{"title":"Hassan Fathy","description":"\u003cp\u003eHassan Fathy’s works offer a profound exploration of sustainable and vernacular architecture, deeply rooted in cultural and environmental consciousness. Readers can expect insightful discussions on building techniques and design philosophies that prioritise community needs and ecological harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis books, including \u003cem\u003eArchitecture for the Poor\u003c\/em\u003e, invite reflection on how traditional wisdom and craftsmanship can inform modern architectural practices. These titles are essential for those interested in the intersection of arts, culture, and socially responsible design.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"architecture-for-the-poor-by-hassan-fathy-9780226239163","title":"Architecture for the Poor","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArchitecture for the Poor\u003c\/em\u003e describes Hassan Fathy's plan for building the village of New Gourna, near Luxor, Egypt, without the use of more modern and expensive materials such as steel and concrete. Using mud bricks, the native technique that Fathy learned in Nubia, and such traditional Egyptian architectural designs as enclosed courtyards and vaulted roofing, Fathy worked with the villagers to tailor his designs to their needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe taught them how to work with the bricks, supervised the erection of the buildings, and encouraged the revival of such ancient crafts as \u003cem\u003eclaustra\u003c\/em\u003e (lattice designs in the mudwork) to adorn the buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47995352449260,"sku":"9780226239163","price":77.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780226239163-architecture-for-the-poor.jpg?v=1784894636"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/hassan-fathy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}