Omar Darwish

Omar Darwish, co-founder of Some Kind of Practice and an architect delving into Emirati vernacular courtyard architecture, discusses his pavilion project at Dubai Design Week. He explores the essence of courtyards, detailing their historical, spatial, and material significance. Omar elaborates on the concept of 'liwan,' transitional spaces that balance privacy and openness. He also highlights the importance of utilizing local materials from diverse UAE biomes, aiming to reconcile modern architecture with cultural narratives.