| dc.description.abstract | The prolonged Israeli-Palestinian conflict has caused deep physical,
social, and psychological fragmentation, especially in areas like the
Gaza Strip. Urban spaces have become zones of division, where
restricted mobility, segregated infrastructure, and destroyed housing
have further marginalized communities. The challenge lies not only
in rebuilding what has been lost but also in reimagining how space
can serve as a medium for reconciliation, coexistence, and resilience.
This project responds to that challenge by proposing a design
intervention that shifts the focus from separation to integration
through architecture.
Using the concept of a *Co-Habitant Space*, this project introduces
a layered, inclusive design typology that supports social interaction,
cultural exchange, and environmental sustainability. The design
avoids rigid zoning and instead adopts a multilayered spatial approach
that allows for flexible, shared use of space by different communities.
Rooted in both historical urban narratives and contemporary
needs, the project integrates climate-responsive architecture, and
community participation to create a prototype of reconciliation
architecture in Gaza. Ultimately, the project offers an alternative vision
of post-conflict urbanism that values coexistence, sustainability, and
dignity for all. | en_US |
