Contemporary Architecture and Urbanism in the Middle East

A well-written survey of contemporary architectural projects in the Arab world. The book represents a valuable, sincere, and much-needed effort to address a gap in the literature as it relates to the built environment in the Middle East. In addition to presenting a select set of projects, the author provides an insightful and concise critique setting them within the larger context of the region. Yasser Elsheshtawy, United Arab Emirates University An important document that catalogues and illustrates the last decade of architectural projects and buildings in countries of the Middle East and Arabian Gulf region. Salma Samar Damluji, author of "The Architecture of Yemen" A lucid and jargon-free investigation of 110 projects, from small houses to the world s tallest building, erected or envisioned during the last decade in the region between the Mediterranean and the Gulf. A masterful view by an experienced observer of architecture as commodity in the contemporary Arab world. Sheila S. Blair and Jonathan M. Bloom, Boston College"