Tamer ElSerafi

advisor

Effat University

Saudi Arabia

Dr. Tamer ElSerafi is the Head of the Architecture Department and Director of the Master of Science… more

This multi-unit residential proposal demonstrates an understanding of vertical housing organization in a hot climate, with a program including a lobby and public courtyard on the ground level, apartments on floors 2–5, and a communal rooftop space featuring a bar, barbecue, and swimming pool. The concept of integrating recreational and communal functions is appropriate and shows a commendable attempt to promote livability in dense housing.

However, the architectural design remains generic and lacks a clear identity. The façade treatment is conventional and does not reflect any climatic adaptation or cultural reference. The internal organization of the apartments and circulation lacks detail, and the spatial quality of the public courtyard and rooftop is insufficiently articulated. Structural systems (reinforced concrete) are mentioned, but there is little integration with environmental or passive design strategies.

Overall, while the project establishes a basic functional layout, it would benefit significantly from refinement in architectural language, passive environmental performance, and deeper engagement with place-specific design logic.