectural Identity...