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

While the project expresses a meaningful and commendable intention—to honor the memory of Schindler's Ark while promoting sustainable living—the architectural and urban design development remains significantly underdeveloped. The concept of blending old and new with sustainable materials is mentioned but lacks convincing spatial articulation, detailed strategies, or innovative design resolutions. The description is generic, offering little specificity on how historical preservation is spatially or materially achieved beyond broad references. The zoning of residential units, landscape integration, and treatment of communal spaces are not elaborated in a way that shows a deep understanding of either heritage conservation or sustainable urbanism. The use of wood and concrete as structural systems is appropriate but is presented without clear architectural expression or environmental performance strategies. Overall, the project needs substantial advancement in conceptual depth, technical detailing, and architectural articulation to meaningfully achieve its stated goals and properly respect the site's historical significance.